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Oskaloosa to Host Inaugural “No Limits Truck Show” at Southern Iowa Fairgrounds

No Limits Truck Show

OSKALOOSA, Iowa — A new event is set to bring truck enthusiasts, families, and community members together at the Southern Iowa Fairgrounds on June 28–29 for the inaugural No Limits Truck Show, hosted by Brett DeBruin and his team at Outer Limits Truck Repair. The two-day event, which is free to the public, will feature […]

Operation Midnight Hammer: U.S. Airstrike Obliterates Iranian Nuclear Sites in Unprecedented Global Mission

United States Air Force B2 Spirit. (Imagery captured by a USAF Exchange Pilot)

In a bold and highly coordinated overnight airstrike, the United States military, under direct orders from President Donald Trump, launched a precision attack on three of Iran’s most fortified nuclear facilities—Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan—marking the largest deployment of stealth bombers since the early days of the War on Terror and the first-ever combat use of […]

BBQ for Badges Brings Community Together in Support of First Responders

The BBQ Team 'Meat Sweats' prepares their food for the judges at Saturday's competition.

OSKALOOSA, Iowa — The 2025 edition of BBQ for Badges once again brought crowds, camaraderie, and competition to downtown Oskaloosa, all in support of area first responders. Held on the historic town square, the annual event featured dozens of BBQ teams competing for top honors while raising funds and awareness for the extra needs of […]

Cancer Diagnosis Didn’t Stop Sereg from Getting Back in the Seat for Mahaska Ride

Phil Sereg at the 2025 Mahaska Health Tractor Ride.

OSKALOOSA, Iowa — Community members gathered once again for Mahaska Health’s 6th Annual Men’s Health Event and Tractor Ride on June 21, an event that blends rural tradition with a focus on preventative care for men. Among the returning participants this year was Phil Sereg, who had missed the previous ride after being diagnosed with […]

March 1862 Election Revisited: Oskaloosa Once Elected a Woman as Mayor—But It Wasn’t What It Seemed

"The Old Brick" owned by Tara Rozenboom was one of the homes on the 2013 Tour of Homes.

Did Oskaloosa, Iowa, Elect The First Woman To Political Office? OSKALOOSA, Iowa — In one of the most unusual and little-known moments in local political history, a woman named Nancy Smith was elected mayor of Oskaloosa during a municipal election in 1862—but declined to serve. The event, while initially treated as a joke, remains one […]

Oskaloosa City Council Considers Downtown Revitalization Projects and Fiscal Planning

Oskaloosa City Hall

OSKALOOSA, Iowa — The Oskaloosa City Council met on June 16, 2025, for a regular session filled with infrastructure, fiscal, and personnel decisions impacting the community. The meeting began with the formal swearing-in of Andy Holmberg, who assumed the role of At-Large City Council Member, having been appointed earlier this month. A large portion of […]

Mahaska County Board of Supervisors Advance Key Agreements During June 16 Meeting

Mahaska County Courthouse

OSKALOOSA, Iowa — The Mahaska County Board of Supervisors convened on Monday, June 16, 2025, approving several items ranging from intergovernmental agreements to insurance renewals and committee appointments. The meeting took place in the third-floor conference room of the Mahaska County Courthouse and was live-streamed for public access. Law Enforcement Center Agreement with City of […]

“No Kings” Protest in Oskaloosa Draws Regional Support Amid National Unrest

Demonstrators gather across multiple levels at the “No Kings” protest in Oskaloosa on June 14, 2025, with participants lining the pedestrian bridge near William Penn University and filling the surrounding hillside to display signs and call for the protection of democratic norms. (photo by Chad Farner)

OSKALOOSA, Iowa (June 14, 2025) — Amid escalating tensions over national protests and a wave of political violence, Saturday’s “No Kings” gathering in Oskaloosa highlighted both local discontent and a disturbing connection to recent murders of elected officials in Minnesota. The demonstration took place on the pedestrian bridge near William Penn University, drawing members of the Mahaska […]

Air-Cooled Antiques Return to Oskaloosa for Nostalgic Gathering

Attendees at the Air Cooled Antiques of Iowa car show in Oskaloosa take a closer look at a vibrant green Volkswagen bus—one of several vintage air-cooled vehicles showcased during the nostalgic gathering at Rock Island Tap.

OSKALOOSA, Iowa — The Rock Island Tap served as the nostalgic backdrop for the return of the “Air Cooled Antiques of Iowa” car show on Saturday, reviving memories and engines alike as classic air-cooled vehicles stole the show at the Rock Island Tap with personality and charm. Originally held in 2013 at the same location, […]

BBQ 4 Badges Returns for Its 8th Year: Smokin’ Good Food, Big Support for Local First Responders

Team 'Meat Sweats' during BBQ4Badges 2021.

OSKALOOSA, Iowa — The smell of smoked meats will once again fill the air around the Oskaloosa Square as the 8th Annual BBQ 4 Badges takes place on Saturday, June 21, in support of Mahaska County’s emergency responders. The grassroots event, led by organizer Wyndell Campbell, has grown into a beloved community tradition, drawing in […]

             

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