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Friday, June 07, 2013  Get rid of standing water in flower pots, gutters and bird baths if possible to help control mosquito population.

Monday, May 13, 2013  Mosquitoes populations are forecasted to rise compared to last year.

Thursday, August 16, 2012  West Nile Virus still a threat despite lower numbers of mosquitos.

Thursday, August 09, 2012  The drought is having a positive impact on the mosquito population this summer.

Monday, March 19, 2012  For Monday's Facebook Story of The Day, many viewers wanted to know if the warm weather will have an effect on the mosquito population.

Monday, March 19, 2012  For Monday's Facebook story of the day, you wanted to know whether the warm, mild winter will affect the mosquito population in Southeast Iowa

Monday, August 30, 2010  Ottumwa's Mosquito Larvacide Program took effect today, Aug. 30.

Friday, August 27, 2010  The City of Ottumwa Health and Inspections Department will be placing larvicide on public property that contains standing water during the week of August 30th, as weather permits

Thursday, August 19, 2010  Regional Round-Up is the place to click for interesting news and lifestyle stories across the area.

Friday, July 16, 2010  Summertime always means pesky mosquitoes, and this year is no exception.

Wednesday, June 02, 2010  Using bug spray containing DEET and wearing appropriate clothing will help protect against mosquitoes and ticks.

Monday, May 17, 2010  Public health officials in Iowa are reminding residents to take precautions against mosquitoes and ticks are the weather warms this spring and summer.

Wednesday, June 17, 2009  The City Health and Inspections Department will be placing larvicide on public property that contains standing water on July 18 and 19.