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Oskaloosa Officers Save Lives In Two Separate Calls

Oskaloosa, Iowa – When the call for medical help comes in, oftentimes, police officers are the first individuals on the scene. A photo posted on the Oskaloosa Police Department Facebook page gave a face to one of those lifesaving efforts. A couple of years ago, we shared the lifesaving efforts of first responders to save […]

Task Force Sweep Nets Two Individuals

Mid-Iowa Narcotics Enforcement Task Force

An Oskaloosa Police Department Press Release On February 18, 2020, members of the MINE (Mid Iowa Narcotics Enforcement) Task Force were investigating open cases in and around Oskaloosa. During this time, two people were taken into custody. Jesse Leon Samuel Walt, 36, of Des Moines, was arrested on active felony warrants for violation of probation […]

Llama, Llama Live Comes To George Daily

'George' is an original musical depicting George Daily, and was performed for the second time in honor of the George Daily Auditorium's 20th Anniversary.

Oskaloosa, Iowa – A family-friendly production is set to hit the stage at George Daily Auditorium on February 25th, 2020, as Llama Llama Live comes to life. Showtime is at 7 pm. Allison McGuire, with the George Daily Auditorium, says that even though no live llamas will be on stage, the stage will come to […]

Daisy Goes To New York

Oskaloosa, Iowa – For many people, their pet is another member of their family. Austin Summers and his dog Daisy are off to New York and the Today Show to show just how special of a dog Daisy is. A contest promoted on the Today Show wanted individuals to share why their dog is special. […]

Mahaska County Grand Jury Hands Down Indictments

Mahaska County Courthouse

Oskaloosa, Iowa – A Mahaska County Grand Jury handed down six total indictments for each accused individual in connection to a fire that claimed the life of 7-year-old David Fogle in February of 2019. The indictments are against David Fogle’s father, Ronald Fogle, and Kabal Chauhan. Both are facing three counts each of neglect or […]

Oskaloosa News Recap – February 16, 2020

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We offer links to some of our stories and videos from the past week to help you find what you are looking for. Eggs and Issues – February 8th, 2020 [Video Only] BBQ-4-Badges Has Some Changes For 2020 Students Learn Of Internship Opportunities Pay Crime Victims First, Not Private Debt Collectors Reynolds Stops In Iowa […]

Penn Experiencing Growth Through Opportunity

William Penn Athletics

Oskaloosa, Iowa – William Penn University has been finding a way to beat the trend and grow enrollment, while many small colleges struggle and close. We spoke with William Penn Athletics Director Nik Rule about what the school is doing to grow and thrive while impacting the Oskaloosa community in many positive ways. Whether it […]

Mahaska Landfill Director Resigns

Mahaska County Courthouse

Oskaloosa, Iowa – The Director of the Mahaska County Landfill has tendered his resignation to the Mahaska County Solid Waste Commission effective February 13, 2020. The agenda for the Commission under new business had “Vote for termination of Steve Thomas as Landfill Manager and subsequent actions for interim and long-term backfill of the position.” “Our […]

One Killed Another Injured In Morning Accident Near Fremont

Mahaska County Sheriff's Department

Fremont, Iowa – The Iowa State Patrol says that one person, Mallory Kate Johnston, was killed and her sister, Madelynn Brooke Johnston, was injured in a morning crash along Highway 23 and the intersection of 310th Street. The accident was called in at 8:58 am, on Saturday, February 15th, 2020. The report states that the […]

Mahaska Health Chats Corona Virus

Oskaloosa, Iowa – Oskaloosa News met up with Mahaska Health’s General Surgeon Dr. Tim Breon to talk about the Corona Virus and what impact the virus may be having. Mahaska County may seem far removed from the Corona Virus, which is now called COVID-19, but there are individuals and companies that have connections to China […]

           

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