A Keota school bus was found in a ditch on a rural Washington County road Monday afternoon after being reported stolen from Washington. According to the media report of dispatch […] ...

A free festival celebrating the 250th anniversary of America’s independence and Iowa’s heritage starts at 1 p.m. at the Iowa Capitol Complex Saturday. Governor Kim Reynolds announced “America’s ...

History enthusiasts are invited to take a sneak peek at the upcoming November and December meetings of the Civil War Roundtable in Ottumwa. The group meets on the third Thursday […] ...

The Welcome Home Soldier Monument Annual Benefit Banquet is scheduled for Saturday, October 24, bringing community members together for an evening of food, fellowship and fundraising in support of the ...

Two longtime volunteers are being recognized for their dedication and contributions to the Fairfield community. Visit Fairfield presented Joan and Jim Salts with the 2026 Maasdam Barns Workhorse Award ...

Each year, community members and local organizations come together to support the athletes of Special Olympics Iowa through the annual Truck Convoy. This past weekend, organizers and participants once ...

Have you voted yet? With the November 3, 2026, general election approaching, Iowa voters still have time to make a plan to cast their ballots. Early in-person absentee voting began […] ...

The Iowa State Patrol says far too many motorists are putting the pedal too close to the metal, and excessive speeding remains a major concern on Iowa’s roads. State Trooper […] ...

A southeast Iowa man is facing felony charges after a Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office investigation into the alleged sexual abuse of a 13-year-old. Christopher Long, 64, of Brighton, has been […] ...

The proposed Wapello County Jail project would expand the existing facility while making renovations to address inmate housing capacity, intake procedures, daily operations, support areas and site ...

As leaves fall and autumn continues, the City of Ottumwa is reminding property owners to check trees, shrubs and other vegetation to help keep streets, alleys and sidewalks safe and […] ...

Two Pella police sergeants have completed an advanced leadership training program and earned a distinguished award recognizing their commitment to professional development. The Pella Police Department ...