OSKALOOSA, Iowa — A recent encounter between an Oskaloosa Police Department officer and a First Amendment auditor has drawn national praise after a video of the incident was posted to YouTube. Officer John Plumb, a K9 officer with the department, was recognized for his calm and professional handling of the situation after responding to a […]
City Council Moves Forward on Key Projects, Recognizes Service at May 19 Meeting Oskaloosa, Iowa – May 20, 2025 – The Oskaloosa City Council convened on Monday evening, May 19, for a full agenda that included infrastructure funding, community partnerships, and the recognition of outgoing leadership. Among the financial approvals, the council authorized a $147,766.42 […]
The Mahaska County Conservation Board has officially broken ground on a new Nature Playscape project, a unique and interactive outdoor play area designed to connect children and families with nature. Located on the west side of the Environmental Learning Center (ELC), this multi-featured landscape is expected to be completed by mid-September, weather permitting. The Nature […]
The Mahaska County Board of Supervisors met Monday, May 19, 2025, covering a broad agenda that included finalizing a budget amendment, discussing changes in county insurance coverage, and reviewing infrastructure and contract updates. The board opened with standard approvals of the agenda and the minutes from the May 5 meeting. A scheduled public hearing was […]
Mahaska County Deputy Sheriff David Wilke and his K9 partner Rocco recently brought home recognition from the annual Dogs for Law Enforcement (DLE) certification seminar in Independence, Iowa. The duo placed second in the 2025 Midwest Iowa Narcotics Sniff-Off, a timed competition held as part of the larger recertification and training event for K9 teams. […]
OSKALOOSA, Iowa — Oskaloosa High School held its commencement ceremony Sunday, May 18, graduating 132 students in the Class of 2025. The ceremony opened with the national anthem and a welcome from school administrators. Principal Jeff Kirby and Superintendent Dr. Mike Fisher addressed the audience, acknowledging the class’s persistence and performance over the past four […]
PELLA, Iowa — With a reduced roster due to scheduling conflicts, the Oskaloosa boys track and field team still delivered solid performances Monday night at the Little Dutch Invitational hosted by Pella High School. Many team members were also involved in a fine arts concert back in Oskaloosa, which led to a unique dynamic where […]
Oskaloosa’s alleys have transformed over the past few years from simple pedestrian passageways into vibrant, community-driven spaces, largely fueled by the vision of local advocates and the hands-on efforts of volunteers. Trolley Stop Alley and The Alley have become cornerstones of downtown revitalization and community gathering, reflecting both creativity and grassroots cooperation. A Brief History […]
The Oskaloosa High School boys tennis team made the long trip to Camanche on Saturday to compete in their Class 1A Substate team match against the #3 seeded Davenport Assumption. Facing off in cold and gusty conditions, the Indians played hard but ultimately fell 5-0 to the powerful Assumption squad, bringing their 2025 season to […]
OSKALOOSA, Iowa — Oskaloosa High School honored its top academic performers, leaders, and scholarship recipients during its 2025 Academic Awards Night. The event recognized students across multiple grade levels for outstanding academic achievement, character, leadership, and community involvement. National Honor Society & Academic Letter Winners These students have demonstrated excellence in scholarship, service, leadership, and […]
