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Washington Community Theater Announces 2027 Season, Passes Available Soon

The Washington Community Theater is inviting the community to see a variety of shows presented by local talent during their 2027 season. Season tickets will be available beginning on December 1st for the upcoming performances of Moriarty A New Sherlock Holmes Adventure on March 19-21. The summer musical Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat will be on stage June 18-20 and 25-27. The next performance will be Spiders Web, Murder Lies at the Center, will take place on October 8-10 and 15-17 The last show of the season has yet to be announced but will be performed December 2-5. All performances will take place at the Washington Community Center.

Washington, IA · 3d
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Jefferson County Ambulance Director Proposes Body Cameras for EMS Staff

The Jefferson County Board of Supervisors heard a proposal Monday from Jefferson County Ambulance Director Josh Hemminger to equip EMS personnel with body-worn cameras, sparking a lengthy discussion about patient privacy, consent, and staff safety before the board voted 3-0 to table the matter until the next meeting. Before turning...

Jefferson County, IA · 3d
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County finds ballot error in Denmark Township

LEE COUNTY – An error on the ballot for Denmark Township required notification from the Lee County Auditor's office. The Lee County Auditor’s office published a press release Friday outlining the situation and the steps being taken to address the ballot error. "The County Auditor's Office wishes to...

Lee County, IA · 5d
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Ottumwa mayor discusses future of the city’s invocation policy

OTTUMWA, Iowa - City officials in a Southeast Iowa town are taking a closer look at the city’s public invocation policy after a volunteer’s Satanic prayer caused national controversy. Ottumwa resident and former city council member Matthew Dalbey gave that invocation before the city council meeting on Oct....

Ottumwa, IA · 4d
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Southeast Iowa Communities Prepare to Honor Veterans on November 11

Communities throughout southeast Iowa are preparing to recognize the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces during Veterans Day observances on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. Several schools, veterans organizations and community groups have announced ceremonies, assemblies, meals and special activities to honor local veterans and...

Ottumwa, IA · 4d

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Iowa Nurse Warned After Oskaloosa Care Center Resident Dies Without CPR, 911 Call

An Iowa licensed practical nurse was cited and warned after a resident at Oskaloosa Care Center died without CPR or an ambulance call, according to records described by Iowa Pulse. Originally published by Iowa Pulse . For more verified Iowa news and real-time updates, follow Iowa Pulse.

Oskaloosa, IA · 6d

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Main Street Fairfield Awarded $100,000 State Grant for Downtown Housing

Main Street Fairfield has received a $100,000 Main Street Iowa Challenge Grant to rehabilitate the upper story of the historic Bradshaw building at 118 W. Burlington Ave., creating five additional residential units in downtown Fairfield. The local match on the project is $358,028, bringing the total project cost to $458,028.

Fairfield, IA · 4d

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News briefs: Sand launches transition website

Governor-elect Rob Sand launches transition website DES MOINES — Governor-Elect Rob Sand announced last week that Elisabeth Buck and Morgan Miller will serve as co-directors of the official Sand Transition Committee, overseeing the transition process as the new administration prepares to take office in January. Sand is launching a new website to keep Iowans up-to-date on the transition process, job opportunities and information on boards and commissions. Visit IowaForAll.com to learn more, stay updated, or provide feedback to the incoming administration. Benton County Supervisors name new assessor VINTON — The Benton County Board of Supervisors acknowledged the appointment of the new county assessor, Jordan Neve Nov. 3, 2026, at the Benton County Service Center in Vinton. The board approved a variance to the subdivision ordinance for Mike Evans, allowing the transfer of a lot with no building. Michelle Friedman also received a variance to the subdivision ordinance. County Engineer Myron Parizek received approval for two Federal Aid Agreements with the Iowa Department of Transportation for County Highway Bridge Program Projects on 63rd St. and 32nd Ave. Dr. The 50-foot bridge on 63rd St. is about three miles east of Highway 218. The short bridge on 32nd Ave. Dr. will be

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Changes Announced with Washington County Recorders Office, Free Fraud Alert Available

Washington County Recorder Teresa Mangold, shares a new service available for Washington County. The Iowa Land Records (ILR) is the statewide recording system that all Recorders use for recorded documents. With this system, they have created a notification system that the public can sign up to receive an email if...

Washington County, IA · 5d

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Expect Closures on Veterans Day

Veterans Day is a United States federal holiday observed annually on November 11, honoring and remembering all those who have served in the United States Armed Forces. In observance of Veterans Day, many local offices and businesses will be closed this Wednesday. The Washington Public Library will be closed and post offices will be closed on November 11th as well as banking institutions. All county offices and the city halls in Washington, Kalona, Riverside and Wellman will be closed Wednesday.

Washington, IA · 4d

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LULAC Ottumwa hosts fourth annual Day of the Dead celebration

OTTUMWA, Iowa - On the evening of Nov. 7, Ottumwa residents gathered to celebrate the Day of the Dead. It was held at the local YMCA for the League of United Latin American Citizens, Ottumwa’s (LULAC Ottumwa) fourth annual event. The celebration brought together locals who wanted to observe...

Ottumwa, IA · 4d

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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 · 7d

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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 · 9d

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Iowa Saw Highest Voter Turnout in Over Three Decades

More than 63% of registered Iowa voters participated in the 2026 midterm election, casting 1,380,528 ballots, according to Secretary of State Paul Pate. This is the highest turnout for a midterm election in over three decades. According to Pate, turnout from the 1990 midterm election narrowly bested 2026’s turnout with a turnout rate of 63.47%. The 2026 midterm election turnout was reported at 63.34% as of Wednesday morning.

Iowa · 7d

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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 · 8d

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Washington County Receiving Federal Funding to Support Roads

Washington County is one recipient of over $76.2 million in federal funding to improve roadway safety across the state. The funds will be administered through the Department of Transportation’s Safe Streets and Roads for All program, which was established in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. Washington County will...

Washington County, IA · 7d

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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 · 7d

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Proposed $15B steel plant in Lee County draws jobs optimism, environmental concerns

LEE COUNTY, Iowa (KCRG) - Lee County could soon be home to the largest steel plant in the United States, however, the plans are also drawing concerns from those who live near the site. “It is absolutely disgusting to see the greed of local politicians and businesses and their support...

Lee County, IA · 8d

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The Bookworm’s Burrow Bookstore Opening this Weekend in Washington

A new bookstore is opening in downtown Washington this weekend. The Bookworm’s Burrow Bookstore will be holding a grand opening celebration on Saturday. The Bookworm’s Burrow is a book and game store that celebrates stories in all forms and they’re officially opening their doors this weekend, inviting the community to stop in, explore, shop, and meet the owner at their grand opening.

Washington, IA · 7d