Category: Local Communities & Insights
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Manhunt Underway for Armed Robbery Suspect: Keokuk Police Seek Public Assistance
Keokuk, Iowa – A manhunt is currently underway as law enforcement continues to search for the armed robbery suspect who remains at large. The Keokuk Police Department is actively investigating the case and seeking assistance from the public in order to ensure the suspect’s swift capture. However, at this time, there is no available information…
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Winter Driving Tips: Navigate Snowy Roads Safely in Iowa
As the winter season approaches, the Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) is gearing up for winter operations, focusing on efficiently clearing snow from area roadways. With the potentially hazardous conditions presented by snowy roads, it is essential for drivers to be well-prepared and informed to ensure their safety and the safety of others. To help…
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Fort Madison Marina Project Shows Significant Progress Despite Recent Setback
In exciting news from Fort Madison, Iowa, the marina project is well underway and making considerable strides. Recent updates indicate that the development is moving forward nicely, with substantial advancements and operational installations. Though faced with a setback in light of American Cruise Lines’ decision to no longer dock in Fort Madison starting in 2024,…
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Discover Keokuk’s Sesquicentennial Celebration: A Four-Day Festival of Fun, History, and Community Spirit
Keokuk, Iowa – a charming city located in the southeastern part of the state – is getting ready to celebrate its 175th anniversary. The city, which was incorporated on Dec. 13, 1847, has come a long way since its founding. And the city’s officials have set up a four-day celebration that’ll put the spotlight on…
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The Disrespectful State of Keokuk’s Roads
South 18th Street in Keokuk, Iowa, is a street that leads to the Keokuk National Cemetery. Unfortunately, the state of the road is so deplorable that it’s almost disrespectful of the souls buried in the cemetery. I visited Keokuk in April to pay my respects to my grandfather’s grave, and driving down South 18th Street…
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Keokuk Citizens Must Demand Action for Transparency and Accountability in KVEC
Keokuk Volunteer Emergency Corps (KVEC) is a valuable organization that helps with water search and rescue and traffic control. As a volunteer organization, it operates with taxpayers’ money and donations from the community. Therefore, it is concerning to know that KVEC’s leadership is not accountable and transparent to its members and the community. Until recently,…
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Keokuk Power Plant’s Old Turbine: Where Should it be Placed?
Keokuk Power Plant is a historical landmark, acknowledged by many as one of the world’s marvels. The river city of Keokuk has always been proud of its county as a destination for sightseeing and recreation. However, the placement of the old turbine from the Keokuk Power Plant seems to have become somewhat of a contentious…
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Hello
Well, hello there! This is Adam Miller, your friendly neighborhood photographer, freelance writer, music enthusiast, and self-proclaimed Keokuk evangelist. Yes, you heard that right. I care deeply about Keokuk, Iowa, and I won’t stop until it becomes the thriving, bustling city it once was. I know what you’re thinking. Who cares about Keokuk, Iowa? Well,…