http://www.ottumwacourier.com en-us Copyright CNHI All Rights Reserved. 5 Thu, 04 Dec 2008 11:36:00 +0000 http://www.ottumwacourier.com/homepage/local_slideshow_339113707 http://www.ottumwacourier.com/homepage/local_slideshow_339113707 During the worst of Wednesday's snowstorm, services like Duane's Towing in Ottumwa were receiving more calls before they even finished with their current call. Police say there were no major accidents, but there were several minor incidents. Courier photo by Mark Newman. Wed, 03 Dec 2008 11:31:00 +0000 http://www.ottumwacourier.com/homepage/local_story_337215700.html http://www.ottumwacourier.com/homepage/local_story_337215700.html Tue, 02 Dec 2008 12:23:00 +0000 http://www.ottumwacourier.com/homepage/local_slideshow_337122327 http://www.ottumwacourier.com/homepage/local_slideshow_337122327 Ottumwa elementary school students took advantage of the weekend snowfall by having fun after school on Monday. There's a slight chance of snow again tonight. Courier photo by Scott Niles. Mon, 01 Dec 2008 22:45:00 +0000 http://www.ottumwacourier.com/homepage/local_story_336123826.html http://www.ottumwacourier.com/homepage/local_story_336123826.html Fri, 28 Nov 2008 10:56:00 +0000 http://www.ottumwacourier.com/homepage/local_slideshow_333105629 http://www.ottumwacourier.com/homepage/local_slideshow_333105629 Jacob Olson of Omaha, Neb., 16 months old, appears to be thankful for Country Kitchen's turkey, stuffing and mashed potatoes as he enjoys a Thankgiving Day meal with relatives at the Ottumwa restaurant. Courier photo by Mark Newman. Thu, 27 Nov 2008 12:47:00 +0000 http://www.ottumwacourier.com/homepage/local_story_331222109.html http://www.ottumwacourier.com/homepage/local_story_331222109.html Wed, 26 Nov 2008 12:14:00 +0000 http://www.ottumwacourier.com/homepage/local_slideshow_331121423 http://www.ottumwacourier.com/homepage/local_slideshow_331121423 Professional artist Kevin Johnson of Des Moines advises and answers questions for Christopher Stavely, left, Travis Brunner, Cheyanne Strayer-cook and Madisyn Schlotter while teaching a mask-making class at Douma Elementary School. Johnson, who has a visual impairment, is part of a program that teams students across Iowa and artists with disabilities. Courier photo by Mark Newman. Tue, 25 Nov 2008 17:35:00 +0000 http://www.ottumwacourier.com/homepage/local_story_329233628.html http://www.ottumwacourier.com/homepage/local_story_329233628.html Mon, 24 Nov 2008 11:33:00 +0000 http://www.ottumwacourier.com/homepage/local_slideshow_329113336 http://www.ottumwacourier.com/homepage/local_slideshow_329113336 Some of the displays at Holiday Nights 'N Lights can help tell a story. This year, the event features more than 600 pieces in Ottumwa Park with over 70 area businesses represented. The holiday lights are open to traffic, starting at 6 p.m., every night through Jan. 2. Admission is $10 per car load. Courier photo by Mark Newman. Sat, 22 Nov 2008 13:41:00 +0000 http://www.ottumwacourier.com/homepage/local_slideshow_327134212 http://www.ottumwacourier.com/homepage/local_slideshow_327134212 The Wiley family of Ottumwa walks the Holiday Nights 'N Lights display in Ottumwa Park Friday night during the Wapello County Trails Council-sponsored walk. It was the only time to walk through the large display. The Ottumwa Courier-sponsored Holiday Nights 'N Lights officially opens tonight at 6 p.m. for a drive-through tour. Lights will be turned on every evening through Jan. 2. Tickets available at the gate. Courier photo by Mark Newman. Fri, 21 Nov 2008 12:22:00 +0000 http://www.ottumwacourier.com/homepage/local_story_325122453.html http://www.ottumwacourier.com/homepage/local_story_325122453.html Thu, 20 Nov 2008 12:06:00 +0000 http://www.ottumwacourier.com/homepage/local_slideshow_325120700 http://www.ottumwacourier.com/homepage/local_slideshow_325120700 A crowd turned out Wednesday morning to find bargains and see new products at Ottumwa's new Fareway store on Albia Road. When doors opened at 10 a.m., all 185 extra-wide parking spots were full. Courier photo by Mark Newman. Wed, 19 Nov 2008 11:58:00 +0000 http://www.ottumwacourier.com/homepage/local_slideshow_324115909 http://www.ottumwacourier.com/homepage/local_slideshow_324115909 Ottumwa Schools' educators were invited to celebrate American Education Week late Tuesday afternoon at the Knights of Columbus Hall. Ottumwa High School English and reading teachers are, from left, Amy Drake, Karen McVey, Kyle Roemerman and Abby Stevens. Courier photo by Mark Newman. Tue, 18 Nov 2008 10:36:00 +0000 http://www.ottumwacourier.com/homepage/local_slideshow_323103618 http://www.ottumwacourier.com/homepage/local_slideshow_323103618 Wind gusts of more than 35 mph drag trash bins across a street as a flag snaps and pops Monday on Ottumwa's north side. Winds are expected to be calmer today, and temperatures should rise into the lower 40s. Courier photo by Mark Newman. Mon, 17 Nov 2008 10:59:00 +0000 http://www.ottumwacourier.com/homepage/local_story_321221407.html http://www.ottumwacourier.com/homepage/local_story_321221407.html