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

Monday, June 03, 2013  Governor Terry Branstad officially signed Iowa's education reform bill into law Monday.

Monday, April 22, 2013  Douma Elementary needs to be renovated before it's ready for students in 2014.

Tuesday, March 12, 2013  The Ottumwa School Board decided to name the town's new school Liberty Elementary.

Thursday, March 07, 2013  Ottumwa Superintendent Davis Eidahl spoke on the uniqueness of the district and the different stories and backgrounds that come with each student.

Wednesday, February 27, 2013  The snow we've seen so far this winter has meant quite a few snow days for students in the heartland.

Wednesday, February 20, 2013  If you have a son or daughter at Ottumwa High School, the school district wants to hear from you.

Wednesday, January 16, 2013  Governor Branstad's education plan could mean changes in the classroom.

Tuesday, October 09, 2012  Outside construction should be done by winter, and the building is set to open August 2013.

Wednesday, May 23, 2012  Several of our Facebook fans have raised concerns about the lunch program at Evans Middle School.

Tuesday, May 01, 2012  Superintendent Davis Eidahl says the new $14 million facility isn't just good for the district, but good for the community at large.

Monday, March 26, 2012  Ottumwa Community School District Board met Monday night. Among other things discussed, was construction of the new building for the grade school

Thursday, March 08, 2012  Over 100 people gathered for the first annual "State of the Schools" address in Ottumwa.

Wednesday, February 29, 2012  Ottumwa will hold its first annual "State of the Schools" address at a business luncheon next week.

Tuesday, February 07, 2012  Despite a growth in state funding, many Iowa school districts are asking for help covering the cost of teaching non-English speaking students.

Tuesday, November 15, 2011  The Ottumwa School Board voted unanimously Monday to approve the plan for a new elementary school.