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

Wednesday, February 22, 2012  An education proposal would hold third grade students back if they fail to meet reading standards.

Wednesday, February 01, 2012  Iowa and Missouri education officials are asking for public input for waiver applications regarding No Child Left Behind.

Tuesday, January 10, 2012  All eyes were on Iowa Governor Terry Branstad Tuesday, as he delivered his 17th Condition of the State address.

Wednesday, March 30, 2011  A new elementary school will soon be built in Ottumwa.

Tuesday, March 29, 2011  The student will be attended to by a full-time paraprofessional.

Friday, February 18, 2011  Ottumwa saw its graduation rate increase from 74% to 82% last year.

Wednesday, July 28, 2010  Iowa and Missouri were left off the list of finalists in the second phase of "Race to the Top."

Monday, May 24, 2010  Teachers in the Ottuwma School District will receive a 2.47% pay increase.

Thursday, April 08, 2010  Ottumwa has a number of programs that are focused on helping keep kids in school.

Wednesday, April 07, 2010  Ottumwa's school district has the highest dropout rate in Iowa, something district officials say they are trying to fix.

Monday, March 08, 2010  Some students suspended after Friday's gun rumors. Plans to review policies still in place.

Sunday, February 21, 2010  Monday marks the first extended day of school for Ottumwa students.

Tuesday, January 12, 2010  Governor Culver proposes funds for Iowa education

Wednesday, December 16, 2009  Fewer buildings and teachers might be in the cards for Ottumwa students.

Tuesday, November 10, 2009  The school district tries to avoid increases in taxes