August 2024 - Page 8 of 8 - Oskaloosa News

Oskaloosa Faces Mounting Financial Strain Over Unpaid 911 Service Bills

The City of Oskaloosa will soon be approximately 1 million dollars in the hold to 911 if their bill isn't paid soon.

Oskaloosa, Iowa—The City of Oskaloosa is grappling with a significant financial challenge as its unpaid balance for Mahaska County 911 services continues to grow. Despite a recent payment of $237,703 to the Mahaska County 911 Board, the city’s outstanding debt has increased to $860,305.12, raising concerns about the fiscal responsibility and stability of essential emergency […]

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Youth Theatre Celebrates 25th Anniversary with Epic Production of The Hobbit

The George Daily Auditorium will come to life with the production of "The Hobbit" starting tonight, August 1st. (photo courtesy George Daily Auditorium)

Oskaloosa, IA – The George Daily Auditorium is abuzz with excitement as it hosts a grand community-wide production of J.R.R. Tolkien’s beloved classic, The Hobbit. This performance marks a significant milestone, celebrating 25 years of the Youth Theatre program. Scheduled to run from August 1-3 at 7:00 PM and August 4 at 2:00 PM, this […]