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Monday, January 28, 2013  After Sandy Hook, the availability of mental health resources in our schools has become a topic of interest.

Friday, January 25, 2013  On Monday, Congressman Loebsack will be speaking with members of the community in Ottumwa.

Saturday, December 29, 2012  U.S. Representative Dave Loebsack spoke with KTVO Saturday from Washington, D.C. about the "fiscal cliff" negotiations.

Wednesday, December 05, 2012  Congressman Dave Loebsack announced today that the deadline to register for the lottery to receive tickets to the 57th Inauguration Ceremony in Washington, D.C. is Friday, December 14 at 5:00 p.m.

Friday, September 21, 2012  Leaders in the House decided on Thursday that they are going to focus on a number of issues, including the Farm Bill and the Wind Energy Tax Credit, after the November election.

Saturday, September 15, 2012  Congressman Dave Loebsack of Iowa's 2nd Congressional District is teaming up with other representatives to try to force House leadership to bring the proposed Farm Bill up for a vote.

Friday, September 07, 2012  After speaking to a national crowd in Tampa, John Archer talked business and education in Ottumwa Friday.

Thursday, July 05, 2012  With the 4th of July holiday passing on Wednesday, many around the Heartland are reflecting on what veterans have sacrificed for their country.

Monday, July 02, 2012  Recent Congressional legislation has prompted Congressional candidate John Archer to push for simple, easy-to-understand legislation.

Thursday, June 14, 2012  Flood control structures throughout Southeast Iowa reduce flood damange, but many still need to be built.

Monday, April 23, 2012  Two new-comers to politics are vying for the chance to take on democratic incumbent Dave Loebsack for the seat in Iowa's Second Congressional District this fall.

Tuesday, April 03, 2012  Iowa's 2nd Congressional District may see a newcomer to politics on the ballot in November's elections.

Friday, February 24, 2012  U.S. Congressman Dave Loebsack made several stops throughout southeast Iowa Friday. Friday morning he stopped by the Salvation Army in Ottumwa to speak with seniors, and listen to their concerns.

Wednesday, November 09, 2011  Congressman Dave Loebsack was in Ottumwa Wednesday, talking with seniors about Medicare.

Sunday, August 01, 2010  Congressman Dave Loebsack sent a letter to President Obama stating Iowa's lakes resevroir management plans need updating urgently.