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Friday, February 22, 2013  The Associated Press reported that Iowa state archaeologists discovered Native American artifacts on the site where Egyptian-based Orascom Construction Industries plans to build the plant.

Friday, February 15, 2013  Lee County was awarded a nearly $5 million grant for road upgrades at the site of the Iowa Fertilizer Company near Wever.

Saturday, February 02, 2013  A southeast Iowa factory that makes wind turbine blades has recalled some workers laid off last fall as orders increase.

Tuesday, November 13, 2012  Reading is important for kids of all ages and The Book Stop in Quincy is making it easier for kids to get their hands on some books.

Thursday, October 18, 2012  Meeting scheduled for Monday at Wever, Iowa church.

Monday, October 15, 2012  The owners of the Siemens plant near Fort Madison want to put a rumor to rest.

Tuesday, September 18, 2012  Layoffs coming to Siemens in Fort Madison

Thursday, September 06, 2012  One hundred sixty-five jobs are on their way to Lee County, Iowa.

Thursday, July 19, 2012  A discussion is expected Tuesday night at the Fort Madison city council meeting.

Friday, December 23, 2011  The city of Macomb has set its tax levy for 2011.

Friday, May 20, 2011  Doyle Manufacturing makes fertilizer equipment and is moving into a 210,000 square foot facility near Palmyra.

Thursday, December 16, 2010  One hundred sixty-five new jobs could be on the way to Ft. Madison.

Wednesday, March 03, 2010  The incentive is available for eligible lighting, refrigeration and other projects.

Sunday, January 03, 2010  Missouri lawmakers look at ways to create and expand businesses throughout the state.

Tuesday, October 06, 2009  An outside audit has found that nearly half of tax incentives designed to encourage filmmakers to come to Iowa and hire local companies had actually gone to out-of-state individuals and businesses.