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Oskaloosa, Iowa – In a significant move towards enhanced public safety, the City of Oskaloosa and Mahaska County are considering a Joint PSAP Management Agreement. This arrangement paves the way for the consolidated operation of a 9-1-1 Public Safety Answering Point, being sold as boosting the efficiency and effectiveness of emergency dispatch services in the […]
Feb 3 2024 | Posted in
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Oskaloosa, Iowa — The latest ‘Coffee and Conversation’ event, a staple of Oskaloosa’s political discourse, witnessed a debate among state legislators over the proposed restructuring of the Area Education Agencies (AEAs). The discussion unfolded against the backdrop of Iowa’s impressive fiscal health, with a budget surplus and fully funded emergency funds. The event highlighted the […]
Jan 30 2024 | Posted in
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In a groundbreaking collaboration, the city of Oskaloosa, Mahaska County Conservation, and Iowa State University College of Design Lab are joining forces. This partnership aims to develop a comprehensive plan that integrates all parks within the county and opportunities with what the community desires most. “The main purpose is to give us a focus on […]
Jan 29 2024 | Posted in
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OSKALOOSA, IA — The Oskaloosa City Council is approaching an idea to install speed cameras, particularly around school zones. In a recent statement, the Mayor of Oskaloosa emphasized that the city is primarily focused on collecting data to understand local traffic patterns. “We were approached by a company selling traffic cameras,” the Mayor explained, “They […]
Jan 23 2024 | Posted in
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In the early battleground of the 2024 Republican presidential primaries, former President Donald Trump and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis have emerged as the frontrunners in Mahaska County and across Iowa, according to the latest caucus results. The caucus results offer a glimpse into the evolving landscape of Republican politics and the party’s direction heading into […]
Jan 16 2024 | Posted in
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Oskaloosa, IA – As the presidential election season ramps up, Mahaska County Republicans are gearing up for a potentially large turnout at their upcoming caucus. The caucus, a crucial event in the presidential nomination process, is set to witness an influx of voters due to the significance of this election year. Voters are advised to […]
Jan 11 2024 | Posted in
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Mahaska County, Iowa – Residents of Mahaska County are facing a significant winter storm, with snowfall reports ranging from 9 to 11 inches and still accumulating. The National Weather Service forecasts the snow to gradually ease by the evening, with total accumulations possibly exceeding initial predictions, reaching as much as 14 inches in some areas. This […]
Jan 9 2024 | Posted in
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***The event has now been rescheduled for January 25th The Mahaska County Conservation Board is inviting the public to a crucial meeting on January 11, 2024, at the Environmental Learning Center in Oskaloosa, Iowa. This gathering, in collaboration with Iowa State University’s Community Design Lab, is a significant opportunity for community members to voice their […]
Jan 8 2024 | Posted in
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In a gesture of appreciation and community engagement, KIIC radio, under the leadership of Joe Milledge, has been pioneering a unique tradition known as “Blue Christmas” for the past eight years. This annual event is not just a tribute to local first responders but also a creative platform where officers swap their police radios for […]
Dec 22 2023 | Posted in
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OSKALOOSA, IA – In a ceremony held on Sunday, December 17th, at 2 pm, the Mahaska County Sheriff’s Office and the Mahaska County Sheriff’s Reserve Unit paid tribute to two of its longest-serving reserve deputies, Dennis Dursky and Verlan Uitermarkt, for their 50 years of service. The event, at the Mahaska County Environmental Learning Center, […]
Dec 18 2023 | Posted in
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