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Thursday, May 09, 2013  The block party and pitch tournament will be Saturday, May 18

Wednesday, May 01, 2013  The drought of 2013 helps bring upgrades to Heartland ethanol plant.

Tuesday, April 30, 2013  Spring conditions have left unfavorable conditions for corn farmers.

Sunday, April 14, 2013  Dozens of residents attended the Eldon Public Library to see the BAC put on a fascinating presentation on Grant Wood

Thursday, April 11, 2013  On Sunday, April 14, you can learn more about Wood's time in western Iowa.

Wednesday, April 10, 2013  The Kirksville Planning and Zoning Commission got an earful at Wednesday night's public hearing about rezoning a piece of property at a busy intersection.

Tuesday, April 09, 2013  The City of Kirksville Codes and Planning Department is needing the public's opinion on two key issues.

Wednesday, March 27, 2013  A record corn crop will depend on a number of factors.

Tuesday, March 19, 2013  The earliest allergy symptoms are typically rhinitis allergies, which result from pollen and trees going into bloom.

Monday, February 11, 2013  Twenty of the nation's 211 ethanol plants have ceased production over the past year.

Sunday, February 10, 2013  The fundraiser is very popular with the community, being that all the proceeds go towards the town’s annual Corn Carnival celebration, which is over 100 years old.

Saturday, January 19, 2013  On Sunday at Ottumwa's Bridge View Center, the conference was once again held, showcasing the regions top agricultural manufacturers and experts.

Wednesday, January 16, 2013  Cornbelt Cow-Calf Conference is this Saturday at  the Bridge View Center in Ottumwa

Saturday, January 05, 2013  The annual Cornbelt Cow-Calf Conference will be heading back to Ottumwa’s Bridge View Center on January 19th.

Wednesday, December 05, 2012  Regional Round-Up is the place to click for interesting news and lifestyle stories across the area.