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 […]
DES MOINES – Today, Gov. Reynolds signed a new proclamation continuing the Public Health Disaster Emergency. The proclamation permits dental services to resume in compliance with guidelines adopted by the Iowa Dental Board, permits some additional businesses and establishments to reopen throughout Iowa in a limited fashion with appropriate public health measures in place, and […]
by Jamie Brockman Oskaloosa News has learned that Oskaloosa Boys Basketball Coach Ryan Parker has resigned his coaching position at the school, citing health and family as the reason for his resignation. Parker informed the team on Wednesday that he would not be returning as Coach, but will continue his duties as Activities Director at […]
Mahaska Health is excited to celebrate our nurses and all that they do each and every day. We would like to wish a heartfelt “Happy National Nurses Week” to all nurses in Mahaska County and beyond who have dedicated their lives to providing excellent care to those in need. Each year, May 6th through May […]
DES MOINES – Today, the Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) has been notified of 408 additional positive cases for a total of 10,111 positive cases. There have been an additional 3,000 negative tests for a total of 50,458 negative tests to date, which includes testing reported by the State Hygienic Lab and other labs. […]
