Leighton, Iowa – The ‘Half-Way’ station has stood for generations and was a popular and easily recognized landmark for travelers along Highway 163 since 1930. The landmark’s future is now in question after a car involved in a high-speed chase crashed into the landmark, damaging the structure extensively. The structure was repaired approximately 5 years […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Since arriving in Iowa and Mahaska County, public health and emergency management have been working to minimize the virus for area residents. The first case in the county was reported on March 25th, 2020, and since then, 94 people in all have become infected. Of those individuals, 26 have recovered, while 10 […]
A Mahaska County Sheriff’s Press Release Saturday, May 30, 2020 On Saturday, May 30, 2020 at approximately 5:09 am the Mahaska County Dispatch Center received a complaint of a vehicle traveling westbound in the eastbound lane of Highway 163, between Oskaloosa and Pella. A short time later, Marion County Dispatch received a similar report. A […]
A crystal Heights Care Center Press Release May 29th, 2020 To the members of our community: As of today, the number of COVID-19 positive employees is 16, with 3 employees who have recovered. The total number of COVID-19 positive residents is now 53. The total number of resident deaths remains at 9. Due to privacy […]
An Oskaloosa Schools Activities Press Release As many of you know, Governor Reynolds announced last week that Iowa high schools would be able to start summer baseball and softball practice June 1. Our first games are scheduled for June 15, home vs. Pella Christian. Iowa will be the first state in the country to resume […]
I hope everyone had a safe and restful Memorial Day this Monday. With the constant focus of COVID-19, it was nice to take time off to remember the men and women in uniform that have paid the ultimate sacrifice to keep us safe. With that, I would like to share some updates regarding the Legislature. […]
Oskaloosa–William Penn University President John Ottosson and Director of Athletics Nik Rule have announced that the University will be opening up for classes in the fall and that fall sports will go on as scheduled. In an announcement released last weekend, President Ottosson stated, “We are so excited to be able to tell you we […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Crystal Heights Care Center sent out their latest numbers of individuals impacted by the COVID-19 virus on Wednesday morning. The facility reported that they have 16 employees with the virus, with 1 employee that has recovered. The facility also reports that 49 residents have tested positive for COVID-19. The facility also reports […]
An Oskaloosa Community Schools Press Release May 26, 2020 Dear Friends of Oskaloosa School District, As we approach the end of the official school year, I wanted to provide you with an update regarding our SUMMER FOOD SERVICE. ● Summer food service will continue with “grab-n-go” meals provided weekly on Wednesdays. ● Meals are available […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Former Oskaloosa City Council member Margaret White was recognized on her 100th birthday with a proclamation from Oskaloosa Mayor Dave Krutzfeldt on Sunday afternoon. The proclamation reads as follows: Recognizing the 100th Birthday of Mrs. Margaret White WHEREAS, longevity of life is a blessing for an individual and for a community which […]
