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42 minutes ago  When the riders of RAGBRAI pedal into town, Fairfield will experience an economic impact it's never seen before.

Tuesday, June 18, 2013  The small group spent the morning building and programming their own robots, and after lunch, they got to operate their robots, steering it with a control attached to a computer.

Tuesday, June 18, 2013  The process of stacking Ottumwa's new communications tower began and was completed Tuesday.

Tuesday, June 18, 2013  Though elections are months away, Ottumwa's mayoral race is already heating up.

Tuesday, June 18, 2013  Kids show their dads some love and appreciation for Father's Day.

Monday, June 17, 2013  The decision will save some residents hundreds of dollars.

Monday, June 17, 2013  Students in IHCC's Massage Therapy program are looking for volunteers.

Monday, June 17, 2013  The Macon Police Department has created a tip line so citizens can give information about crimes and problems in their neighborhood anonymously.

Monday, June 17, 2013  Monday was the kick off of the Quarter Mile Campaign.

Monday, June 17, 2013  Finding activities for the kids during the summer can be difficult and expensive, but one free camp is here to help.

Monday, June 17, 2013  16-year-old Gracie Hunziker has shown hogs, goats, cattle, horses, sheep, and dogs since she was 6. She is this week's Ag Kid.