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

Wednesday, May 29, 2013  The major problems came from flash flooding, where so much rain fell in so little time that it caused flooding in streets and backyards.

Thursday, April 11, 2013  What to do about those annoying potholes

Wednesday, April 10, 2013  “Operation Relief Residential Tree Program” is a collaborative project the City of Ottumwa has with Alliant Energy and the D-N-R to encourage residents to plant trees.

Tuesday, March 05, 2013  There will be a public hearing Tuesday evening to approve the plans for the East Maple Street reconstruction in Ottumwa

Thursday, January 10, 2013  The Ottumwa City Council began the process of acquiring the funding for the biannual Capital Improvements Program.

Friday, November 02, 2012  Yard waste collection season ending at end of Novemeber in Ottumwa

Monday, October 22, 2012  Ottumwa City Council to discuss Capital Improvements Program on Monday evening

Monday, October 01, 2012  Bridge will be closed for most of the day Monday.

Thursday, July 12, 2012  Weeks after the storm, branch disposal has proved to be an ongoing process.

Tuesday, July 03, 2012  In the city of Ottumwa, even posession of fireworks will earn you a ticket or citation.

Sunday, April 29, 2012  Ottumwa City Council will is expected to vote on the proposed amended budget Tuesday

Tuesday, December 28, 2010  Drivers in Ottumwa may want to allow some extra time for themselves the next time they hit the road.

Monday, December 06, 2010  The next Ottumwa city council meeting is coming up soon.

Thursday, August 26, 2010  Will the residents of Davis Street finally get what they have been fighting for?

Wednesday, July 07, 2010  Rumors of a boil order are just that.