by Senator Ken Rozenboom Agriculture has always been an anchor for Iowa’s economy. To recognize the importance of agriculture in Iowa this week in the Senate we passed Senate Resolution 108. This resolution recognizes March 21 through March 27 as National Agriculture Week in Iowa. Iowa has 84,900 farms, of which over 90 percent are […]
The deadline is fast approaching for Mahaska County high school seniors to submit applications for college scholarships. As a reminder dollars will be awarded to students in several different categories. Students are encouraged to apply and indicate their interest: four-year program, two-year program, music program, trade school–building or other. The only requirement is that you […]
PELLA—He was regarded as one of America’s top college and university presidents. He oversaw the physical transformation of the Central College campus and the rise of the school’s enrollment to record levels. As an NCAA vice president, he was instrumental in integrating women’s athletics within the NCAA. His was a prominent and highly respected national […]
by Senator Ken Rozenboom The second funnel (major legislative deadline) has passed, meaning that we’re one step closer to the scheduled end of the legislative session. The purpose of this deadline is to focus our work on the issues that appear to have enough support to pass both chambers. Last year I was assigned to […]
by Dustin Hite This week concludes the second (and final) funnel week in the Iowa Legislature. All bills, besides those in budgeting committees, must pass out of committees in both the Iowa House and Senate to remain eligible for consideration. Today we held the last Education Committee meeting for the 2022 session, where we passed […]
The Mahaska County Master Gardeners established a seed library for gardeners in 2021 and have added new seed for 2022. It is housed at the Mahaska County Extension Office. During the spring planting season (April 1- June 1) the seed library will be in a plastic tote located outside the Extension office west entrance for […]
An Oskaloosa Main Street Press Release Amy is a lifelong Mahaska County resident and Oskaloosa graduate. Amy is excited to jump into her role as the Oskaloosa Main Street Director. Amy brings with her knowledge of the community, passion for teaching younger generations, organizing volunteers, and strong determination to make a positive impact on the […]
OSKALOOSA – The Stapps Building, located at 201 High Avenue East across from the Mahaska County Courthouse, has received a historical marker recognizing its 100-plus year history in Oskaloosa. Historical Building Marker Steering Committee Member Ann Brouwer said that due to COVID concerns, the unveiling ceremony for the historical marker can be viewed virtually on […]
The City of Oskaloosa is updating its 22-year-old Comprehensive Plan and is looking for community input. The Plan Osky Community Design Workshop will take place March 23-24, 2022 in Oskaloosa. Public open house times will be held Wednesday, March 23 from 11:30 AM TO 1:30 PM and 5:00 PM TO 7:00 PM, and Thursday, March […]
Oskaloosa–A thrilling comeback fell just short on Saturday, as the William Penn men’s basketball team saw its season end at the hands of a last second shot from Indiana University Kokomo. The loss ends the team’s national tournament bid, and brings their final record for the 2021-2022 season to 31-2. Karmari Newman (Sr., Detroit, Mich., […]
