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

Monday, March 04, 2013  On Tuesday, residents of Eldon will head to the polls to vote on the local option sales tax for a second time.

Sunday, February 24, 2013  On March 5, voters will once again have the chance to pass the measure, ensuring Eldon receives funding through the program.

Thursday, February 07, 2013  The measure was on the November ballot and was passed throughout Wapello County, including Ottumwa, but not in Eldon.

Friday, January 25, 2013  According to the city’s proposed budget plan for the next fiscal year, residents will see a 1 percent increase in property taxes from the city.

Wednesday, December 19, 2012  Eldon was the only community in Wapello County not to pass the tax on election day.

Wednesday, November 07, 2012  Tax largely funds road repair and maintenence in Wapello County.

Thursday, November 01, 2012  The League of Women Voters held a forum Thursday evening in Ottumwa concerning the upcoming general election.

Friday, October 26, 2012  Leaders within the City of Ottumwa know how important it is to get the local option sales tax passed in the upcoming general election, however, many residents are still confused on what the funds would go towards if it was passed again.

Monday, October 08, 2012  This election season, Ottumwa voters will have the option to vote "yes" or "no" on the local option sales tax.

Monday, August 20, 2012  Wapello County will see Local Option Sales Tax on ballot this November

Monday, July 16, 2012  The one-cent tax currently runs through 2015, but if the county votes to approve the tax, it will extend to 2025.

Wednesday, October 05, 2011  Regional Round-Up is the place to click for interesting news and lifestyle stories across the area.

Thursday, June 23, 2011  Regional Round-Up is the place to click for interesting news and lifestyle stories across the area.

Friday, March 19, 2010  Regional Round-Up is the place to click for interesting news and lifestyle stories across the area.

Thursday, January 22, 2009  Iowa lawmakers are moving quickly on a local-option sales tax that could raise money for flood relief.