4 | County Profile

Wapello County ' s demographics and trends . answers to the most frequently asked questions about Wapello County .

6 | Schools , Studies & Libraries

Schools and other educational opportunities in Wapello County .

10 | Leaders & Lawmakers

Officers , elected officials and others who run local government .

16 | Economic Scene

Businesses and industries , jobs and development in Wapello County .

19 | History & Heritage

How it began , how it is being preserved and new initiatives

22 | Natural Resources & Recreation

the woods , water , wildlife and where to go and what to do for fun .

26 | Clubs & Groups

Civic , veteran , cultural , youth and other local groups and organizations .

27 | Health & Well-being

Where to go for care in Wapello County .

28 | How & Where

Getting building permits , renewing a driver ’ s license , adopting a pet — it ’ s all here .

30 | Resources Directory

a guide to services in Wapello County .

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Publisher ron Gutierrez

Editor Kyle ocker

Associate Editor emily Hawk

Reporter Chad Drury

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Graphic Design Stephen peters Shanelle yahn

Cover photo by Chad Drury from the Greater ottumwa rodeo on July 3 , 2021 .

Inside photos are a compilation of Ottumwa Courier file photos

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