The latest local news, weather and high school sports from the Heartland

Friday, May 17, 2013  Construction for the Milan outdoor amphitheater is almost complete.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  The tiny house is the size of a college dorm room, but is fully-functional and houses an entire family.

Monday, May 13, 2013  This is the second grant for the Market on Main from John Deere Ottumwa Works

Monday, May 13, 2013  James Holmes asking judge to change plea to insanity

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 29, 2013  The interior of the Market on Main building won't be open until December but its outdoor green space is set to open later this summer

Tuesday, April 16, 2013  Bruce Pollard Jr. remains in the Wapello County Jail.

Saturday, April 13, 2013  The second day of demolition began inside the upcoming marketplace in downtown Ottumwa.

Friday, April 12, 2013  South Ottumwa Hy-Vee received a $5,000 grant to build a community garden

Thursday, April 11, 2013  China pulls 'Django Unchained' from theaters on opening day, citing 'technical problem'

Wednesday, April 10, 2013  The American Gothic Performing Arts Festival is holding auditions this Saturday and Sunday for their upcoming productions this summer. They are casting around 60 roles for “Peter Pan” and “Go, Dog, Go”  at Indian Hills Community College.

Thursday, April 04, 2013  Kirksville Parks and Recreation wins cash thanks to a door prize.

Wednesday, April 03, 2013  Kirksville Parks and Recreation will host multiple dinner theater events.

Wednesday, April 03, 2013  In Colorado, Obama will press Congress to pass gun measures, place focus on background checks

Monday, April 01, 2013  Hy-Vee Dietican  Heather Ware shows it may be easier to skip the drive-thru and prepare a fast and healthy home cooked meal for your family