Grants help sheriff's office with various programs
The Davis County Sheriff's Office is able to provide extra programs because of both state and federal grants.
View ArticleOperation Sparky Claus to benefit needy children in Ottumwa
The program is a way to get new, unwrapped toys, to needy children in the Ottumwa area through various service organizations.
View ArticleFugitive wanted by the Bloomfield Police Department
The Bloomfield Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a fugitive.
View ArticleIowa DNR taking samples, looking for CWD in wild herd
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources was at Wapello State Park Sunday, collecting samples from hunters in order to start seeing how CWD (Chronic Wasting Disease) is affecting the wild herd population.
View ArticleNew executive chef named at Bridge View, local candidate gets the job
Ottumwa’s Bridge View Center has a new executive chef, and they didn’t have to look far for their candidate.
View ArticleIndian Hills honors generous couple, names training center in their honor
In October, Jim and Susan Boxx generously donated money to set up a scholarship fund; and because of that, the college recognized them for their tremendous gift.
View ArticleCommunity and Congressman thank military for service with holiday greetings
At the North Hy-Vee in Ottumwa Saturday, the community gathered with U.S. Representative Dave Loebsack to write letters of thanks to the men and women of the U.S. Military serving overseas.
View ArticleWith storm approaching, city leaders and Iowa State Patrol weigh in
Local and state organizations prepare for the first winter storm of the season; focusing on drivers and Iowa's roadways.
View ArticleGrant helps fund new bridge in Wapello County
Since 1996, officials with Wapello County have been working on getting the old Chillicothe bridge replaced, and as of Wednesday, the new multimillion dollar project is somewhat complete.
View ArticleFirst snow storm of the season hits Ottumwa
It is officially winter in southeast Iowa. The high winds were not only blowing the snow around Ottumwa, they were forcing the waters of the Des Moines River, which are usually calm, over the dam.
View ArticleMental Health Reform takes center stage in Iowa
The tragic events in Newtown, Connecticut have the national conversation focusing on gun control and mental illness.
View ArticleCounty Supervisor concerned about mental health care reform; wants action taken
In Iowa, mental health reform is going to be a big topic of conversation when the Iowa General Assembly convenes in January.
View ArticleDefense Bill passed, Iowa Air National Guard's F-16s cut
Iowa Congressman Dave Loebsack spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives this past week about the defense spending bill and how it will hurt Iowa.
View ArticleLoebsack wants input on how to move forward regarding children's safety
U.S. Representative Dave Loebsack announced Friday that he wants to hear from the community about how the nation should move forward when dealing with the safety of our nation's children.
View ArticleCWD found in Macon County; results are preliminary
The Missouri Department of Conservation has collected about 1700 tissue samples from deer harvested this fall, testing for Chronic Wasting Disease.
View ArticlePioneer Ridge to hold bird count, expansion in the works
Pioneer Ridge Nature Preserve will be hosting a bird count on Friday.
View ArticleEndowment campaign continues at the American Gothic House Center
The American Gothic House Center is once again raising money for their endowment campaign.
View ArticleSheriff warns drivers over holiday weekend, don't drink and drive
The Wapello County Sheriff's Office wants to remind drivers that they will be stepping up patrol over the New Year's Holiday.
View ArticleCity and Fire Department want Christmas Trees disposed of properly, and quickly
With the holidays coming to an end, many residents in Ottumwa are going to be taking down their decorations, and that includes Christmas Trees.
View ArticleRep. Dave Loebsack speaks about "fiscal cliff" negotiations and proposed Farm...
U.S. Representative Dave Loebsack spoke with KTVO Saturday from Washington, D.C. about the "fiscal cliff" negotiations.
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