Altoona is a city in Polk County, Iowa, with a population of approximately 19,565.
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Robinson breaks ground on 622,788-square-foot manufacturing site in Altoona
Robinson breaks ground on 622,788-square-foot manufacturing site in Altoona REJournals
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NewsAPR 04, 2026
Altoona man charged with assault after repeatedly crashing car into another vehicle in Des Moines
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NewsMAR 25, 2026
Worker injured at Altoona plant, airlifted to hospital
Worker injured at Altoona plant, airlifted to hospital KCCI
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