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Wednesday, May 01, 2013  294 kids at Pekin Community Schools got out of class for an assembly today where they were congratulated for planting nearly 130 trees.

Sunday, April 21, 2013  Volunteers plant trees in Chautauqua Park for the Hometown Rewards Program to help reduce Fairfield's energy use.

Monday, April 15, 2013  Power was restored by 9:30 a.m.

Wednesday, April 10, 2013  “Operation Relief Residential Tree Program” is a collaborative project the City of Ottumwa has with Alliant Energy and the D-N-R to encourage residents to plant trees.

Wednesday, September 05, 2012  A $2,000 grant from Home Depot will weatherize veterans' homes.

Thursday, August 16, 2012  A new emissions reduction plant is being constructed at the Ottumwa Generating Station.

Wednesday, July 25, 2012  Tips on how to reduce your electric bill

Wednesday, July 25, 2012  Alliant Energy's cycling program drastically cuts down the amount of energy needed in the area.

Wednesday, July 25, 2012  Regional Round-Up is the place to click for interesting news and lifestyle stories across the area.

Friday, July 06, 2012  Interstate Power and Light issues Peak Alert due to heat, encourages conservation.

Monday, July 02, 2012  Regional Round-Up is the place to click for interesting news and lifestyle stories across the area.

Tuesday, June 19, 2012  Power has restored to most of Wapello County. As of Tuesday afternoon, only 13 homes are without.

Tuesday, June 19, 2012  The latest storm clean-up update from the City of Ottumwa.

Tuesday, June 12, 2012  Fairfield Sustainability Coordinator Scott Timm gives tips on how to save money on your utility bills while helping the environment.

Sunday, April 22, 2012  Fairfield planted more than 150 trees at Chautauqua Park for Hometown Reward's Program kickoff event.