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OSKALOOSA, Iowa — The Oskaloosa girls track and field team competed Tuesday night at the Osky Relays, taking advantage of a break in the weather to turn in a strong performance with three first-place finishes. Rain held off long enough for most of the meet to be completed before conditions worsened later in the evening. […]

OSKALOOSA, Iowa — The Oskaloosa boys track and field team competed Thursday night at the 98th Osky Relays, battling through rainy conditions while continuing to show improvement early in the season. Rain fell on and off throughout the meet, with heavier rain arriving during the final events. Despite the weather, the Indians were able to […]

ALBIA, Iowa — The Oskaloosa varsity boys golf team opened its season Monday at Albia Country Club, turning in a solid early performance while gaining experience for the rest of the year. Linus Morrison led the Indians with a round of 38, setting the pace for the team in its first meet of the season. […]

KNOXVILLE, Iowa — The Oskaloosa junior varsity boys golf team opened its with a meet in Knoxville, showing solid early progress despite cold conditions. The meet marked the first competition of the year for a group that includes many inexperienced players. Even with that in mind, the team delivered a steady performance and showed signs […]

Residents are invited to share ideas about the future of downtown Oskaloosa during a Community Input Session on March 30 at Bridget’s Public House. The meeting will include results from a recent community survey and discussions about housing, business growth, events, and other priorities for the coming years.
Mar 25 2026 | Posted in
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DES MOINES — The World Food Prize is based in Iowa, but former Iowa Governor and former U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack says many Iowans still do not fully understand what it is. “I think it’s the most important question you can ask and the most important observation you just made, which is that […]

Health providers say recognizing the warning signs and risk factors of heart disease can help save lives. Understanding differences in symptoms between men and women, knowing personal risk, and seeking early medical care are key steps in preventing heart emergencies.

OSKALOOSA — While screenings are critical, cardiology providers say everyday habits have an even greater long-term impact on heart health. Exercise, diet, sleep, stress management, and avoiding tobacco remain the foundation of prevention. Regular activity strengthens the heart and improves circulation. A common goal is at least 30 minutes of aerobic exercise five days a […]

OSKALOOSA — February is American Heart Month, and cardiology providers at Mahaska Health are urging residents to treat it as a wake-up call. Heart disease continues to be the leading cause of death in the United States, and providers say many of those deaths are preventable with early screening and healthier daily habits. Heart Month […]

Mahaska County, Iowa – Dry grass and strong winds are creating dangerous fire conditions across Iowa as spring begins. Fire officials say this time of year is one of the easiest times for outdoor fires to get out of control, even when no burn ban is in place. The Iowa State Fire Marshal warns that […]
Feb 17 2026 | Posted in
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