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2 hours, 38 minutes ago  A national animal welfare group has donated $50,000 to a University of Missouri training academy to help rural law enforcement investigators attend anti-cruelty workshops.

Wednesday, May 08, 2013  A $500,000 gift was given to the Centerville campus of Indian Hills by Morgan Cline.

Wednesday, May 08, 2013  A large gift will have a big impact on the availability of locally grown foods.

Sunday, April 28, 2013  Members of the community came out to Packwood Christian Church to support the congregation's Relay for Life team.

Wednesday, April 17, 2013  The bill would give an incentive for small farmers to donate produce by providing a 15 percent state income tax break on the market value of donations worth less than $5,000.

Friday, March 22, 2013  The United Way of Wapello County has announced its campaign results for 2012.

Thursday, March 14, 2013  What is the process taken for food to be distributed from food banks to food pantries?

Tuesday, February 26, 2013  Food Bank of Southern Iowa is in need of canned soup, cereal and peanut butter

Saturday, February 09, 2013  For the ninth year, the Fairfield Parks and Recreation Department held their polar plunge, a fundraiser that is very popular with people of all ages.

Friday, February 08, 2013  The Adair county Humane Society is looking for donations for their campaign "be a pal-prevent a litter." there is an interesting twist this year which might give you more incentive to donate.

Friday, January 25, 2013  The number of people staying home sick has impacted donor numbers this year.

Monday, January 14, 2013  The goal is to break ground in the spring.

Thursday, January 03, 2013  What better New Year's resolution to make than to save three lives with just one donation of blood?

Friday, December 21, 2012  Two gift distribution events in Ottumwa Friday spread the holiday cheer to those in need.

Tuesday, December 18, 2012  The OFD received a grant check that will help continue fire prevention efforts in Ottumwa.