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Jefferson County Supervisors Address Road Projects, Barn Tour, and Board of Health Member Removal

The Jefferson County Board of Supervisors met Wednesday, March 18th, covering a range of topics including upcoming road construction, courthouse maintenance, ambulance services, and a resolution in the ongoing situation involving a Board of Health member living abroad. Their originally scheduled meeting on Monday, March 16th was cancelled due to the blizzard.

Jefferson County, IA · 03-19
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Blizzard Conditions Shut Down Long Stretch of I-80 in Iowa, Crash Blocks Traffic Near Malcom

Severe winter weather is causing major travel disruptions along Interstate 80 across Iowa on Sunday night, including a lengthy highway closure and a crash that has blocked traffic in central Iowa. According to travel alerts, Interstate 80 is closed in both directions from Interstate 880 (Exit 27) to Jordan Creek Parkway (Exit 121) near West […] Originally published by Iowa Pulse . For more verified Iowa news and real-time updates, follow Iowa Pulse.

Poweshiek County, IA · 03-16

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Traffic Alert: G62 and U Avenue closed due to semi-trailer crash

LOUISA CO., Iowa (KWQC) -Drivers are being asked to avoid the area around County Road G62 and U Avenue after a semi-trailer went into a ditch Monday evening. Lousia County deputies closed both lanes of traffic to keep responders safe, according to a Facebook post. Officials told KWQC the driver...

Louisa County, IA · 03-17
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Blizzard brings dozens of crashes and one death in SE Iowa

Blizzard conditions forced the closure of long stretches of Interstates 80 and 35 Sunday night, while the Iowa State Patrol responded to more than 60 crashes just on Sunday. Nine of the crashes involved injuries, and one person died in a crash in Davis County. Mike Kennon, Cass County’s emergency...

Cass County, IA · 03-16
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Iowa trucking firms adapt operations as AAA reports climbing gas prices

DES MOINES, Iowa — With gas prices increasing, consumers and businesses are being affected. As the war in Iran continues, Iowa’s average gas price is $3.31 per gallon as of Friday, according to AAA. That can make planning for business owners like Tim Pol uncertain. Pol is the...

Iowa · 03-13

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Grease Spill in Mount Pleasant Disrupts Traffic

Traffic in downtown Mount Pleasant has been disrupted following a grease spill on the east side of the town square. Witnesses say the spill happened near the intersection of Main and Washington streets when a dumpster fell from a sanitation truck, spilling grease across the roadway. The slick mess has...

Mt Pleasant, IA · 03-11

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First Part of Bridge Work on 110th Street to Begin Next Week in Rural Washington

Washington County will begin initial steps to replace a bridge on 110th Street northwest of Kalona with a short closure on Monday, March 9th. The road will be closed to traffic at the bridge just west of Juniper Avenue to allow the contractor to perform some pre-construction activities. The work is expected to take two days and once the initial work is completed, the road will be reopened to traffic.

Washington County, IA · 03-02

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Union Pacific trains begin serving new Iowa grain facility

The new Union Pacific Railroad-served Heartland Co-op grain shuttle facility in Millerton, Iowa, is fully operational and handling its first train loads, the Class I announced yesterday. The facility serves farmers in south-central Iowa, expanding their access to key domestic and export markets via UP's network. The development was a...

Millerton, IA · 02-26

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Supervisors in Louisa County say they have concerns about the timeline and details about the future realignment of US Highway 61 around Wapello

Supervisors in Louisa County say they have concerns about the timeline and details about the future realignment of US Highway 61 around Wapello. The Hawk Eye reports that County Engineer Adam Shutt says the Iowa Department of Transportation told them that survey work on the realignment was just wrapping up, months after supervisors expected. Shutt, in a recent phone meeting with the Iowa DOT, also emphasized a planned delay for the installation of a frontage road that would connect County Road G62 to 100th street would create significant traffic issues. They plan to raise the issue with state officials.

