OSKALOOSA, Iowa — The Oskaloosa School Board worked through a full agenda during its regular meeting on September 9, 2025, at the George Daily Auditorium, covering staffing updates, facility projects, financial planning, and policy revisions. The meeting began with standard approvals of minutes, financials, and claims before the board turned its attention to personnel matters. […]
Sep 10 2025 | Posted in
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OSKALOOSA, Iowa — September 2, 2025 — The Oskaloosa City Council moved through a full agenda Tuesday night, addressing infrastructure contracts, financial approvals, a major development agreement, and the city’s updated strategic plan. Consent Agenda Actions Council members approved the August claims, reports from city commissions, and minutes from prior sessions. Liquor license renewals were […]
Sep 4 2025 | Posted in
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OSKALOOSA, Iowa — The Mahaska County Board of Supervisors met on September 2, 2025, in the third-floor conference room of the courthouse to review claims, licenses, contracts, and hear public concerns on proposed agricultural development and cemetery preservation. Public Concerns Raised During the public comment period, residents voiced objections to a proposed poultry and egg […]
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Ottumwa, Iowa — August 29, 2025 The Oskaloosa Indians opened their football season on the road Friday night against Ottumwa, dropping a hard-fought 7–0 contest in a defensive struggle. Both teams leaned on their defenses, with the game ultimately decided by a single long touchdown run midway through the third quarter. First Half: Stalemate in […]
Oskaloosa, IA — 8/29/25 — The Uplifting Puppet Company is delighted to announce the first-ever event in its new community puppetry series, Puppets in the Park, featuring the internationally recognized puppeteer Liz Joyce. Join us on Sunday, September 14, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. in the Woodhaven Amphitheatre in University Park for an enchanting afternoon of […]
Sep 1 2025 | Posted in
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Youth Outdoor Field Day Russell Wildlife Area Saturday, September 13, 2025 8:00 am – 12:00 pm Generations have grown up loving the Youth Outdoor Field Day hosted by Mahaska County Conservation. — Now it’s time to make new memories with your kids! Come out to the Russell Wildlife Area located just north of Oskaloosa at […]
Sep 1 2025 | Posted in
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Iowa’s First District is the manufacturing heart of our state, and I was proud to lead a Made in America Manufacturing Tour to showcase the real results we are delivering for workers, businesses, and families. From Indianola to Pella to Muscatine, I met with employees, managers, and industry leaders who are already seeing the benefits […]
OSKALOOSA, Iowa — William Penn University’s Kinesiology Club and ASA are inviting students, families, and community members to take part in a colorful celebration of wellness and school spirit during the William Penn College & Community 5K Color Run, set for Saturday, September 20, 2025. The event will begin with a shuttle service at the […]
Sep 1 2025 | Posted in
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KNOXVILLE, Iowa – On August 21, 2025, at 11:10 p.m., Knoxville Police Department officers responded to a domestic disturbance in the 300 block of Roche Street. There, officers encountered 47-year-old Knoxville resident, Steven Funk, who was assaulting an adult female. During the incident, an officer fired his weapon, striking Funk. Despite the efforts of officers […]
Aug 28 2025 | Posted in
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In Mahaska County, more than three children compete for every available childcare slot, a shortage so severe it has branded the community a “childcare desert” for at least 15 years. The lack of affordable, accessible childcare not only strains families but also holds back Iowa’s workforce and local economic growth. Parents in Mahaska County face […]
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