The latest local news, weather and high school sports from the Heartland

Friday, June 07, 2013  The building will be open for the 2013-2014 school year.

Monday, June 03, 2013  Governor Terry Branstad officially signed Iowa's education reform bill into law Monday.

Tuesday, May 28, 2013  One of the district's main goal of the 2020 plan will be focusing on the north side of the district.

Tuesday, May 28, 2013  Superintendent Davis Eidahl said there was possible misappropriate use of technology between a teacher and student

Sunday, May 26, 2013  Over 300 graduates received their diplomas on this momentous occasion held at Bridge View.

Tuesday, May 21, 2013  The Ottumwa Schools District has two tornado drills per semester so at least four per year

Monday, May 13, 2013  The grant comes from the Legacy Foundation after their 14 month collaboration with the Ottumwa Community Schools District

Monday, April 22, 2013  Douma Elementary needs to be renovated before it's ready for students in 2014.

Tuesday, March 12, 2013  The Ottumwa School Board decided to name the town's new school Liberty Elementary.

Thursday, March 07, 2013  Ottumwa Superintendent Davis Eidahl spoke on the uniqueness of the district and the different stories and backgrounds that come with each student.

Wednesday, February 27, 2013  The snow we've seen so far this winter has meant quite a few snow days for students in the heartland.

Wednesday, February 20, 2013  If you have a son or daughter at Ottumwa High School, the school district wants to hear from you.

Thursday, January 31, 2013  KTVO spoke with superintendents of area school districts about what they're doing to combat bullying

Wednesday, January 16, 2013  Governor Branstad's education plan could mean changes in the classroom.

Friday, January 04, 2013  Ottumwa Community Schools District superintendent talks about the district's higher enrollment numbers