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Tuesday, June 04, 2013  Last month, the council voted 4-1 to rezone the Ottumwa Vet Clinic on N. Court Street from a residential to a commercial zone.

Tuesday, May 28, 2013  In a 4-1 vote last week, City Council approved a request per the vet clinic’s owners to change the land on 2305 N. Court St. into a C-1 commercial zone, but on Tuesday, Mayor Flanders said he is vetoing that ordinance.

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

Tuesday, May 21, 2013  This was the third and final hearing for council to decide whether to rezone the Ottumwa Veterinary Clinic from an R-1 Residential Zone to a C-1 Commercial Zone.

Saturday, May 11, 2013  In honor of Mother's Day, the MUM Women's League selected four accomplished women from all walks of life to share their experience, offering valuable words of wisdom.

Monday, April 22, 2013  Don't take the cinnamon challenge: Doctors warn teens after surge in calls to poison centers

Thursday, March 28, 2013  Dr. Danto explains acupuncture to us.

Thursday, March 07, 2013  Dr. Akoma has practicted medicine in Nigeria, New Jersey and at the University of Arkansas.

Thursday, February 28, 2013  “I’m truly blessed and honored,” Dr. Tim Ernst said.

Friday, February 22, 2013  Warning about some unnecessary tests

Wednesday, February 20, 2013  Allergy season coming early this year.

Monday, February 18, 2013  The plan would increase the number of medical residencies in Iowa and try to reduce frivolous medical suits.

Friday, January 18, 2013  Law enforcement officers are asking for your help to locate an inmate who never returned from a doctor's appointment Friday.

Tuesday, September 04, 2012  HEALTHBEAT: Is organic healthier? Study says not so much, but it's key reason consumers buy

Friday, August 10, 2012  Officials suspend license of Delaware pediatrician accused of 'waterboarding' daughter