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

Wednesday, April 03, 2013  Macon Park Board of Directors thanks community for voting yes.

Friday, March 29, 2013  Voting yes on the sales tax increase will create nicer facilites for som events in Macon.

Monday, March 18, 2013  The Supreme Court will hear arguments today about validity of Arizona's voter registration law.

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.

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 18, 2013  GOP officials want Electoral College votes to be divided proportionally, a move that could transform the way the country elects its president.

Wednesday, December 19, 2012  A court hearing was held Tuesday, in Unionville, concerning a petition filed by the current Schuyler County Prosecutor.

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

Wednesday, December 05, 2012  Equipment levy passed by nearly 75 percent.

Tuesday, November 27, 2012  A special election for Indian Hills Community College will be held on Tuesday, December 4.

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

Wednesday, November 07, 2012  Republican Nate Walker beats out Democrat Rebecca McClanahan for District 3.

Wednesday, November 07, 2012  Robert "Bob" Hardwick wins Adair County Sheriff.

Tuesday, November 06, 2012  Early turnout heavy in storm-ravaged areas of New York, New Jersey; many express relief they can vote at all

Monday, November 05, 2012  Governor Jay Nixon talks about what he would do if re-elected.