Oskaloosa, Iowa – The taxpayers of Mahaska County are awaiting a judge’s ruling at the Mahaska County Supervisors’ request. The request is to not collect a tax they believe is “unlawful levy on county citizens based on an illegal and ultra vires public contract.” That tax is collected to provide funding for Mahaska County Emergency […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – It’s been a typical hot and humid summer here in Iowa, making for thirsty travelers. Sister and brother Banx and Bond Blackwell set up their stand along North 8th in Oskaloosa, serving lemonade and fresh baked goods and homemade dog treats. They accepted donations to go to local law enforcement in honor […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – If 2020 has anything going for it, it’s certainly added a twist to our traditions. The Southern Iowa Fair Queen and Iowa State Fair Queen Hannah Koeliner is serving her second term as the Southern Iowa Fair Queen and will be serving an additional year as the Iowa State Fair Queen. Koeliner […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The Mahaska County Supervisors met in regular session on July 20th, 2020 at 9 am inside the Mahaska County Courthouse. The Supervisors approved the hiring of Joe Goemaat effective July 26th, as Mahaska County’s newest deputy. Goemaat will be filling the position left vacant by retiring deputy Doug McMillan in September of […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The 2020 version of the Southern Iowa Fair is a go, and the Fair Board has placed safety as one of its top priorities. The event is one of the oldest fairs in the State of Iowa, getting its start in 1852. It was the home to the Iowa State Fair for […]
DES MOINES, Iowa –William Penn University located in Oskaloosa, Iowa, will soon have several new park benches courtesy of the Build with Bags grant program. The Iowa Grocery Industry Association announced today that the plastic bag recycling program, being led by Iowa grocers, has awarded the William Penn University, $2,000 to purchase five new park […]
by Justin Burtis Full video interview below. Oskaloosa — 400 wins. To some, that could be a career goal, a mark of success to hang their hat on. Not many climb the mountain that high at any level, with the finicky nature of school sports. However, to John Henry, the head coach of the William […]
OSKALOOSA – The Oskaloosa School Board is preparing for the school year’s return, though by any reasonable standards, it will not be considered regular. At the regular monthly meeting of the Board on Tuesday, July 14, the Board heard from Superintendent Paula Wright on what the District’s plans are for the upcoming school year. Wright […]
New Sharon, Iowa – Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley stopped by Proline in New Sharon Iowa earlier in July. On the question of civil liberties during the initial days of COVID-19 and questions about the shuttering of main street in favor of large outlets and the closure of worship places, Grassley shared his views. “Initially, I […]
(Oskaloosa, Iowa) – One of Mahaska County’s favorite celebrations is right around the corner! Sweet Corn Serenade is set for Thursday, July 30th in downtown Oskaloosa. The festivities will look a little different this year as organizers with Oskaloosa Main Street and Mahaska Chamber & Development Group have made adjustments amid COVID-19 concerns. One of […]
