Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is hosting the seventh annual “Growing Season” webinar series at multiple locations across Iowa during June, July and August. Gardeners will learn about benefits of shade in landscape, tree problems and native garden insects. This series is offered by the Iowa Master Gardener program and is open to all […]
The 2015-2016 academic year has come to a close for area schools, whose teachers and administrators are reflecting upon the many successes of students and staff members. One school which is reporting a definitive success with its piloted Pre-Kindergarten program is Oskaloosa Christian School. The Board of Directors envisioned a kindergarten program which would meet […]
MAHASKA COUNTY – Mahaska Health Partnership welcomes Nurse Practitioner Bryon Bellinger, ARNP-C, as our newest Hospitalist provider. “We began our Hospitalist program in 2013 and it has greatly enhanced outcomes for our patients,” Hospitalist Medical Director Anne Whitis, MD, said. “As we have adapted the program for MHP, we have adjusted our staffing to include […]
The Oskaloosa Music Festival is hosting 12 FREE public events in 2 weeks! Here is the complete event listing that is sure to have something for everyone. http://www.oskaloosamusicfestival.com/ WEEK 1: MAHASKA MASTERWORKS – JUNE 1-4 1. Picnic Concert On the Square Wednesday, June 1st – 12pm-1pm 2. Smokey Row Jam Smokey Row Wednesday, June 1st […]
Iowans encouraged to visit a strawberry grower or shop at a farmers market to enjoy these fresh, delicious treats DES MOINES – Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Bill Northey today said that strawberry growers across the state are starting to welcome customers and expect prime picking season in early June. In many parts of the state, […]
FSI Advocates for Main Street Americans’ Access to Objective, Affordable Financial Advice OSKALOOSA, IOWA – Local financial advisor Brian Fitzpatrick, of Raymond James Financial Services, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC / Fitzpatrick Financial Services, Inc., an independent firm, announced he has become a member of the Financial Services Institute (FSI) in Washington, D.C. FSI advocates for Main […]
Polish up those golf clubs and get ready to tee off for the Second Annual Floyd White Memorial Golf Tournament, scheduled for June 4. The tournament honors the late Floyd White, who was an avid golfer, and is sponsored by the Mahaska County Agency on Aging (MCAA), where his wife, Margaret, served on the board […]
MAHASKA COUNTY – Every American will be affected or impacted by mental illness sometime in their life. With May as Mental Health Month, Mahaska Health Partnership encourages everyone to understand what types of mental illnesses are out there and how to help those suffering get help. According to the National Alliance of Mental Illness (NAMI), […]
MAHASKA COUNTY – Mahaska Health Partnership recently welcomed Kim Rutledge, ARNP-BC, to a fulltime role in the Medical Group Walk-In. Rutledge has worked at MHP for the past five years but has more than 20 years experience as a nurse. “I have a passion for nursing and a strong desire to help others,” Rutledge explained. […]
Memorial Day Ceremony May 30, 2016 Eddyville, IA Highland Cemetery 10:30am Guest Speaker is Sergeant Major Matt Doty Bring lawn chairs or blankets If inclement weather, ceremony will be at the high school
