Appointment builds upon Law’s longstanding commitment to rural Iowa, community leadership and access to justice Kathy Law Appointed by Governor Kim Reynolds to Empower Rural Iowa Initiative IOWA — Iowa attorney and Law on a Gravel Road founder Kathy Law has been appointed by Governor Kim Reynolds to serve as a member of the Empower […]
OSKALOOSA, Iowa — Oskaloosa Main Street is accepting entries for its annual Young Ambassadors Contest, giving area children an opportunity to represent the community during this year’s Christmas celebrations. The contest is open to children ages three through kindergarten. The contest will select one boy and one girl as Oskaloosa’s Young Ambassadors, with winners announced […]
by Cami Koons, Iowa Capital Dispatch October 7, 2026 Weather patterns across Iowa, influenced by an abnormally strong El Nino pattern, will likely impact fall nutrient applications for farmers, according to weather and crop scientists in the state. Climatologist for the state of Iowa Justin Glisan said Wednesday on a webinar hosted by the Iowa […]
OSKALOOSA, Iowa — Five-year Title III initiative will expand first-year advising, modernize digital infrastructure, reduce learning costs, and strengthen work-based experiences. The U.S. Department of Education has awarded William Penn University a five-year, $2.1 million grant through the federal Title III, Part A, Strengthening Institutions Program (SIP). Through its Building Pathways to Persistence initiative, the […]
by Cami Koons, Iowa Capital Dispatch October 6, 2026 PRAIRIE CITY – The U.S. Department of Agriculture launched a program Tuesday to increase research and sequencing of the country’s seed collection and announced it was “strengthening” its agreement with the Justice Department to investigate competition in the seed industry. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins made […]
OSKALOOSA, Iowa – Mahaska County Conservation is hosting two fall events at the Evelyn Access Campground: an evening campfire program on Iowa wildlife and, later this month, the popular Halloween Bash. Laura DeCook, conservation naturalist for Mahaska County, said the first event, Campfire and Creatures, will take place on Friday, October 9, from 7 to […]
OSKALOOSA, Iowa — Oskaloosa Main Street is inviting businesses, organizations, families, and community members to participate in the annual Lighted Christmas Parade, scheduled for Saturday, December 5th, 2026, at 7 p.m. in downtown Oskaloosa. This year’s parade will feature the theme “Winter Wonderland: Let It Glow – Making Memories That Shine Bright,” bringing decorated floats, […]
Mahaska Health invites community members in Oskaloosa and surrounding areas to attend an evening of health information, fellowship, food, and community. The annual Women’s Health Night recognizes Breast Cancer Awareness Month each October. This year’s event will take place on Tuesday, October 13, from 5 to 8 pm at Gateway Church in Oskaloosa. Pre-registration is […]
On Monday, November 2nd, Oskaloosa High School students will perform at the George Daily Auditorium as part of the school’s first-trimester choir concert. The Oskaloosa High School Concert Choir and Chamber Choir will begin performing at 7 p.m. Chris Weinreich, the choir director, said the students have put in a lot of effort preparing for […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Losing weight isn’t simply a matter of sticking to a diet or starting an exercise program, since health conditions, stress, sleep, mental health, and daily habits can all affect the process. The Medical Weight Loss Clinic run by Mahaska Health provides professional assistance to those who have had difficulty losing weight on […]