Louisa County, IA · 02-26

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Union Pacific and Heartland Co-op celebrate first train loading at new Millerton facility

Union Pacific’s partnership with Heartland Co-op reached an exciting milestone as the new grain shuttle facility in Millerton, Iowa, is now fully operational and handling its first train loads. This state-of-the-art site strengthens service for farmers in south central Iowa and expands access to key domestic and export markets across Union Pacific’s network.

Millerton, IA · 02-26

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Henry County Road Closure Begins Monday 2/23/26: Lexington Avenue between 110th and 115th Street

The Henry County Road Department is alerting motorists to an upcoming road closure on Lexington Avenue. According to the Henry County Engineer’s Office, a culvert replacement project will begin Monday, February 23rd at 8 a.m. The project is in the northern half of Henry County on Lexington Avenue between 110th Street and 115th Street between Olds and Winfield.

Henry County, IA · 02-18

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Fuel prices rise nationwide and in Iowa, Missouri and Illinois

IOWA, MISSOURI & ILLINOIS— A gallon of regular unleaded or diesel will cost you more this week. Nationally, the average price for a gallon of regular unleaded is up five cents from last week at $2.93. The price of a gallon of diesel is up three cents to $3.66.

Missouri · 02-11

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Gas prices tick higher in Missouri and Illinois, while Iowa sees a dip

IOWA, MISSOURI & ILLINOIS— Nationally, it will cost you more for a gallon of regular unleaded or diesel this week compared to a week ago. Closer to home, Missouri and Illinois are experiencing the same trend. The average price for a gallon of regular unleaded is $2.88, up one...

Illinois · 02-04

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Washington County Mini Bus Provided Over 55,000 Rides in 2025

The Washington County Mini Bus had a busy year as they provided 55,536 rides in 2025. Director Cris Gaughan gave the annual report to the Washington County Board of Supervisors Tuesday, “Right now I have 17 employees, four are full-time, 13 are part time. They work anywhere from two to four days a week. Last fiscal year we traveled 204,259 miles. It was an increase of 5% from the previous year.”

Washington County, IA · 01-02

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Jefferson County Delays Road Weight Restriction Decision Pending Traffic Study

Jefferson County supervisors postponed a decision on weight limits for 146th Boulevard after representatives from a local sand and gravel operation and area landowners raised concerns during the board’s meeting. The Proposal. County Engineer DeWayne Heintz had recommended implementing a 20-ton weight restriction for commercial vehicles on 146th Boulevard...

Jefferson County, IA · 12-26

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Ottumwa, IA · 12-23

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Staying safe in sudden whiteout conditions

Iowa County, IA · 12-19

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Fairfield City Council Addresses Parking Ticket Concerns Following Recent Snowstorm

The Fairfield City Council addressed community concerns about snow emergencies and parking regulations during its meeting Monday, December 15th, clarifying misconceptions about recent parking citations. Parking Tickets Not Related to Snow Emergency. Fairfield City Attorney John Morrissey opened the discussion by acknowledging complaints he had received about parking regulations during...

Fairfield, IA · 12-18

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Tri-State gas prices drop, Henry County, Iowa continues to have cheapest gas

IOWA, MISSOURI & ILLINOIS — Nationally, the price for a gallon of regular unleaded is down four cents from last week. The price for a gallon of diesel has dropped four cents as well. It currently stands at $3.64. Iowa, Illinois and Missouri have seen gas prices drop in...

Henry County, IA · 12-17

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Fairfield Receives Traffic Safety Funding for Pedestrian Improvements

The City of Fairfield will receive more than $200,000 in state funding to support pedestrian safety upgrades along two major corridors. The Iowa Transportation Commission approved Fairfield’s project on December 9th as part of the Traffic Safety Improvement Program (TSIP). Fairfield was awarded $212,630 to help fund pedestrian-focused improvements on Main Street and Burlington Avenue. The total cost of the project is estimated at approximately $373,000.

Fairfield, IA · 12-15