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Tuesday, June 11, 2013  This is the third annual academy and it provides community members with insight into general police operations especially those of law enforcement

Wednesday, April 24, 2013  AGING AMERICA: Poll finds people in denial about the need for long-term care as they get older

Friday, April 19, 2013  Bernard Davolt is charged with two counts of first degree child molestation.

Tuesday, April 02, 2013  Legislation passed the House 83-16 Monday that would allow some livestock producers to close barns and be reclassified as small operations.

Saturday, March 30, 2013  The rule allows the Secretary of State's office to compare voter registration records against federal immigration lists.

Tuesday, March 26, 2013  The third annual Ottumwa Citizen's Police Academy came to a conclusion Monday evening with graduation.

Monday, March 25, 2013  NACD gets a check from the money raised at the Saint Patrick’s Day race.

Monday, March 18, 2013  The Supreme Court will hear arguments today about validity of Arizona's voter registration law.

Wednesday, March 13, 2013  Kirksville Arts Center has a new project which will need some artistic help from the community.

Thursday, March 07, 2013  Kentucky senator uses rare filibuster to block vote on President Obama's nominee to lead CIA

Tuesday, February 05, 2013  The third annual Citizen's Police Academy began in Ottumwa Monday night.

Friday, February 01, 2013  An overnight fire has heavily damaged a senior housing complex.

Wednesday, January 02, 2013  Felons no longer have to submit a credit history and pay full restitution to be able to vote.

Tuesday, December 18, 2012  This story was updated with additional details Tuesday night.

Thursday, September 20, 2012  The Ottumwa Police Department is cautioning citizens of another scam hitting Ottumwa.