In downtown Ottumwa above some of the busiest storefronts entire floors sit empty. It’s a problem hiding in plain sight, affecting property values, safety, and downtown’s future.

When the Market Street Landing redevelopment project was unveiled, the negative comments online were fairly predictable. Some praised the effort, recognizing it as an opportunity to embrace progress ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. OTTUMWA — When it comes to streets, the money doesn't go very far, councilmember Cara Galloway noted Tuesday as the Ottumwa City ...

OTTUMWA — Main Street Ottumwa is launching a new monthly initiative designed to support downtown dining establishments in a simple and meaningful way.