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Sunday, January 06, 2013  An Iowa conservation officer is still working even after being fired twice for alcohol-related offenses.

Saturday, September 15, 2012  A district court judge has blocked the Secretary of State's plan to create new rules that would challenge voters appearing in databases as non-citizens.

Thursday, June 21, 2012  The City of Ottumwa wants to remind residents that fireworks are illegal inside city limits, and also in the State of Iowa.

Saturday, February 11, 2012  A proposed constitutional amendment in Iowa is making it harder for government officials to limit who can get a gun and where they can carry firearms.

Friday, February 10, 2012  For Friday’s Facebook Story of the Day, KTVO’s Facebook Fans wanted to know; what are bail bonds and how are they set?

Friday, December 02, 2011  Regional Round-Up is the place to click for interesting news and lifestyle stories across the area.

Monday, August 08, 2011  The physical requirements to becoming a police officer and firefighter.

Tuesday, August 24, 2010  Regional Round-Up is the place to click for interesting news and lifestyle stories across the area.

Thursday, July 29, 2010  Van Buren and Appanoose County get some help from the state.

Wednesday, July 07, 2010  Governor Chet Culver will meet with officials in Ottumwa and Wapello County this afternoon to tour flood-impacted areas. The

Wednesday, May 26, 2010  Young citizens who are interested in public service can make an impact on the state level.

Tuesday, March 09, 2010  State officials are encouraging Iowa families to take advantage of the nation’s first dental-only program for underinsured children

Tuesday, January 12, 2010  A surprise for school districts.

Monday, November 23, 2009  According to Iowa Workforce Development, the unemployment rate in Iowa inched up to 6.7% from 6.6% in September.