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Oskaloosa, IA – The Oskaloosa Community School District (OCSD) is taking significant steps to enhance its educational infrastructure and improve student attendance. In a recent board meeting, the district discussed the proposed issuance of $5.5 million in School Infrastructure Sales Services and Use Tax Revenue Bonds, as well as updates to the district’s attendance policy […]
Aug 1 2024 | Posted in
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Oskaloosa, IA – On August 3rd, the vibrant town of Oskaloosa will be abuzz with excitement as Central Empire Wrestling (CEW) brings live professional wrestling to the heart of the city at the Penn Central Mall. This thrilling event marks a significant milestone for CEW, which has been an integral part of the Oskaloosa community […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – After decades of planning and anticipation, the Southeast Connector Project, designed to enhance connectivity and traffic flow around Oskaloosa, is finally moving towards realization. The project aims to connect Highway 63 on Oskaloosa’s south side to Highway 23, alleviating congestion on 15th and 17th Avenues and improving access to the city’s industrial […]
Aug 1 2024 | Posted in
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Oskaloosa, Iowa—The City of Oskaloosa is grappling with a significant financial challenge as its unpaid balance for Mahaska County 911 services continues to grow. Despite a recent payment of $237,703 to the Mahaska County 911 Board, the city’s outstanding debt has increased to $860,305.12, raising concerns about the fiscal responsibility and stability of essential emergency […]
Aug 1 2024 | Posted in
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Oskaloosa, IA – The George Daily Auditorium is abuzz with excitement as it hosts a grand community-wide production of J.R.R. Tolkien’s beloved classic, The Hobbit. This performance marks a significant milestone, celebrating 25 years of the Youth Theatre program. Scheduled to run from August 1-3 at 7:00 PM and August 4 at 2:00 PM, this […]
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The Oskaloosa Community School District held its regular Board meeting on July 16, 2024, at the George Daily Auditorium. The meeting commenced at 7:00 PM with a series of significant discussions and decisions impacting the district. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance President Charlie Comfort initiated the meeting, leading the Pledge of Allegiance. This […]
Jul 17 2024 | Posted in
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OSKALOOSA, IA — The City of Oskaloosa’s Historic Preservation Commission will convene on July 19, 2024, at 12:00 PM in the City Council Chambers at City Hall, located at 220 S. Market Street. One of the primary items on the agenda is the consideration of an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness submitted by Carl […]
Jul 17 2024 | Posted in
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Oskaloosa, IA — In a time when convenience and efficiency are paramount, Sara Roach has stepped up to fill a unique niche in Oskaloosa with her innovative business, Sara’s Quickie Delivery. Founded in January 2023, this local delivery service has quickly grown, providing residents with an alternative to larger delivery platforms. Sara Roach, the driving […]
Jul 17 2024 | Posted in
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OSKALOOSA, Iowa – In a closely contested vote, the Oskaloosa City Council has decided to extend the contract of City Manager Amal Eltahir. The decision was finalized during the council meeting held on July 15, with a 4-3 vote in favor of the extension. The vote saw council members Bob Drost, Janet Hermsen, Joe Caligiuri, […]
Jul 16 2024 | Posted in
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Oskaloosa, IA – Mahaska County has launched an innovative program for dog owners at the end of June 2024, inspired by the National Parks’ BARK Ranger initiative. Valinn McReynolds spearheaded the local adaptation after experiencing the program in Hot Springs National Park. The BARK Ranger program, originally designed to promote responsible pet ownership in national […]
Jul 15 2024 | Posted in
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