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Keokuk Hy-Vee identified as potential measles exposure location

KEOKUK, Iowa (KWQC) - The Hy-Vee in Keokuk has been identified as a potential measles exposure location. According to the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services, anyone who visited the Keokuk Hy-Vee, located at 3111 Main Street, in between 1:30 p.m. and 3:45 p.m. on Oct. 30 could have been exposed.

Keokuk, IA · 7h

Iowa Capital Dispatch

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Iowan accused of running unlicensed hospital makes ‘sovereign citizen’ claim

An Iowa man criminally charged with running an unlicensed hospital in a rural area of Appanoose County is alleging in court that as “a living man” he is not under the jurisdiction of the state’s licensing boards. In August 2026, Centerville’s Old Cabin Retreat, which had allegedly been operating as a hospital or medical clinic […]

Appanoose County, IA · 4d

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Shipley Wins Narrow Victory in Iowa House District 87

Incumbent Republican Jeff Shipley has won re-election to Iowa’s 87th House District on Tuesday, November 3rd, defeating Democratic challenger Tom O’Donnell by a margin of 326 votes out of 12,266 cast — a rematch of their 2024 contest. Shipley received 6,284 votes (51%) to O’Donnell’s 5,958 (49%)....

Iowa · 1d

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Man booted from Ottumwa’s city council meeting after Satanic Temple member gives another public invocation; meanwhile, Catholic group protests outside City Hall

OTTUMWA, Iowa - Satanic Temple Member Matthew Dalbey has delivered another public invocation at an Ottumwa City Council meeting after his prior invocation sparked national controversy nearly a month ago. Members of the American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family and Property (TFP) – headquartered in Pennsylvania — traveled...

Ottumwa, IA · 2d

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COVID and Flu on the Rise in Washington County

Take steps to prevent the spread of illness this winter, as influenza and COVID cases are on the rise in the local area. According to Washington County Hospital and Clinics, this week COVID levels are substantial while influenza and strep case activity is rated moderate. People are reminded to wash...

Washington County, IA · 1d

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Groups work out creative incentive package for steel plant

FORT MADISON – Lee County residents got their first glimpse Wednesday night into negotiations between the county and the Minnesota company that plans to build a $15 billion steel facility in Green Bay Bottoms near Wever. Officials with Mesabi Metallics, which is a subsidiary of Essar Group of Mumbai,...

Lee County, IA · 1d

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State Grant Helps Bring Steakhouse to Downtown Ottumwa

A fire-damaged building in downtown Ottumwa is set to get a second life as a steakhouse, with three apartments upstairs. The building dates back to 1890. A state matching grant will help pay for renovations that will put the restaurant on the ground floor and add housing on the upper floors.

Ottumwa, IA · 16h

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Plans moving forward to reopen southeast Iowa hospital closed in 2022

KEOKUK, Iowa - Plans are moving forward to reopen a southeast Iowa hospital. An Insight Health Systems spokesperson says the Keokuk Area Hospital will reopen as a Rural Emergency Hospital supported by $825,000 in federal funding through the USDA Rural Healthcare Facilities program. At this point, no money has been...

Keokuk, IA · 2d

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State issues a warning to caregiver after nursing home resident dies

State licensing officials have issued a warning to an Iowa nurse for her role in the death of a nursing home resident. The board alleges that Elaine Allison, aka Elaine McCoy, of Beacon was working as a licensed practical nurse at the Oskaloosa Care Center on Sept. 6, 2025, when there was a serious medical […]

Beacon, IA · 8h

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The former Apollo Middle School in Burlington will undergo significant rehabilitation thanks to the Iowa Historic Preservation Tax Credit program

The former Apollo Middle School in Burlington will undergo significant rehabilitation thanks to the Iowa Historic Preservation Tax Credit program. The Iowa Economic Development Authority this week announced more than $18 million in tax credits geared toward revitalizing historic buildings across the state, including the vacant school. After sitting vacant for decades, officials said the three-story building will be transformed into 45 affordable one and two bedroom apartments for residents 55 and older. Other buildings in Des Moines, Dubuque, Iowa City, Waterloo and Ottumwa were also awarded funding for similar projects.

