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 […]
DES MOINES – Today, Governor Reynolds signed a new proclamation continuing the Public Health Disaster Emergency until June 25, 2020. As previously announced, the proclamation permits bars, wineries, breweries, distilleries, and social and fraternal clubs may reopen on May 28 with the same public health measures as restaurants in place. The proclamation also permits the […]
The Oskaloosa chapters of the American Legion and the VFW Post took a few minutes to honor their fallen with a 21 gun salute, and the playing of TAPS on Monday morning. Regular Memorial Day services were not held due to the COVID-19 guidelines. The list of veterans we have lost during the past […]
A Crystal Heights Care Center Press Release May 25th, 2020 To the members of our community: As of today, the number of COVID-19 positive employees is now 13, with 1 employee who has recovered. The total number of COVID-19 positive residents is now 48. We are sorry to report that there have been 2 additional […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – There’s not been any real candidate meet and greets since the pandemic started. That lack of public knowledge may prove to be a real challenge for some candidates. Mariannette Miller-Meeks is seeking the Republican nomination in the 2nd Congressional District to run against Rita Hart, the Democratic candidate, to fill the seat […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Caregivers, healthcare officials, and emergency personnel are working together to help COVID-19 positive individuals in Mahaska County. On Sunday morning, three full-size oxygen concentrators arrived at NuCara on the square in downtown Oskaloosa. Mahaska County Emergency Manager Jamey Robinson stopped by and transported them to Crystal Heights Care Center. The concentrators will […]
