Oskaloosa projects prepare students for the future OSKALOOSA, IA — Jestina Falconer and Jackson Sisul, seniors at Oskaloosa High School, are taking hands-on learning to new heights with their Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) projects. Part of the FFA curriculum, these projects allow students to apply classroom lessons in real-world settings, fostering innovation and creativity. The […]
DES MOINES—Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds delivered her 2025 Condition of the State Address, celebrating Iowa’s progress while charting an ambitious course for the future. Addressing lawmakers, justices, and citizens in the State Capitol, Reynolds declared, “The condition of our state is strong!” Celebrating Progress Reynolds highlighted Iowa’s top national rankings, including being the #1 state […]
The Oskaloosa School Board held its regular meeting on January 14, 2025, addressing a variety of topics ranging from public comments to updates on district programs and financial planning. The meeting began with the approval of the evening’s agenda and a welcome to visitors. Four community members spoke during the public comment section, sharing their […]
OSKALOOSA, IOWA – The 2025 “Coffee and Conversation” previously known as Eggs and Issues, brought together Mahaska County and Oskaloosa residents and local leaders on Saturday morning, at Smokey Row Coffee in Oskaloosa. The event served as an open dialogue for community members to engage with city and county officials on pressing issues. Key Highlights […]
by Shauneen Miranda, Iowa Capital Dispatch January 9, 2025 WASHINGTON — On a wintry Thursday morning, mourners and dignitaries gathered at Washington National Cathedral to honor the life of former President Jimmy Carter. Speakers at Carter’s state funeral, including President Joe Biden and the sons of Carter’s political contemporaries delivering eulogies written by their fathers, described […]
Oskaloosa High School recently opened its doors to representatives from World Link Inc., a non-profit organization partnering with the U.S. State Department to facilitate cultural exchange programs. The visit showcased how international exchange opportunities can enhance educational experiences and foster mutual understanding between students from different parts of the world. World Link oversees two key […]
The Oskaloosa City Council held its first meeting of 2025 on January 6, focusing on community updates and legislative matters. Mayor David Krutzfeldt presided over the session, which began with an invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance. A roll call confirmed the attendance of all council members, except for Janet Hermsen. The consent agenda was […]
Iowa farmer Meredith Nunnikhoven shares impacts… by Robert Leonard My friend Meredith Nunnikhoven of Barnswallow Flowers in Oskaloosa separated Dahlia bulbs in a multipurpose machine shed at her farm as she told me about the jam that she and other small business owners in the area are in. The jam extends to much of rural […]
DES MOINES, Iowa – Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird and the Department of Public Safety are warning Iowans to be aware of a new wave of “grandparent scams.” Several Iowa communities throughout the state have recently reported efforts by criminal groups to swindle predominately older Iowans. This scam is not new – the Attorney General’s […]
Iowa is quietly climbing the ranks as a place people want to call home. According to U-Haul’s 2024 Growth Index, the state moved up to 23rd in the nation for growth, with more people moving into Iowa than leaving over the past three years. This trend highlights the state’s growing reputation for offering safe, affordable […]