Burlington, IA · 2d

Hometown Current

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Lake Belva Deer Fall Fest draws hundreds for first-year event

SIGOURNEY — The first Lake Belva Deer Fall Fest brought families and community members together on Saturday, Oct. 3, for an evening of fall festivities, family-friendly activities, and Halloween fun. Hosted by Keokuk County Extension and Outreach and Keokuk County Conservation, the event welcomed hundreds of attendees to Lake Belva Deer for an evening filled with trick-or-treating, pumpkin painting, a Storybook Walk, and an outdoor showing of Hocus Pocus 2 with hot chocolate, apple cider, and popcorn. The inaugural event saw approximately over 400 trick-or-treaters, welcomed 100 participants to the Storybook Walk, and provided opportunities for attendees to paint more than 300 pumpkins. More than 100 people gathered to watch Hocus Pocus 2, making for a memorable fall evening at the lake. Organizers are grateful for the tremendous community support that helped make the first-year event a success. Local businesses, sponsors, volunteers, participating campers, and community members all played an important role in bringing the event to life. “Seeing so many families come out and enjoy an evening together at Lake Belva Deer was wonderful. We are incredibly thankful for the support from our sponsors, volunteers, and community. Their generosity and willingness to help made it possible to offer a

Keokuk County, IA · 1d

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Wapello County voters reject jail expansion bond

OTTUMWA, Iowa (KYOU) - Wapello County voters rejected an almost $45 million jail expansion. Roughly two-thirds voted no. Sheriff Don Phillips, who pushed for the 168-bed expansion, said he also struggled to sell it to voters. “I couldn’t justify trying to sell this and have a $45 million building sitting...

Wapello County, IA · 1d

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Proposed $15 billion steel project draws questions from Lee County residents

LEE COUNTY, Iowa. - A proposed $15 billion steel manufacturing complex in Lee County is drawing attention across southeast Iowa, as residents seek answers about its potential impact on the community. Mesabi Metallics says the facility would process iron ore from Minnesota into finished steel products. Company officials say the...

Lee County, IA · 1d

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Jefferson County Data Center Committee Finalized with Five Members

The Jefferson County Board of Supervisors finalized the membership of their data center study committee on Thursday, November 5th, appointing three new members to join Taylor Ross and Michael Campbell, who had previously been designated to serve. The board appointed Dan Sears, a member of the USDA; Dee Sandquist, a...

Jefferson County, IA · 1d

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ITC Midwest Begins Pre-Construction Work on 52-Mile Transmission Line Through Wapello & Jefferson County

ITC Midwest is moving into the preliminary stage of a major high-voltage electric transmission line project that will run through eastern Wapello, Jefferson and Henry counties in southeast Iowa. The Coddington-Ottumwa project will upgrade approximately 52 miles of transmission line from the Ottumwa Generating Station near Ottumwa to a new...

Jefferson County, IA · 2d

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Voters Reject $6.4 Million Keota Bond Referendum

The results are in from Tuesday’s $6.4 million bond referendum for the Keota Community School District. Voters have rejected the referendum, with 467 votes for “Yes” while 386 voted for “No.” At 54.7 percent, the measure fails to meet the 60% threshold for the referendum to pass.

Keota, IA · 1d

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Revenge of the White Working Class

But what happens next?

Des Moines County, IA · 2d

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20 Years of Service Recognized by Washington County Supervisors

The Washington County Board of Supervisors recognized 20 years of service for a county employee at their Tuesday meeting. Peggy Wood has been the Public Health Director of Finance and Operations for Washington County Public Health for 20 years. The Public Health Director of Finance and Operations is a senior...

Washington County, IA · 1d

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Ottumwa’s Jefferson Street Bridge expected to reopen later this month

OTTUMWA, Iowa - Ottumwa city officials announced on Wednesday that work on the Jefferson Street Bridge is about complete. The bridge closed at the end of September for work on a damaged expansion joint. Contractors had been waiting for a new joint to be made. It arrived and was installed...

Ottumwa, IA · 2d

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