by Jonathan Shorman, Iowa Capital Dispatch April 27, 2026 The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday appeared likely to allow law enforcement to continue seeking warrants for the location history of cellphones near crime scenes, even as the justices wrestled with how far the government must go to protect Americans’ privacy. Some of the justices appeared […]
by Robin Opsahl, Iowa Capital Dispatch April 27, 2026 The Iowa House passed a “right to repair” bill with bipartisan support Monday that aims to ensure Iowa farmers can more easily repair their own agricultural equipment. House File 2763, passed 70-18, would require manufacturers of agricultural equipment to make documentation, parts, software, firmware and tools […]
Mahaska Health is inviting community members to attend a free public presentation and discussion focused on cancer trends and prevention in Mahaska County. This event, part of the statewide Cancer in Iowa: 99 Counties Project, will take place on Tuesday, May 12, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at Gateway Church in Oskaloosa, Iowa with an […]
OSKALOOSA — A local youth sports group is growing in Oskaloosa, adding new programs and putting in volunteer work to improve community spaces. Erica Silvers, who helps lead the local branch of the Youth Sports Foundation, said the group is focused on giving kids more chances to get involved in sports and activities. The organization, […]
PELLA — The Oskaloosa junior varsity boys golf teams returned to Bos Landen this week and showed big improvement during their second time playing the course this season. Osky JV1 finished with a team score of 182, showing much more consistency throughout the round. The Indians were led by John Coniglio with a 45. Colton […]
DES MOINES, Iowa (Apr. 27, 2026) – Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig commented on the Iowa Crop Progress and Condition Report released by the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service. The report is released weekly April through November. Additionally, the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship provides a weather summary each week during this […]
by Mike Comfort The start to the offseason of the Iowa League really began in August as Waterloo was sold for $500 to the owner of the St. Paul club. The sale was fortunate as Waterloo almost lost the franchise because of unpaid back pay. They had to raise $300 to pay salaries and keep […]
OSKALOOSA, Iowa – After years of evaluation and conversation, Oskaloosa Schools has found its next competitive home. Beginning in the 2028-29 school year, Oskaloosa will join the Southeast Conference, pending Oskaloosa School Board approval. This is a move district leaders say better aligns with the community, strengthens competition, and enhances the experience for student-athletes. The […]
Oskaloosa–Twists and turns and two mind-blowing finishes were delivered for Senior Day and the final afternoon of softball at the friendly confines of Penn Field as the William Penn softball team swept Mount Mercy in a Heart of America Athletic Conference doubleheader Saturday. The final day of softball at Penn Field could not have been […]
Oskaloosa–The William Penn softball regrouped after a disappointing opening game to gain not only a split of Friday’s Heart of America Athletic Conference doubleheader against Clarke, but also earn a spot in the league tournament. WPU (25-19, 16-10 Heart) dropped the first game 7-3, but rebounded for a 9-1 (5 innings) win in the nightcap. […]
