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Oskaloosa, Iowa – Indian Hills President Matt Thompson was in Oskaloosa recently, answering questions about the college’s bond initiative and what it would mean for area students, employers, and taxpayers. Oskaloosa News sat down with Thompson looking for information about the bond and what it would help the college achieve. In Ottumwa, the fine […]
Oct 17 2021 | Posted in
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Oskaloosa, Iowa – A press release from Mahaska Health on October 7th, 2021, indicated that Kevin DeRonde, CEO of Mahaska Health, had resigned from his position. Thursday, October 14th, an agenda was posted for the hospital board for Friday, October 15th, at noon. That single action item stated, “Revote to Reinstate Kevin DeRonde as […]
Oct 15 2021 | Posted in
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Oskaloosa, Iowa – The Oskaloosa School Board met Tuesday night, where they voted on their return to learn plan. In that original plan, there was no mask mandidate for the school district. After comments from parents highlighting their reasons for or against masks, the board voted 6-1 in favor of leaving the plan in place […]
Oct 12 2021 | Posted in
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Oskaloosa, Iowa – Oskaloosa teenager Deacon Cox felt inspired by his teacher to find a way to help the world out in the wake of September 11th. Along with assistance from his family, Deacon reached out to do yard work and other tasks for donations. His mother, Nolie Rust, offered to help make enchiladas, and […]
Oct 10 2021 | Posted in
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Oskaloosa, Iowa – Many kids grow up imagining they are in a big red truck, rushing across town to battle a fire or save a life. On Saturday, the Oskaloosa Fire Department opened its doors to allow kids and their families a chance to see those big red trucks, talk with firefighters, and learn more […]
Oct 9 2021 | Posted in
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A Mahaska Health Press Release Kevin DeRonde has resigned as CEO of Oskaloosa, Iowa-based Mahaska Health. Mr. DeRonde joined Mahaska Health as CEO in February 2018 after serving at the helm of Des Moines Orthopedic Surgeons, since 2012. CFO Gene Williamson will serve as interim CEO until a permanent replacement is found.
Oct 7 2021 | Posted in
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Montezuma, Iowa – The State Medical Examiner was working a scene north of Montezuma near Ewart Road and 110th St. Division of Criminal Investigation Assistant Director Mitch Mortvedt spoke with the press on Thursday afternoon after a farmer had reported what he believed were human remains. The Poweshiek County Sheriff’s Office responded and confirmed what […]
Sep 30 2021 | Posted in
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Mahaska County, Iowa – In a small private campground between Leighton and New Sharon, a group of people continue the process of making sorghum syrup. The crop is planted and grown on the two-acre plot, and in the fall, before the first frost, a group of individuals gather to harvest and then press the sorghum, […]
Sep 29 2021 | Posted in
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Oskaloosa, Iowa – Oskaloosa City Manager Michael Schrock has resigned from his position and will be taking a position as Assistant City Manager with the city of Ankeny. In his formal letter of resignation, Schrock set October 27th, 2021, as his final day with the city of Oskaloosa. He will begin his new position on […]
Sep 28 2021 | Posted in
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Quincy, Ill.– The Statesmen men’s golf team competed in the Culver-Stockton Wildcat Classic hosted at Spring Lake Country Club Sunday and Monday. Spring Lake Country Club is an 18-hole private golf course that plays around 6,500 yards and features a par-72 layout. The Statesmen concluded the tournament with a two-round total of 668 (337-331) and […]
Sep 28 2021 | Posted in
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