DES MOINES – Today, Gov. Reynolds signed a new Public Health Disaster proclamation that extends critical regulatory relief for an additional 30 days to those on the frontlines of COVID-19 recovery. The proclamation continues to strongly encourage Iowans, businesses, and organizations to take reasonable public health measures consistent with guidance from the Iowa Department of […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The Mahaska County YMCA held their annual fundraiser over the weekend and it was themed around 1990’s Trivia and Tunes. Matt Larson, CEO of the Mahaska County YMCA, spoke with Oskaloosa News about the evening and why such an event is important for the community and helping others take advantage of the […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Inside of Mahaska Drug, representatives from area law enforcement agencies accepted old and unneeded medications from individuals, with no questions asked. The program is designed to help collect those medications for multiple reasons. The environment is one of the main reasons for the effort. The chemicals in over-the-counter and prescription medications […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – It’s a common theme this year as annual events once again come back from their pandemic slumber. The ecycling event held annually in the parking lot just west of Mahaska Communication Group, or MCG, has always been a community favorite, with people saving their electronics to be recycled there. Eddie Pierson […]
New Sharon, Iowa – The first responders and the citizens of Mahaska County will hopefully soon see the benefits of a new radio system designed to improve communication. The new radio system has been almost six years in the making, starting with an early steering committee and eventually being developed with the help of […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The story is a common one this past year, COVID-19 has changed the way things are done, but many times, people come up with solutions to help make the most of it. That can be said for Debbie Stevens from William Penn University Career Services. Stevens and William Penn have traditionally […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The Oskaloosa Fire Department was called to a garage fire in the 1100 block of 4th Avenue East just after 6:40 pm on Sunday evening. The ‘All In’ page was sounded for the Oskaloosa Fire Department, and all reserve and full-time personnel then responded. Upon arrival, fire crews found that the structure […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – ‘Pinatas For A Purpose’ was held on Wednesday evening inside of Penn Central Mall in Oskaloosa. The pinata creations helped to raise over $500 to help students at OHS attend the Special Olympics. OHS Senior Jaden Moore talked with Oskaloosa News about the fundraiser.
Mahaska County, Iowa – In a recent press release, Mahaska County Sheriff Russ Van Renterghem expressed his support of Marsy’s Law. The legislation would push to have victims’ rights protected constitutionally. “Defendants have a lot of constitutional rights, both in Iowa and at the federal level, and rightfully so to protect their legal interest,” said […]
Event features a full day of activities to celebrate kids being kids. Oskaloosa, IA 4/22/2021—Following a year of social distancing, virtual school, mask wearing and endless hours of screen time, the MAHASKA COUNTY YMCA is hosting their annual Healthy Kids Day® on 5/15/2021 encouraging families to take a moment to help kids be kids. While […]
