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25 minutes ago  Over 80 students received their diplomas today as their family, friends and loved ones cheered them on.

Yesterday at 8:14 PM  Adults and kids come out to fish at the 30th annual Buddy Bass Fishing Classic.

Friday, May 17, 2013  The school board unanimously accepted the man's letter of resignation Thursday evening.

Friday, May 17, 2013  Training took place Friday morning on the Indian Hills Campus in Ottumwa.

Thursday, May 16, 2013  The sequester will cut jobs and hurt children's chances of succeeding in school.

Thursday, May 16, 2013  Kirksville High School students rehearse 'The Prince is Giving a Ball.'

Thursday, May 16, 2013  The Industrial Technology metals students brought back two state-winning projects.

Thursday, May 16, 2013  Three and four-year-old students planted flowers to give back to their school.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  Faculty nominated and hand-picked the recipients for the Outstanding Student Award.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  The job offer is off the table.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  Mary Immaculate Catholic School eighth graders are graduating.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  Fifth graders at Macon Middle School graduate from the D.A.R.E program.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  The tiny house is the size of a college dorm room, but is fully-functional and houses an entire family.

Tuesday, May 14, 2013  The 2013 class has a lot to be proud of.

Tuesday, May 14, 2013  On Tuesday, Mary Immaculate School celebrated the service of Mary Meyer and Marsha Ordonio.