The emerald ash borer (EAB) is a small beetle that kills all species of ash trees, including green, white, black and blue. This federally regulated insect has been found in four Iowa counties and has the potential to spread across the state. There will be two informational meetings concerning the presence of emerald ash borer […]
In 2012 the entire nation saw the housing market begin to recover and, at the beginning of 2013, that trend was expected to continue. However, the improving economy and low interest rates contributed to the recovery accelerating at a faster pace than anticipated according to the National Association of Realtors®. Chris Roach, Broker at Oskaloosa’s […]
OskIowa chapter of People To People will meet Jan 18 at 12:30 PM in the Scheurman Room at Wm Penn’s Atkins student union for a lunch meeting and a “meet and greet” with the international students from Wm Penn. Lunch reservations need to be made to Twink Vatter (641) 673-7345 by 1/13. Anyone interesting in […]
OSKALOOSA, IA — Calling all kids! Auditions for Missoula Children’s Theatre’s production of Beauty Lou and the Country Beast, a western retelling of the classic Beauty and the Beast, will be held on Monday, January 13th at the George Daily Auditorium at 4 p.m. This play tells the story of Beauty Lou, the oldest daughter […]
MCRF is hosting the 4th Annual Bowling Tournament Fundraiser at Mahaska Bowl on February 7th from 9-11 p.m. All proceeds will go toward the Lacey Recreation Complex. If you are interested in participating please call MCRF at 641-672-2499. For $200 a team of 8 players can enjoy friendly competition while supporting the local youth in […]
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Dave Loebsack will have a member of his staff in four Iowa Counties for open office hours. Amelia Schoeneman, Loebsack’s District Representative, will be at the following locations. Schoeneman will be on hand to work with individuals who are having difficulty with a government agency, have suggestions for Dave, or would […]
The William Penn softball program will be hosting a pitching clinic on Sunday, January 19 (1-4 p.m.) and a hitting clinic on Sunday, January 26 (1-4 p.m.). The clinics will be held on campus in the Penn Activity Center with each clinic costing $40 ($70 for both). The clinics are for girls in grades 1-12. […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The Oskaloosa Student Council will be hosting their annual Spaghetti Supper Tuesday, January 7th before the Indians face off against Grinnell. The meal of the evening will include a plate full of hot spaghetti and garlic bread with a tall glass of either lemonade or water so come hungry. The Council will […]
This is a thank you to Oskaloosa for the outstanding response to 2013 Oskaloosa Area Association of Churches Tour of Homes. Over 200 people attended and this will bless the Oskaloosa Senior Center with a generous donation. Special Thanks to the host church, Central Reformed Church, who opened their doors and served coffee-time and fellowship […]
MAHASKA COUNTY – Mahaska Health Partnership Cardiopulmonary Services will be offering a seven-week Freedom from Smoking Clinic beginning Wednesday, Jan. 8. Freedom from Smoking is a clinic offered by the American Lung Association that emphasizes long-term freedom from smoking. According to certified facilitator Kai Schwab, BA, RPSGT, each smoker who joins will develop an individual […]
