Susan Schade
Reporter/MMJ
Ottumwa, IA
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Deer are migrating right now due to mating season and the crops being cut for the year.
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When it comes to being clean and making sure germs would not spread, VanWeelden says the staff also had to be trained with personal protective equipment and cleaning.
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Kids take a hike to celebrate a goal they accomplished.
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Indian Hills began their Women's Wrestling Program a year ago and are looking ahead to the future.
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National Drug Take Back Day started in the small town of Benton, Arkansas, and is now recognized nationally.
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The second reading of the Bloomfield dog ordinance took place.
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Students in the Business Communications class developed a strategic communication plan to encourage citizens to vote on November 2.
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Miss Iowa read to students to share her impact initiative, Read to Succeed.
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Tom Vilsack visits picketers in Des Moines as the strike continues.
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Everyone can venture off their normal route when gathering candy on Halloween by walking down the streets of Ottumwa's historic districts.
Ottumwa Police inject Narcan into people who have overdosed, only for the potential of an investigation to lead nowhere.
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One local business is providing a way for union workers to reduce stress during the John Deere strike.
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Love Without Limits is hosting a costume drive so kids all have an opportunity to wear a costume when trick-or-treating.
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Coach Anderson is remembered as someone with a strong presence and who cared for his community.
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The inventory is down to two days worth of blood donations.
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Disadvantaged students can seek help with the Trio Program at Indian Hills Community College.
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A pink ribbon tree has been placed in the waiting room for women who are battling breast cancer.
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Cancer patients can find relaxing exercise and community support with the new restorative yoga class coming to the Ottumwa Family YMCA.
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Keep in mind what the blue jack o lanterns mean on the night of Halloween. If you see a child carrying one it could mean they are autistic.
The second reading for the Bloomfield City dog ordinance will be held on October 21.
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Teens are more likely to get pulled over for distracted driving than adults according to Assistant Police Chief Zach Dunlavy.
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The owners of Appanoose Rapids are now opening up a Mercantile to expand and build on the life in downtown Ottumwa.
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A local nonprofit can now continue with special projects in their center thanks to one foundation.
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Purchasing your own mums and unique pumpkins will go to help a cause in Ottumwa.
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Adoptable dogs to walk in Saturday's parade for Oktoberfest.
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Not only is there a lack of child care in the state. One place is struggling to have enough employees.
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The police came and helped get her dog to the vet for further inspection.
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One area organization is opening up their hearts and making it their mission to help those who suffer from exploitation in the community.
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A feel-good place for those who work hard and don't have many chances to feel relaxed. One woman hopes her business can make others feel good.
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Checking your chimney and furnace is important to protect your home in the colder months.
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Now is the time of year to get the flu shot, but you can still get your Covid vaccine along with it.
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Local YMCA hosts food programs to help children and families who face food insecurity.
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Bluegrass Music Festival holds a fish fry in honor of a man who loved the music Thursday night.
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The dog ordinance revisions are still underway and waiting for the first official reading.
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Ottumwa Boxing Club teams up with the duck races this year.
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Donors roll up their sleeve to give blood to local hospitals.
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Three churches come together to make one congregation and give back to the community.
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Grandma's Pumpkin Patch offers fun for the family this fall.
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Kids sign up for Dolly Partan's Imagination Library during an event at Ottumwa Public Library
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Iowa Firefighters help with clean-up after Hurricane Ida hit.
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WWII Vets got to fly in an open cockpit plane in honor of their service.
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The track at Davis County football field is dedicated to former track coach, Dennis Anderson.
The Bloomfield city council will still be meeting about the dog ordinance to finalize revisions.
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Needing to pay property taxes? Here's what you need to know.
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People got the chance to learn about heirloom tomatoes and recipes.
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Mental health access to people in Ottumwa.
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Ottumwa Bulldogs practiced hard this summer to prepare for the football season ahead.
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Ottumwa Chief of Police Chad Farrington marks his first year of service.