Oskaloosa, Iowa – Mahaska County Extension continues to enroll for a Master Gardener training to begin September 4, 2012. Master Gardener trainees attend classes taught by Iowa State University Extension professionals in topics ranging from lawn care, flower and vegetable gardening, ornamental trees and shrubs, fruit crops and houseplants to insect, disease and weed control, […]
MAHASKA COUNTY –Mahaska Health Partnership Dietitian Lea Rice wants men to know what food they should be eating to maintain and boost their overall health. With the goal of heightening awareness of preventable health problems, MHP is encouraging men to make informed, conscious decisions about their diet, exercise and leisure activities. “As men age, they […]
Saturday, September 22, 2012 Kate Shelley Train Grab your kids or grandkids and join us on this one-day trip to the actual site of Kate Shelley’s heroic climb across a decrepit railroad trestle on Honey Creek near Moingona. Not only did Kate manage to save the lives of hundreds of train passengers by letting the […]
by Kaila Wheeldon Oskaloosa, Iowa – Five members of the Oskaloosa FFA chapter had participated in strategic planning for the 2012-2013 school year on August 1st and 2nd. The officers traveled to Waterloo to the Days Inn hotel for the officers retreat. Part of the planning sessions were tweaking the chapters program of activities, setting […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Pinocchio is coming to Penn Central Mall! This musical theater production written by John Morley will be performed on Friday and Saturday, August 3 and 4, at 6:30 pm and on Sunday, August 5 at 1:30 pm. Tickets may be purchased at Gardner-Collier Jewelry or at the door. Ticket prices are $5 […]
A day-long canoe float on the Des Moines River is being planned for Saturday, August 18th by the Mahaska County Conservation Board and Mahaska County Wellness Coalition. The float will begin at 9:00 am at Eveland Access and end at the Hardfish Access near Eddyville. A limited number of canoes, kayaks, life jackets and paddles […]
MAHASKA COUNTY – In recognition of World Breastfeeding Week, August 1 through 7, Mahaska Health Partnership emphasizes the value of breastfeeding for mothers and children alike. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), World Breastfeeding Week is celebrated around the globe to encourage breastfeeding as a means of improving the health of babies. Breastfeeding is […]
Oskaloosa – July 27, 2012 Brooke Beers spent her junior year in Belgium through the Rotary Youth exchange. She returned to Oskaloosa just in time for the fair. “What a culture shock…coming from Europe to the fair in Oskaloosa,” said Brooke during a recent presentation to the Oskaloosa Rotary Club about her experiences. Beers spent […]
Cedar, Iowa – The Iowa Department of Transportation nominated the Cedar Livestock 4-H Club for a Governor’s Volunteer Award. The Cedar Livestock 4-H Club has actively participated in the Adopt-A-Highway project for 10 consecutive years and was selected to be recognized by Iowa’s Governor, Terry Branstad. They have received a certificate of appreciation sealed by […]
Newton, Iowa – The NASCAR Nationwide Series makes its return to the Iowa Speedway on Saturday August 4th. If your not familiar with the Iowa Speedway, it’s a 7/8 mile short track that drives like a super speedway. It was also the first track built with safer barriers in place at the time of construction. […]
