
(Knoxville, IA, 7/8/24) For years, McKay Group has been more than just an insurance agency, with a commitment to protecting individuals and businesses as their own. Established in 1946, McKay Group has stood alongside its clients for generations, providing comprehensive solutions tailored to their unique needs. At the heart of McKay Group’s mission is a […]
Jul 14 2024 | Posted in
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by Robin Opsahl, Iowa Capital Dispatch July 11, 2024 Two Iowa Democratic congressional candidates, Christina Bohannan and Sarah Corkery, called Thursday for President Joe Biden to leave the 2024 presidential race. Bohannan, who is running against U.S. Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks for Iowa’s 1st District in the Nov. 5 general election, said in a statement that “America […]

By: Jerry Mackey Oskaloosa, Iowa: Wednesday night was a very special night of racing and ceremonies as the Southern Iowa Speedway hosted Kids night presented by Middlekoop Seeds and Dickey Transport with all kids receiving prizes from Griffiths 10G Racing and Scharkey Frame. In addition during intermission the 2024 Southern Iowa Speedway Hall of Fame […]
Jul 12 2024 | Posted in
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BUSSEY – Every head coach needs a positive and supportive assistant. North Mahaska’s Kevin Kelderman has that in Zach Anderson. Anderson said Tuesday night there was no way the Warhawks were going to lose to Twin Cedars. He was right as NM scored a 3-2 victory and advanced to the district final Saturday night. “I […]

BUSSEY – Every head coach needs a positive and supportive assistant. North Mahaska’s Kevin Kelderman has that in Zach Anderson. Anderson said Tuesday night there was no way the Warhawks were going to lose to Twin Cedars. He was right as NM scored a 3-2 victory and advanced to the district final Saturday night. “I […]

Mark Scholes July 28, 1979 – July 9, 2024 Oskaloosa, Iowa | Age 44 Mark Scholes, 44, of Oskaloosa, Iowa, passed away on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, in a tragic swimming accident while on vacation with his family in Ludington, Michigan. Mark Timothy Scholes was born on July 28, 1979, to Gary H. and Carrie […]
Jul 11 2024 | Posted in
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WASHINGTON DC — Today, the Wall Street Journal reported that the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) plans to sue the nation’s three largest Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) over inflated insulin prices. This report comes after Dr. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, a strong advocate for PBM reform, raised these concerns yesterday in a Energy & Commerce Committee hearing with […]
Jul 10 2024 | Posted in
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NEW SHARON – North Mahaska softball coach Mark Schroeder is not a fan of one-run games. He has reason to be leery of them. His Warhawks have played eight of them and won only two. The second came Monday in the opening round of the Class 1A Region 5 tournament when the Warhawks rallied for […]

OSKALOOSA, IA – The Oskaloosa community is mourning the loss of Mark Scholes, the principal of Oskaloosa Middle School, who tragically passed away in a swimming accident in Lake Michigan. Scholes was on vacation with his family when the incident occurred at Ludington State Park. According to reports from WZZM13 and Manistee News, Scholes was […]
Jul 10 2024 | Posted in
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One of Mahaska County’s favorite celebrations is right around the corner! Bring your family and friends to Sweet Corn Serenade located in downtown Oskaloosa on Thursday, July 25! This year’s festivities include a craft and vendor show, the Farm Bureau Kids’ Zone complete with many fun family activities, including a scavenger hunt around the Square […]
Jul 10 2024 | Posted in
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