by Justin Burtis Oskaloosa — The 2020 edition of Sweet Corn Serenade was different from other years, but that did not stop the corn from being thrown on the grill. Despite a couple of heavy rain spells in the late afternoon, about 20 vendors set up their wares and the corn, creating a pleasant aroma […]
John “Jack” Roy Lahvic November 21, 1935 – August 1, 2020 Oskaloosa, Iowa | Age 84 John Roy Lahvic “Jack” age 84, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, August 1, 2020. He was born November 21, 1935 in Cook County, Illinois to Roy and Margaret Lahvic. John served in the U.S. Navy reserves […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – There was something special with some of the performers at the Southern Iowa Fair this year. A family legacy was on display that goes back to the early days of television. Just behind the Disabled American Veterans Building was a show Luao Logan’s Tropical Revue, a variety show featuring comedy puppets and […]
Barbara Hastings September 26, 1934 – August 1, 2020 Hiawatha (Oskaloosa), Iowa | Age 85 Barbara Ann Hastings, age 85, died Saturday, August 1, 2020 at the Mercy Hospice House in Hiawatha, Iowa. Barb was born September 26, 1934 in Oskaloosa, Iowa the daughter of Aca and Marcella (Wolf) Malloy. Barb was the oldest daughter […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The Oskaloosa Police Department and the Mahaska County Sheriff’s Office have taken Wayne “Chopper” Ellsworth into custody late Saturday afternoon near Crystal Heights Care Center. According to the Oskaloosa Police Department Facebook Page, Ellsworth was wanted “in connection with a hit and run involving serious injuries that occurred this morning just after […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The Southern Central Regional Airport Agency held a virtual meeting on July 28th, 2020. One of the discussions was to move to a monthly meeting format. The fourth Wednesday of every month will be set aside for regular board meetings if needed. Confirmation of whether or not a meeting is scheduled for […]
