Mahaska County, Iowa – Nearly a month removed from the general election, the closest race for a congressional seat may be nearing the end. As it stands, Republican Mariannette Miller-Meeks is leading Democrat Rita Hart for the 2nd Congressional District by a razor slim six votes. Miller-Meeks issued a statement on Saturday saying, “With the […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Since a high case count on November 9th of 7,291 positive cases in Iowa, that count has dropped to 252 on November 28th, 2020. In Mahaska County, there were 49 positive cases of COVID-19 within the county, a number that has dropped to 5 cases on November 28th. The last time the […]
A year from now, the YMCA will open its new Early Childhood Education and Recreation Center, 1521 Green Street, one of the most anticipated features is the natatorium – or pool area. The new Y will offer two pools – a warm water pool with a splash pad designed for play, water aerobics, and physical […]
By CHARLIE COMFORT Oskaloosa, Iowa – When the votes were tallied on Nov. 3, it became that one race was going to be a nail biter: the race for US House of Representatives for Iowa’s Second Congressional District. That race featured Democrat Rita Hart and Republican Mariannette Miller-Meeks. Initial returns on Election Night showed Miller-Meeks […]
by RD Keep NEW SHARON – North Mahaska school officials instituted an emergency evacuation of the school Tuesday afternoon after a gas leak was reported at the Dollar General. The store is located about one-quarter mile from the school. Reportedly a utility company was digging in the area struck a major gas line forcing the […]
Local News Mahaska County Recount Goes Into Uncharted Territory Students Safely Evacuated Tuesday What Is Thanksgiving For You? Couple With Oskaloosa Roots Making Their Mark In Nashville United Way Hands Out Winter Coats Staff At Mahaska Health “We’re Doing Well” COVID-19 In “Uncontrolled Community Spread” Within Mahaska County City Council Eyes March Special Election Supervisors […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – We asked some folks on social media what their favorite Thanksgiving food is and why. We also wanted to know about any of those traditions they may have. We also wanted to know if the holiday would be different for them, and why so. Initially, I was going to share only a […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – A married couple of Ben and Kassie Wilson, also known as ‘My One And Only’, made a swing by home for the holidays. Oskaloosa News took the opportunity to talk with the duet about life and making it in Nashville. Ben Wilson graduated from Oskaloosa High School, while Kassie is from […]
Local News United Way Hands Out Winter Coats Staff At Mahaska Health “We’re Doing Well” COVID-19 In “Uncontrolled Community Spread” Within Mahaska County City Council Eyes March Special Election Supervisors Press Forward On Radio Project Friends And Family Host Fundraiser For Scholarship Little Hawkeye Conference COVID-19 Update Oskaloosa City Facilities COVID-19 Update Young Y Member […]
(OSKALOOSA, Iowa)— William Penn University President John Ottosson recently sent a letter of gratitude to parents of WP students highlighting the positive experiences in the Fall 2020 semester. “I would like to express my gratitude for the work that has been done to continue providing the safest possible learning environment for students, faculty and staff. […]
