Oskaloosa, Iowa – Eddie Pierson is one of those people chasing their dream. On Saturday, he opened his store, ‘Home Plate Sports Cards’ located along A Ave East on the east side of Oskaloosa. Pierson has had to put his dream on the backburner for a few extra months, as the nation and state worked […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Public Health Officials are working with the staff at Crystal Heights Care Facility in Oskaloosa regarding several COVID-19 cases. Although it’s unknown currently how may COVID-19 patients are residents or staff of the facility, the facility is working with members of public health and emergency management regarding the situation. Oskaloosa News spoke […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – We’ve all seen a police car go by us quickly, lights and sirens signaling to all that they are needed someplace in a hurry. We often briefly think, where are they going and what will they be doing? Then the light turns green, and we move along with our day. Those law […]
Mahaska County, Iowa – The Mahaska County Sheriff’s Office and the Oskaloosa Police Department were involved in a high-speed chase through mostly rural portions of the county beginning at approximately 4:30 pm on May 14th. The chase did eventually conclude near the intersection of 170th and Cordova Ave, where a search ensued for an individual. […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The global pandemic may cause them to not celebrate those sacrifices the way they would like, but they will honor them the best way they can. On Wednesday afternoon, Joe Durian, along with volunteers from the American Legion and the VFW, among others, went section by section, and rural cemetery by cemetery […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The Oskaloosa High School Class of 2020 has had to deal with very unusual circumstances for the end of their Senior year. From walking out of the school buildings for spring break, unknowingly for the last time. From the cancellation of sports seasons to finishing up their schoolwork online, it’s all been […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The Oskaloosa School Board met on Tuesday evening, utilizing social distancing and technology to bring the board members together. First off, the Board recognized those teachers retiring after the 2019-2020 school year. Those honored included Wyleen Johnston – 34 years of service, Kim Lowry – 33 years of service, Renee Gatton – […]
OSKALOOSA – The Oskaloosa Public Library, which opened its doors to the public in 1903, recently received a historical building marker that was installed on the left column of the library’s entrance. According to Ann Brouwer, steering committee member of the volunteer, community-based Historical Building Marker Project, a public ceremony will be held on a […]
DES MOINES – Today, Governor Reynolds signed a new proclamation continuing the Public Health Disaster Emergency. The proclamation permits salons, barbershops, and massage and tattoo establishments to reopen throughout Iowa in a limited fashion with appropriate public health measures in place. It also permits restaurants (but not bars), fitness centers, libraries, and race tracks to […]
An Oskaloosa High School Press Release May 7, 2020 Dear Parents/Guardians and Graduates, The Oskaloosa Community School District teachers, staff, administrators, and Senior Class members of the Student Council have been working to plan a graduation ceremony for the Class of 2020. Due to the guidelines set forth by Governor Reynolds, we are postponing our […]
