DES MOINES, IOWA – Iowa’s labor force participation rate increased once again in June to 68.7 percent, up from 68.5 percent in May. This was the fourth consecutive monthly increase as 4,900 new workers joined the state’s labor force. At the same time, Iowa’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate held steady at 2.7 percent. The U.S. […]
by Jay Waagmeester, Iowa Capital Dispatch July 19, 2023 A record amount was invested into Iowa roads and bridges over the past year, the Iowa Department of Transportation announced Wednesday. More than $1.47 billion was awarded to contractors to improve Iowa roads and bridges between July 1, 2022 and June 30, 2023. The spending spanned […]
The 4-Her’s held their feathers high as the 4-H and FFA Poultry Show was held on Tuesday, July 18th at the Southern Iowa Fair. The morning show in the sale ring was judged by Helena Hayes who had a “bird’s eye view” of the competition. Award ribbons were based on the birds’ breed and the […]
The Pavillion at the Southern Iowa Fair was packed on Tuesday evening July 18th for the 2023 4-H & FFA Swine Show. Exhibitors filled the Pavilion to showcase the hardwork put into their swine projects. It was entertaining and not “boar”ing. Judge Brian Becker sorted through livestock to find this years Swine Show winners. He […]
A lot of growth was shown by 4-Hers and their exhibits on Tuesday, July 18th at Horticulture Judging. The participants used the Force to channel life energy into their plants. Many members showcased their green thumbs with beautiful flowers, vegetables, and fruits. The 4-Her’s were like Jedi and pleased with the results. The following awards […]
July 19th, 2023 OSKALOOSA, IA. Oskaloosa, Iowa – Mahaska Health is delighted to announce the addition of a new pain management office within the Oskaloosa Campus, dedicated to serving patients outside of the operating room. Through the services of Greg Kronenberg, CRNA, fellowship-trained pain management specialist, this expansion allows Mahaska Health to offer specialized relief […]
Oskaloosa–The Heart of America Athletic Conference honored its top academic achievers as its 2022-2023 Scholar-Athletes were announced Tuesday. William Penn recorded 81 award recipients, led by 10 from the softball program. A total of 1,063 student-athletes were honored from the 14 Heart schools, including several student-athletes receiving academic laurels in multiple sports. Six Statesmen owned […]
by Jerry Mackey Oskaloosa, Iowa: The infield was packed with race cars and great crowd attended the races for the Caleb Hammond Memorial as the Southern Iowa Fair was in full swing. The Mid states Machine Stock Cars provided the main event of the night with an outstanding field of 18 drivers taking the green. […]
The talent and creativity of 4-H & FFA members was truly showcased by exhibitors in the Bucket ‘o’ Junk contest. This spring, exhibitors picked up identical buckets of scrap metal pieces donated by Co-Line. They put their creativity to the test and came back with beautiful sculpture pieces. These pieces were judged by 4-H Science, […]
4-H & FFA members prepared all year long to showcase their dogs Monday night July 17th at the Southern Iowa Fair. Exhibitors showed their dogs obedience, agility, and handling skills. The judges were Nancy Crabtree and Ashley Wenke. The 4-H Dog Exhibitors were “paws-itively” amazing and deserve a “round of A-Paws.” Prizes and ribbons are […]
