OSKALOOSA, Iowa — Senator Chuck Grassley paid a visit to Mahaska County this week, addressing a small group of local media and constituents with a broad overview of national policy issues currently impacting Iowans. The discussion covered trade, agriculture, energy policy, tax reform, and the future of federal safety nets like Medicaid. A recurring theme […]
OSKALOOSA, Iowa — The Oskaloosa Community School District Board of Directors met Tuesday evening in a special session to consider filling the vacancy left by the resignation of former board president Charlie Comfort, who stepped down on May 14. Two community members—Sharma Parlett and Scott Van Veldhuizen—were nominated by board members during the meeting. The […]
Mahaska County residents recently had a unique opportunity to purchase native Iowa plants through a fundraising sale organized by the Mahaska County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD). Held at the Environmental Learning Center and the Oskaloosa Farmers Market, the sale featured more than 20 varieties of flowering plants and grasses at just $3 each. […]
OSKALOOSA, Iowa — With Memorial Day approaching, members of the American Legion Auxiliary have been stationed outside Fareway, Mahaska Drug, and Hy-Vee in Oskaloosa, offering symbolic red poppies in exchange for free-will donations. This annual initiative helps fund vital programs that serve veterans and their families across Mahaska County. The red poppy, a powerful emblem […]
Oskaloosa will honor those who gave their lives in military service on Monday, May 26, with its annual Memorial Day observance. Activities will begin with the parade at 9:30 a.m.beginning at the American Legion Post, followed by the Memorial Day service at 10:00 a.m. at Forest Cemetery. The community is invited to attend a meal […]
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. […]
