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Saturday, May 18, 2013  A handful of organizations and developers around Ottumwa have been working hard to renovate and revamp the city’s downtown. They got to show off all their hard work and progress to the community at the 5th annual Upstairs Downtown event.

Tuesday, May 14, 2013  The new Ottumwa Leadership Academy will be located at 113 E. Main St.

Tuesday, May 14, 2013  Five buildings will be showcased at Upstairs Downtown this Saturday.

Sunday, May 05, 2013  The Fairfield Arts and Convention Center hosted "Proud to Be a Democrat" potluck. Democratic leaders from Iowa critcized Gov. Branstads heathcare plan, and discussed the 2014 elections.

Tuesday, March 26, 2013  In latest bellicose statement, North Korea puts artillery forces at highest combat posture

Tuesday, March 12, 2013  Food insecurity is a major issue in Wapello County.

Tuesday, March 05, 2013  How can new and returning residents be better welcomed into our community?

Friday, March 01, 2013  The day focused on how to interact with the local media.

Thursday, February 21, 2013  The topic of this month's Ottumwa Leadership Academy were human and community services

Thursday, January 31, 2013  Leaders from Ottumwa and Wapello County are determined to improve the health and well-being of its residents.

Tuesday, January 29, 2013  If approved by the Scouts' national executive board, possibly as soon as next week, the change would be another momentous milestone for America's gay-rights movement.

Tuesday, December 11, 2012  Community leaders for the Marketplace met last week to discuss design plans for the space.

Wednesday, November 28, 2012  So far, the program has received great feedback from the community and the participants.

Friday, November 16, 2012  Obama on tricky path in fiscal cliff negotiations with congressional leaders

Thursday, November 15, 2012  Members of the Ottumwa Police Department, along with other law enforcement agencies took part in a two day course starting Thursday, focusing on leadership.