Rustic renovation - Historic Roberts House get a much-needed makeover

CANONSBURG - A onetime Canonsburg residence and one of the most historically significant sites in Washington County has been undergoing renovation until money can be found for more extensive work.

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

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.

Reminiscing about Grant Wood

Holly Berg, director of the American Gothic House Visitor Center, offered a slide presentation to the Reminisce Society, which meets monthly at Ottumwa Public Library.

Fairfield County Realtor: Why To Buy A Fixer-Upper

DARIEN, Conn. – Most buyers today want a house that is turn-key, meaning they just need to grab their clothes and a toothbrush and move in. But here are three reasons why a “fixer-upper” might be a better deal. You can add value and multiply your investment. Studies ...

City hopes to find funding for website upgrade

The city of Ottumwa is still looking into laptops for its councilmen and upgrades to the city website, but not without careful research and a dash of hesitation. City Administrator Joe Helfenberger said he’s still gathering background information from other communities about their City Council members going paperless. Helfenberger also said he’s looking at applying for some funding assistance to ...