Oskaloosa, Iowa – Another swan at Forest Cemetery was found this week, struggling to survive with what appears to be some sort of adhesive sprayed on its bill area. The adhesive makes it difficult for the birds to eat, and to breathe, causing other problems, and necessitating veterinary care in order to save the birds. […]
The Oskaooosa Indians seemed to struggle through a slow start to overcome a tough Mt. Pleasant team on Friday night. Oskaloosa Football Head Coach Jake Jenkins said that it was a “hard fought battle in the first half. Mt. Pleasant did a good job.” “We threw an interception for a touchdown that hurt us right […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Ice cream sandwich or dream bar? The music could be heard a block a way as the old 1967 Ford pickup truck with an ice cream storage unit on the back made its way into the parking lot of Mahaska Health Partnership. The two people that jumped out of that Ford had […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Oskaloosa Police Chief Jake McGee accepted a $5,000 check from the Southeast Iowa Regional Board of Realtors on Monday, September 11, 2017, on behalf of the Iowa Realtor Foundation. Barbara Kerr with the Southeast Iowa Regional Board of Realtors helped secure the grant and presented Oskaloosa Police Chief with a check in […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Town Square Dental on the square in Oskaloosa, Iowa will be holding an open house on September 21st beginning at 5pm and going until 7pm. For those attending the homecoming parade, arrive early and take the opportunity to tour the remodeled buildings, that feature historic tin ceilings and an amazing wall covered […]
New Sharon, Iowa – Iowans are hooked on 5k’s and the challenge they provide. Each person competing against their own personal bests, while also being challenged by others. The second annual Mammoth Run adds to that challenge by having participants not only take on themselves and others, but also Mother Nature. Extreme hills, water and […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Tom Flaherty has been hired to lead the Mahaska County Development Group (MCDG), and will be an integral part of the unifying presence that is desired by community leaders. That unifying of efforts was highlighted by creating Mahaska Development Partners as the umbrella for a public, private effort to grow the Mahaska […]
New Sharon, Iowa – A 40-year-old male was slightly injured on Monday evening while working on a power substation that is connected to the wind farm. The substation is located near 147th Street and Irvine Avenue near New Sharon. The male came into contact with a live wire that was carrying an estimated 22,000 volts […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – William Penn held its Fall Convocation this week at the George Daily Auditorium in Oskaloosa. Two people shared the secrets that helped them be successful in the two different roles they play in life. Four-Star General Tommy Franks (Ret.) and Musco CEO Joe Crookham spoke to the overflowing crowd, in a fashion […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The damage from Hurricane Harvey was extensive across Texas. Record rainfall took place as the tropical storm stalled over the state, dumping over four feet of rain in some places. The winds destroyed many homes and businesses south of flooded Houston, and the state reached out to the world for help. Last […]
