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Tuesday, April 23, 2013  Enrollment is back on at the Ottumwa Job Corps center and centers like it around the country.

Tuesday, April 16, 2013  The enrollment freeze at Job Corps centers across the country may be lifted.

Wednesday, April 03, 2013  The senator says every facility should be at maximum capacity to make use of the investments in the program.

Thursday, March 21, 2013  Bluegrass Festival will be ocming to the Iowa Theater in Bloomfield this Saturday

Tuesday, March 12, 2013  Senate panel ready to OK Dems' bill on gun background checks, fate in full Senate less sure

Monday, February 04, 2013  Two young Republican farmers who serve in the Iowa Legislature are trying to make it more appealing for retiring farmers to lease their land to beginners.

Monday, November 12, 2012  Food labels multiply, confuse consumers, claiming to certify array of sustainable practices

Sunday, October 14, 2012  2012 Grassroots Gaming Expo was at the Bridge View Center in Ottumwa this weekend and attracted people from all over the country.

Friday, October 12, 2012  Prop B will help improve health in Missouri by reducing smoking and provide new funding for Missouri's public schools, colleges and universities.

Friday, October 05, 2012  Many lawns are starting to come back from this summer's drought. What should you do to help your lawn this fall.

Saturday, September 22, 2012  41st annual Davis County Bluegrass and Old Time County Music Festival has attracted bands from all over.

Sunday, September 16, 2012  41st annual Davis County Bluegrass and Old Time Country Music Festival opened the gates for campers to start coming in Saturday morning

Thursday, September 13, 2012  Regional Round-Up is the place to click for interesting news and lifestyle stories across the area.

Friday, August 24, 2012  Are you covered by your insurance if a natural cover fire happens on your property? Some tips you can do to help prevent fires on your land.

Thursday, August 16, 2012  Drought cuts MoDOT mowing cycle down to 3, saving $2 million statewide. Mowing to resume after recent rains.