“After six months, more details of Gov. Terry Branstad’s education plan were released today. “Democrats welcome the Governor’s education focus and are open-minded about his newest round of education reform proposals because we share his goals of: · Raising academic standards · Increasing teacher and school administrator effectiveness · Implementing innovation that increases learning “We […]
Oskaloosa, IA – Tax season is just around the corner, and United Way of Mahaska County is in need of volunteers to help with their VITA Tax Site program. United Way is currently looking for individuals interested in becoming IRS Certified VITA Volunteer Preparers as well as receptionists for the appointment days. Tax preparation assistance […]
The Iowa State University Extension Master Gardeners of Mahaska County are offering classes for beginning gardeners to gain the knowledge and skills to become successful gardeners. The classes are designed for beginners; however, any interested gardener is encouraged to attend. Classes will be held Tuesday evenings at 6;30 pm at the Mahaska County Extension Office. […]
Keota, Iowa – Today is my 6oth birthday. The years have gone by quickly! I was given some good advice from a young lady whose Grandmother told her just to enjoy each day & each moment as they come. I might add that we can enjoy remembering special times from days gone by, too. My […]
A Speaker Series will be hosted by the Mahaska County Master Gardeners Tuesday evenings in March. The speakers will be at the Mahaska County Extension Office Auditorium at 7 pm. These meetings are free and open to the public. All interested gardeners are encouraged to attend. Master Gardeners will hold a food drive for the […]
Mahaska County, Iowa – The Mahaska County Master Gardeners annually host speakers for the public. 2012 has a bonus session. Diane Ott Whealy, co-founder of Seed Savers will be speaking on February 28 at 3 pm at the Mahaska County Extension Office Auditorium. This meeting is open to the public, does not require a reservation, […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The William Penn softball program will be hosting a hitting clinic on Sunday, January 15 (1-3 p.m.) and a pitching clinic on Sunday, January 22 (12-2 p.m.). The clinics will be held on campus in the Penn Activity Center with each clinic costing $40. For more information or to register, please contact […]
Oskaloosa – With the New Year upon us, Iowans who decide they want to quit smoking have an excellent resource with a free service called Quitline Iowa, provided by the Iowa Department of Public Health. Mahaska Health Partnership Nurse Practitioner Lisa Nelson, ARNP, said adults who join the free program will receive the information and […]
When I saw these instructions on how to dress a squirrel, it brought back memories of home. When I was growing up, my brothers would go hunting and fishing. Quite often they would bring home some rabbits, squirrels or bullheads (that’s fish for anyone who wonders). Whatever they could get, Mom would cook it up. […]
OSKALOOSA – The Mahaska Health Partnership Birthing Center urges pregnant mothers to take childbirth classes prior to delivering their child. “Even if you have given birth before, taking a class can help reduce your anxiety and give you more confidence in your body’s ability to give birth,” explained MHP Birthing Center Director Chyann Vroegh, RN. […]
