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November 4, 2026 — Independent candidate Abbie Liechty has won the race for Henry County Attorney, defeating Republican Becky Wilson in one of the county’s most closely followed elections. Unofficial results show Liechty receiving 3,977 votes, or approximately 53.6 percent, compared to Wilson’s 3,437 votes, or 46.4 percent....
WAPELLO COUNTY, Iowa - A sheriff is urging voters in one southeast Iowa county to think carefully about a proposed jail expansion before they head to the polls. If the proposed expansion to the Wapello County Jail passes, it would cost between $37.5 million to $45 million and would add around 140 to 170 beds to the jail. Right now, the county is paying nearly $700,000 a year to house inmates in other counties.
South Iowa Economic Development Association (SIEDA) is announcing changes to the application process for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) in Wapello County. Beginning November 1, 2026, Wapello County residents applying for energy assistance will have three options for submitting their applications. The changes are intended to streamline the...
The Ottumwa City Council will hold its regular meeting Tuesday, November 3, 2026, beginning at 5:30 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall, located at 105 East Third Street. The meeting is open to the public, and residents are welcome to attend in person. However, due to anticipated public interest, seating inside Council Chambers may be limited.
There is a simple way to assess how much Iowa governments think ordinary citizens deserve to know, and engage in the debate, when officials have an initiative they are eager to undertake. Call it the parking lot test. The recent whirlwind of economic events in Iowa suggests that this time,...
November 4, 2026 — Republican Heidi Zenk has won the race for Henry County Supervisor, defeating Democrat Sam Riepe in one of the county’s most closely watched contests in Tuesday’s general election making her the first female to serve as Henry County Supervisor. According to unofficial election...
The 1600 block of Richmond Avenue will be closed to through traffic beginning Monday, November 2, 2026, as crews conduct sewer repairs. The closure is expected to remain in place for approximately one week, weather permitting. Residents will continue to have access to the street from both ends during the...
Motorists and residents are being advised of a temporary alley closure beginning Wednesday, November 4, 2026, in Ottumwa. The alley between the 100 block of Vogel Avenue and the 100 block of Vanness Avenue will be closed to through traffic to allow for concrete repairs. The closure is expected to...
At the Iowa State Fair, we met a young contestant who was showing his chickens for a judging competition. Just a few months later, he's turning his attention to his own county fairgrounds.
OSKALOOSA, Iowa (KYOU) - Oskaloosa City Council members voted unanimously Monday night to dissolve a 14-year regional airport project. The land northwest of Oskaloosa was supposed to hold a regional airport that would merge Oskaloosa’s and Pella’s airports into one. Landowners would not sell. The airport agency bought...
Iowa voters are heading to the polls today, November 3, to decide several important federal, state and regional races on the ballot. Voters in Marion and Warren counties will have the opportunity to cast ballots for candidates seeking offices ranging from governor and U.S. Senate to state legislative seats. The...
Mahaska County Conservation is inviting the public to attend an informational presentation about Iowa’s Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation Trust Fund, also known as IWILL. The presentation, titled “Securing the Promise: Iowa’s Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation Trust Fund,” will take place Thursday, November 19, at 6 p.m. at...
Democrat Christina Bohannan unseated Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks to serve as Iowa's First Congressional District representative.
The Fairfield Area Chamber of Commerce is inviting residents to support local businesses during Small Business Season, running November 1 through December 31, 2026. This year’s theme is “It’s the Thought That Counts,” a reminder that supporting local doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive — sometimes it’s as simple as choosing a local shop for a gift, recommending a favorite restaurant, sharing a business’s social media post, or telling a friend about a great experience.
The City of Columbus Junction is gearing up for the start of the Maple Street hot-mix asphalt (HMA) overlay project. A detour has been announced by city officials ahead of the planned opening of construction this week. Norris Asphalt will carry out the HMA overlay. Their bid was selected in...
LEE COUNTY - Both political groups in the county have set election watch parties for Tuesday night and the public has been invited to each of them. The Lee County Republican Party will host a watch party beginning at 7 p.m. at the Charleston Board of Trade in Donnellson. The...
FORT MADISON, Iowa (KWQC) - Lee County officials will hold a meeting on the proposed $15 billion steel plant Wednesday. There will be a presentation on the county’s negotiations with Mesabi Metallics about the plant and time for the board of supervisors to answer questions, according to a media release.
LEE COUNTY – Lee County officials have announced a meeting Wednesday to inform the public about the ongoing negotiations with Mesabi Metallics, the company wanting to build a $15 billion steel facility in Iowa. Lee County Auditor Sherri Yasenchok sent out a special meeting notice Monday afternoon announcing the...