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Oskaloosa, IA – School bus safety is a critical issue for law enforcement in Oskaloosa, Iowa, according to Oskaloosa Police Chief Ben Boeke. In an interview, Boeke provided insights into the common violations drivers commit when approaching school buses, the legal requirements for drivers, and the penalties for failing to stop when a bus is […]
Oct 6 2024 | Posted in
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By: Jerry Mackey Oskaloosa, Iowa: The Southern Iowa Speedway is set to host the final racing event of the 2024 season as the Musco Lighting Fall Challenge will bring the season to an end with two big nights of racing action, Friday and Saturday, October 11th and 12th. Two complete shows will be run with […]
Oct 6 2024 | Posted in
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DUBUQUE- After earning a draw in their first conference match, the Central College men’s soccer team rebounded well getting a 2-1 win on the road against the University of Dubuque. “We are really pleased with the result today,” coach Garry Laidlaw said. “Our guys were committed until the end of the match. After a first […]
Oct 5 2024 | Posted in
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DUBUQUE- Facing a stout defense the Central College women’s soccer team was shut out against the University of Dubuque losing 1-0. The Dutch (7-5, 0-2 American Rivers) were held to only one corner kick in the match and were only able to fire five shots on goal. Grace Coates (senior, Marion) led the team in […]
Oct 5 2024 | Posted in
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CORYDON – North Mahaska faced its fourth opponent of the season on their homecoming night. The Warhawks travelled to Corydon to take on the Wayne Falcons using a make-shift lineup due to injuries. Wayne scored twice in the first half and held off a Warhawk rally to win 14-9. North Mahaska senior quarterback Lucas Nunnikhoven […]
WILLIAMSBURG – North Mahaska did not score as high in the races as they have been but the cross country runners did perform well. Four of the personal bests came from the girls’ team and the boys scored two season bests. Junior high runner Jade DeBoef also record a personal best. The teams competed at […]
MONTEZUMA – It took four sets against a determined Montezuma squad, but North Mahaska’s volleyball team reigned supreme 3-1 Monday. The Warhawks won on Monte’s floor, 25-11, 25-19, 23-25, 25-14. The victory sets up a match against the other undefeated South Iowa Cedar League team, Belle Plaine Thursday at North Mahaska. First year head coach […]
DES MOINES, Iowa (Sept. 30, 2024) – 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 […]
Sep 30 2024 | Posted in
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The aggressive actions of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) pose an undeniable threat to our national security. Last year, when a Chinese spy balloon flew over the nation’s airspace garnering national news attention, Chinese-state intelligence operations rose to the forefront of national security discussions. While Beijing’s influence operations are not always as obvious, they are […]
Sep 30 2024 | Posted in
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OSKALOOSA, IOWA — Aspiring business owners, innovators, and dreamers will have a unique opportunity to turn their entrepreneurial visions into reality at the upcoming “Idea Lab” event. Organized in partnership with the Mahaska Chamber and Development Group and the Center on Rural Innovation (CORI), this exciting initiative aims to foster a thriving entrepreneurial community in […]
Sep 26 2024 | Posted in
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