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The Amana Colonies Ran Communal Kitchens Until 1932. Here’s What the 7 Villages Are Like to Visit in Late Fall

The Amana Colonies in late fall look a lot like they did a century ago:...

Iowa · 6d

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Ottumwa Park Campground Closes November 1

The 2026 camping season at Ottumwa Park Campground is coming to an end, with the campground scheduled to close for the season on Sunday, November 1, 2026. The City of Ottumwa is reminding campers and visitors of the upcoming seasonal closure as another year of camping at Ottumwa Park wraps up.

Ottumwa, IA · 8d
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MTPCSD Culinary Arts Students Place First in Iron Chef Competition!

The MPCHS Culinary Arts team achieved a First-Place finish at the Indian Hills Iron Chef contest this week. Congratulations to Mt. Pleasant students Nguyen Lien, Katana Phangchanthong, Aliviah Lake, Alexis Hellweg, Ava Comayagua, and Echo Knotts! This talented group of students put their culinary skills and creativity to the test, preparing an incredible French-inspired three-course menu:

Mt Pleasant, IA · 7d
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Kitten season overloading local animal shelters

Marion County, IA · 6d

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What to Do With Pumpkins After Halloween

As Halloween decorations come down, pumpkins do not have to go to the landfill. “Pumpkins are biodegradable and surprisingly useful even after Halloween,” said Aaron Steil, consumer horticulture extension specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. “Whether they end up in the kitchen, compost pile or garden, there are usually better options than throwing them away.”

Ottumwa, IA · 8d

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Fall Trout Stocking Scheduled for Ottumwa Park

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources’ fall trout stocking event at Greater Ottumwa Park remains scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, at 11 a.m. The DNR plans to stock 1,500 rainbow trout in the park’s east pond, providing another opportunity for local anglers to enjoy fall fishing. Anglers...

Ottumwa, IA · 9d

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Oskaloosa’s Makenzie Banicky Selected for Iowa All-State Choir

OSKALOOSA, Iowa – Oskaloosa High School student Makenzie Banicky has received one of Iowa’s top honors for high school musicians, earning a spot in the 2026 Iowa All-State Choir. The Iowa All-State Music Festival gathers many of the state’s most talented high school musicians. To join the All-State...

Oskaloosa, IA · 8d

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Pandora’s Box Brings Aerosmith Hits to Ottumwa

Fans of Aerosmith can look forward to an evening of classic rock favorites when Pandora’s Box – The Ultimate Aerosmith Tribute performs at the Bridge View Center Theater on Thursday, December 17, 2026. The concert begins at 7 p.m., with doors opening at 6 p.m. The show will...

Ottumwa, IA · 10d

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Truitt House Celebrates 39 Years Of Halloween Tradition

A longtime Halloween tradition continues in Ottumwa as the Truitt House, located at 1339 North Van Buren Street, celebrates its 39th year of Halloween decorating. For nearly four decades, the Truitt House has helped bring Halloween excitement to the community, creating a festive destination for children and families during the Halloween season.

Ottumwa, IA · 11d

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Picking up the pace: The presidential fitness test is back in Iowa schools

OSKALOOSA, Iowa — Governor Kim Reynolds signed the Make America Healthy Again Act in May, requiring students in Iowa schools to complete the presidential fitness test, eliminate certain food dyes, and limit technology in the classroom. The Pacer test, which is part of the presidential fitness test, went away under the Obama administration in 2012 […]

Iowa · 10d

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Ceramic Artist Doug Burbeck Returns to Fairfield with Retrospective Exhibit

The Fairfield Art Association will host a retrospective exhibit of miniature ceramic pieces and jewelry by artist Doug Burbeck in the Hallway Gallery at the Fairfield Arts and Convention Center. A reception will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6. The exhibit runs through the end of...

Fairfield, IA · 9d

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Iowa DNR to Stock 1,500 Trout in Ottumwa

Fishing enthusiasts will have an opportunity to enjoy a day of trout fishing when the Iowa Department of Natural Resources stocks 1,500 trout in the pond at Greater Ottumwa Park on Monday, November 2. The trout stocking is scheduled for 11 a.m., giving local anglers a chance to get outside...

Ottumwa, IA · 12d

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Ottumwa K9 Ricco to Receive Protective Vest

Ottumwa Police Department’s K9 Ricco to get donation of body armor. Ottumwa Police Department, IA – K9 Ricco will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9 Ricco’s vest was sponsored by Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. Delivery is expected within ten weeks.

Ottumwa, IA · 11d

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Choose Iowa: Centerville cafeteria connects students with local ag

Centerville, IA — The Choose Iowa program is helping schools bring locally raised food from area farms to students' lunch trays. The Centerville School District is among the schools taking part, using grant funding to purchase beef raised and processed right in the community, connecting students with local agriculture.

Centerville, IA · 11d

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Deer Activity Increases Across Southeast Iowa as Fall Rut Gets Underway

Drivers across Southeast Iowa are being reminded to watch for deer as hunting season and the annual breeding season, known as the rut, bring increased deer movement throughout the region. The Washington County Sheriff’s Office responded to multiple deer-related accidents Monday, October 26, including a crash near Crawfordsville that resulted...

Washington County, IA · 11d

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Pelicans Spotted at Henry County Conservation Parks Throughout Fall Bird Migration Season

With the end of October nearing, many bird species across southeast Iowa have started to wrap up their fall migration away from the region. Staff with Henry County Conservation saw various species of birds around their parks as they made their way south. Addie Pacha, a naturalist with the conservation...

Henry County, IA · 14d