Altoona, IA news on Thursday, October 29, 2026
In Altoona, IA on Thursday, October 29, 2026: Altoona youth mentoring program launches to prevent offenses. Also: Penn State Altoona criminal justice group held First Responders Day at Ivyside campus; Penn State Altoona screens 'Words on Bathroom Walls' film. Weather: Mostly clear today with highs near 65°F and light winds around 11 mph.
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News & local government
- Jury convicted Des Moines man of methamphetamine charge in Polk County.Polk County Iowa (.gov) · · Around
- Polk County nonpartisan school board race draws partisan political support.LkldNow · · Around
- Final hearing scheduled for Taylor's attempt to block recall drive.Lakeland Ledger · · Around
- Community divided on future of ambulance service plan in Polk County.Polk County Itemizer-Observer · · Around
Safety & emergencies
Health & care
- Red Cross offers Amazon gift cards to blood and platelet donors.Polk County Itemizer-Observer · · Around
Culture & arts
- Penn State Altoona screens 'Words on Bathroom Walls' film.The Pennsylvania State University ·
- Penn State Altoona faculty interview author Gwendolyn Kiste on 'Horror Joy'.Penn State Altoona ·
- Penn State Altoona to present artwork of Jordan Kornreich.Penn State Altoona ·
Community & volunteering
- Penn State Altoona criminal justice group held First Responders Day at Ivyside campus.Altoona Mirror ·
- Family members of Polk County crash victims await findings of traffic study.weareiowa.com · · Around
- Company donates new K-9 to Polk County Sheriff's Office deputy after K-9 Ace incident.Yahoo · · Around
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