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 […] ...

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 […] ...

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 ...

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.

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 ...

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.

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 […] ...

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, […] ...

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 […] ...