The Ottumwa Courier Local News

Bridge work will close trails section

2012-05-16T10:21:22-05:00

The closure of the trails between Black Lake and Mary Street is expected to remain in effect through November.

Ottumwa schools toughen Internet policy

2012-05-16T05:03:00-05:00

This week, the Ottumwa school board adopted a new policy for Internet use in the district. The new policy fits with The Children’s Internet Protection Act, a federal regulation tied to government funding.

‘A peek behind the curtains:’ Weekend events gear community to check out trails, downtown

2012-05-16T05:02:00-05:00

This weekend's events to benefit the trails and educate the community of what’s new and changing downtown include the annual Tips for Trails at the Tom Tom Tap and the mediathon to raise money for the Wapello County Trails Council.

Eisenhower bridge repair in the works

2012-05-16T05:01:00-05:00

Insurance companies are still hammering out final reimbursements after a truck hauling a wide-load wind turbine struck the Eisenhower Pedestrian Bridge in April 2011. The city also finalized severing ties with Centerplace and blasts the company's management of Bridge View Center.

Cremer takes command of Veterans Affairs office

2012-05-16T05:00:00-05:00

The Wapello County Board of Supervisors has approved hiring Marty Cremer of Agency as the county’s new Veterans Affairs director. Dan Hoy, the outgoing director, told the board his last day will be Friday.

Ottumwa school district, teachers agree on contract

2012-05-15T05:02:00-05:00

The Ottumwa school district approved the 2012-13 Master Contract for teachers on a unanimous vote.

IHCC eyes 2012-13 budget estimates

2012-05-15T05:01:00-05:00

A potential state funding increase could add $800,000 in new money to the Indian Hills Community College's bank account next year. On the other hand, an estimated decrease in student population may reduce funds by about $800,000.

Gothic House Center has new outdoor exhibit area

2012-05-15T05:00:00-05:00

Four outdoor panels will be available to visitors who stop by when the American Gothic House Center is closed. One panel features the history of the American Gothic House, and the others are about Grant Wood’s painting, his life and the impact of this painting.

Race for the Cure draws more than 2,000 to Ottumwa

2012-05-14T05:04:00-05:00

The 16th annual Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure went off without a hitch, and race officials say they were stress-free in the days leading up to the event thanks to committee members.

Corydon man killed in highway accident

2012-05-14T05:02:00-05:00

An 82-year-old Corydon man was killed in a two-vehicle accident on Iowa Highway 5 Sunday afternoon.