Today's Local News

Pressure canners with dial-type pressure gauges can be tested for accuracy at the Washington County Extension Office.

Pekin schools did not hold class today due to a power outage.

A tree fell on a home on South 2nd Avenue in Washington last night during the storm.

The KCII Severe Weather Action Team went into action twice yesterday for severe thunderstorm warnings.

JP’s 207 in Washington received an Economic Restructuring Award in the category of Success Story Friday at the 27^th annual Main Street Iowa Awards celebration in Des Moines.

An Iowa OSHA, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, complaint concerning Washington County Public Health will be discussed at tomorrow’s Board of Supervisors meeting at 9:30 a.m.

Last week, tractors and other equipment hit and damaged four power poles or lines in the Alliant Energy service territory.

The dog park has been mowed and pet owners and their canine friends are welcome to enjoy the park says Tim Widmer, Park Superintendent.

Alliant Energy customers experiencing power outages can call the company’s hotline at 1-800-862-626.

UPDATE: The KCII Severe Weather Action Team went back into action for a severe weather warning at 9:50 p.m.

A Tornado Watch Watch has been issued until 10 p.m. for Henry, Jefferson, Keokuk, and Washington Counties in the KCII listening area.

Seniors return laptops at Washington High School as part of the 1:1 program.

The Washington High School seniors returned their laptops yesterday as part of the 1:1 initiative program.

The Washington City Council elected to table the proposed garbage contract extension to its May 22^nd meeting.