Attorney General Brenna Bird announced today the Iowa Attorney General’s Office Cold Case Unit has been awarded a $15,000 Community Betterment Grant from the Prairie Meadows Board of Directors. The ...

The YMCA has announced that Open Swim will be unavailable on select dates due to a scheduled facility rental. The temporary closures will allow the YMCA to accommodate the rental […] ...

A Fairfield woman is facing multiple misdemeanor charges after she was arrested Sunday morning for blocking a downtown intersection and resisting officers during her arrest. Christina Ring, 52, was ...

The Ottumwa Elks Lodge #347 is inviting hunters and community members to donate deer hides as part of an effort to support veterans. The donated hides are used to create […] ...

Jefferson County Health Center is recognizing its Facilities & Engineering team in honor of National Healthcare Facilities & Engineering Week. The team plays an essential role in keeping the hospital ...

The Greater Jefferson County Foundation has announced a new scholarship in honor of the late Richard Kurka, a Fairfield native, Korean War veteran, and longtime local business owner, according to […] ...

Mahaska Health is recognizing its Central Processing team in celebration of Central Service Technicians Week, honoring the dedicated professionals who help maintain patient safety and support quality ...

A Fairfield man is facing felony and misdemeanor theft charges following an investigation into missing liquor inventory and a stolen tip at a local restaurant. Erreth Hunter, 48, was charged […] ...

Shanee Renee Aljets, 52, of Ottumwa died at 12:27 p.m. October 17, 2026 at the Jefferson County Health Center in Fairfield after a courageous battle with cancer.

Stockport City Hall will be closed Wednesday, October 21, through Friday, October 23, according to a notice from the city’s social media page. City Hall will reopen Monday, October 26, […] ...

Governor Kim Reynolds and her husband, First Gentleman Kevin Reynolds, today announced that the First Gentleman has been diagnosed with a recurrence of cancer following a three-year remission. Mr.

The Ottumwa Police Association is hosting its 12th Annual No Shave November event to support 3-year-old Ashtyn and her courageous fight against leukemia. Ashtyn, who turns 3 in November, is […] ...