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Higher Courts to Review Keokuk County Hayrack Crash Case

A former Keokuk County Sheriff’s deputy was found guilty of 13 felony counts of child endangerment with bodily injury or serious injury, and he has recently appealed his case to the Iowa Court of Appeals. Following a six-day trial in September of 2025, the verdict was announced and 34-year...

Keokuk County, IA · 20h

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New Washington County Medical Examiner Investigator Appointed

A new Medical Examiner Investigator was appointed by the Washington County Board of Supervisors Tuesday. Joshua Laws of Washington was appointed to the role, and will join Washington County Medical Examiner Dr. Paul Towner on staff in a medical examiner investigator role. Laws also currently serves on the Washington County Ambulance, Fire Department, and EMS and Rescue Unit.

Washington County, IA · 2d

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Second arrest made in southeast Iowa child endangerment investigation

HENRY COUNTY, Iowa — A second arrest has been made in the October investigation into a child welfare check in southeast Iowa. Willow Jade Elliott, 23, of Mount Pleasant, Iowa, was arrested on Wednesday and charged with child endangerment - bodily injury. Elliott, along with Shawn Tucker, Jr., 23,...

Mt Pleasant, IA · 17h

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Coralville Man Killed in Highway 13 Crash Near Coggon Construction Zone

A 63-year-old Coralville man died after a two-vehicle crash near a Highway 13 construction zone in Coggon, according to the Linn County Sheriff's Office. Originally published by Iowa Pulse . For more verified Iowa news and real-time updates, follow Iowa Pulse.

Coralville, IA · 16h

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Police: Fairfield Father Arrested after Spanking Left “Deep Bruises” on Child

A southeast Iowa man was arrested for allegedly leaving bruises on his daughter after disciplining her. Kyle Larson of Fairfield, 35, was charged with child endangerment – bodily injury, a Class D felony. On August 30 between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM, court records say Larson spanked his daughter...

Fairfield, IA · 16h

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WRONG WAY DRIVER ARRESTED FOR OWI IN JEFFERSON COUNTY

JEFFERSON COUNTY – A Mount Pleasant man was arrested for OWI after he was reportedly seen driving the wrong way on Highway 34. Court documents state that on Wednesday, November 11, at approximately 1:25 AM, Jefferson County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to the area near mile markers 214 and 215 on Highway 34 after multiple 911 calls reported a black Jeep traveling the wrong way.

Jefferson County, IA · 21h

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Florida Man Arrested in $24,100 Check Fraud Case in Mount Pleasant

A Florida man is being held in the Henry County Jail following an investigation into more than $24,000 in fraudulent checks involving bank accounts belonging to Mount Pleasant residents and a local organization. Ricardo Ruben Reyes, age 58, of Coral Gables, Florida, was arrested Tuesday, November 10, and faces charges...

Mt Pleasant, IA · 17h

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Former Fairfield teacher sentenced in grooming, exploitation case

FARIFIELD, Iowa — A former Fairfield CSD teacher has been sentenced to prison in a grooming and exploitation case involving an underage student. The Fairfield Police Department announced an investigation had opened in February after receiving reports from a parent about alleged inappropriate behavior between a teacher and a student. As a result, 58-year-old Vannen […]

Fairfield, IA · 2d

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Fairfield Pizza Ranch Closes After Nearly Eight Years Under Current Ownership

The Pizza Ranch in Fairfield has closed, the restaurant announced on social media this week. The owners said the closure happened last month due to unexpected circumstances that left the restaurant with only one manager. Pizza Ranch has operated in Fairfield for more than eight years, with the current ownership group having run the location for approximately eight of those years since 2019.

Fairfield, IA · 1d

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Construction to Begin on Dogwood Avenue at McKain’s Access Bridge

A long-needed construction project is set to begin Monday in Washington County. On November 16th, Peterson Contractors, Inc., of Reinbeck, Iowa, will begin construction on the replacement of McKain’s Bridge over the Skunk River on Dogwood Avenue (W21) in southwest Washington County. The existing bridge will remain open to traffic during this initial phase of construction, although traffic may be reduced to one lane as work progresses.

Washington County, IA · 20h

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Power Station Catches Fire Off Highway 218 Wednesday

A power station off of Highway 218 north of Ainsworth caught fire Wednesday afternoon. According to officials, multiple callers reported a fire at a power station west of Highway 218 along G36 at approximately 4:30 p.m. Wednesday. The Washington County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene as well as Mid-American and Alliant Energy.

Ainsworth, IA · 20h

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Fairfield to Hold Public Meeting on Burlington Avenue and Main Street Intersection Project

The City of Fairfield is inviting residents, business owners, and community members to an informational meeting next week on a planned reconstruction of the Burlington Avenue and Main Street intersection in downtown Fairfield. The meeting will be held Tuesday, November 17th, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Fairfield City Hall,...

Fairfield, IA · 16h

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Libertyville Little Pantry Moves Indoors for Winter, Asks Donors to Switch to Dry Goods

With freezing temperatures arriving, the City of Libertyville has moved the canned goods and glass jars from the Libertyville Little Pantry into City Hall, where they will be available during regular office hours. All other donated items will remain outside. The city is asking donors to switch to dry, packaged,...

Libertyville, IA · 1d

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Solar Panel Installation on County Property Discussed by Washington County Supervisors

Potential sites for solar panels on county property were presented and discussed by the Washington County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday. Eagle Point Solar gave a presentation on multiple county sites that solar panels could be added. The sites include the Orchard Hill facilities and Emergency Operations Center on Lexington Boulevard, the secondary roads shop at 821 East 7th Street, and Washington County Courthouse grounds in downtown Washington. These would be freestanding solar arrays.

Washington County, IA · 1d

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Deadline to File Candidacy for Brighton City Council Special Election Today

Due to a recent resignation on city council, the City of Brighton will be holding a special election to fill the vacant seat. The deadline to file for candidacy is this evening. Councilmember Dick Green turned in his resignation at the September 21st Brighton City Council meeting. Green was elected...

Brighton, IA · 20h

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Plenty of Ways to Shop Small this Holiday Season

As the holiday season comes back around once again, be sure to keep in mind that shopping locally is a great way to support small businesses and your community. When shopping locally, taxes go right back into the community, supporting local resources and bringing the money back to the shopper.

Kalona, IA · 20h

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Henry County Supervisors Discuss Board Vacancies and Possible IT Department Relocation

The Henry County Board of Supervisors met in a work session Thursday afternoon to review upcoming vacancies on county boards and commissions, along with a proposal to relocate the county’s Information Technology Department. Several county board appointments are set to expire at the end of 2026, including positions on...

Henry County, IA · 17h

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Louisa County Solar Project Raises Questions Around County Commercial Solar and Battery StorageMoratoriums

A proposed solar farm near Letts is headed to a public meeting with state regulators after Louisa County turned down a permit for the project. The Louisa County Board of Adjustment voted 4 to 1 in September to deny a special-use permit for Southpaw Solar. The company has since asked the Iowa Utilities Commission to hold an informational meeting about a state certificate for the project.

Louisa County, IA · 1d

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