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Around town this week
Fresh from local news covering Ottumwa and the surrounding area.
Ottumwa Regional awarded five nursing scholarships, and two obituaries were published for Joyce Sampson and Sandy Koettel. A local man is walking 150 miles with shelter dogs to help them find homes, while the first annual Dog Day Jam BMX contest took place. The prep softball game saw Rockhold's round-tripper close out a Bulldog sweep, and Osky dropped two games at Ottumwa.
Curated by TinyLocalAdventure from local news sources · Updated June 23, 2026 · AI-assisted summary. Headlines below link to the original reporting.
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What is there to do in Ottumwa?
Ottumwa has 0 parks and green spaces, 0 places to eat, and landmarks like local landmarks. Use the curated day plan, or jump straight to Eat, Do, Events, Parks, Shop, or Homes.
Where should I park in Ottumwa?
Most of Ottumwa is residential with free street and lot parking near the parks and main streets. See Getting Here for mapped lots.
How do I get to Ottumwa?
Ottumwa sits in Ottumwa, Iowa, reachable by car or by the local trails for cyclists.
Can I see homes for sale in Ottumwa?
Yes — the Homes page lists houses currently for sale in and around Ottumwa, and can connect you with a local agent.