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Polk County Man Accused Of Indescent Exposure

Oskaloosa Police Department

An Oskaloosa Police Department Press Release On April 22, 2020 at approximately 1:43 p.m., members of the Oskaloosa Police Department were dispatched to the area of High Ave. E and N 3rd St. in reference to a male following a woman and exposing himself to her. Upon arrival, Officers found a male matching the description […]

Birthday Surprise Courtesy Of Osky PD

Oskaloosa, Iowa – Birthdays are a special time in a young person’s life. Friends, family, food, presents all come together to help make the memories. During the COVID-19 pandemic social distancing, the Oskaloosa Police Department has decided to help as many young people celebrate those special days. Oskaloosa Police Chief Benjamin Boeke says that his […]

Additional COVID-19 cases in Iowa, additional deaths confirmed – April 22, 2020

COVID-19

DES MOINES – Today, the Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) has been notified of 107 additional positive cases for a total of 3,748 positive cases. There have been an additional 522 negative tests for a total of 24,496 negative tests to date, which includes testing reported by the State Hygienic Lab and other labs. […]

Understanding COVID-19 Case Information and the Public Health Process

MAHASKA COUNTY – The Iowa Department of Public Health’s COVID-19 Dashboard is a powerful tool to help Iowans understand the state of COVID-19 in their county and region. The COVID-19 Dashboard can be found online at https://coronavirus.iowa.gov. The State of Iowa has divided the state into regions for the purposes of assessment and coordination. Mahaska […]

Gov. Reynolds launches Test Iowa Initiative to expand testing capacity to limit the spread of COVID19

Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds listens to apprentices talk about their experiences in their apprenticeship program.

DES MOINES – Today, Governor Kim Reynolds launched the Test Iowa Initiative to expand testing capacity to limit the spread of COVID-19 in Iowa. The state is partnering with Nomi Health and its subsidiary DOMO which has already launched a similar initiative in the state of Utah. Gov. Reynolds made the announcement at today’s news […]

Additional COVID-19 cases in Iowa, additional deaths confirmed – April 21, 2020

COVID-19

DES MOINES – Today, the Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) has been notified of 482 additional positive cases for a total of 3,641 positive cases. There have been an additional 1,313 negative tests for a total of 23,974 negative tests to date, which includes testing reported by the State Hygienic Lab and other labs. […]

Additional COVID-19 cases in Iowa, additional death confirmed – April 20, 2020

COVID-19

DES MOINES – Today, the Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) has been notified of 257 additional positive cases for a total of 3,159 positive cases. There have been an additional 1,013 negative tests for a total of 22,661 negative tests to date, which includes testing reported by the State Hygienic Lab and other labs. […]

Mahaska County Resident Death Reported

A Mahaska County Public Health Press Release Mahaska County, Iowa – The Mahaska County Department of Public Health confirmed the first death of a Mahaska County resident associated with the 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19). The individual was in the 41-60 year range and was hospitalized outside of Mahaska County. “We extend our deepest sympathies to […]

Mahaska County Officials Talk COVID-19 Response

In honor of Veteran’s Day, veterans from Oskaloosa and Mahaska County gathered together at Mahaska Health to raise the American flag on the newly installed flag poles donated by Musco Lighting. The dedication ceremony included a trumpet and firing squad. Mahaska Health staff and trustees attended the dedication ceremony.

Oskaloosa, Iowa – With the largest one day total of new COVID-19 cases announced in the State of Iowa, Mahaska County sits at 8 of the 2902 total cases. Of those 8 cases in Mahaska County, 2 of those individuals have recovered. Ninety-nine individuals have been tested in the County. Of those 8 cases, 1 […]

Additional COVID-19 cases in Iowa, additional death confirmed – April 19, 2020

COVID-19

DES MOINES – Today, the Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) has been notified of 389 additional positive cases for a total of 2,902 positive cases. There have been an additional 1,214 negative tests for a total of 21,648 negative tests to date, which includes testing reported by the State Hygienic Lab and other labs. […]

           

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