MAHASKA COUNTY – The holidays can be a stressful time of year, but for those grieving the death or terminal illness of a loved one, the strain is often much greater. The Mahaska Health Serenity House provides Hospice services to our community through some of the most challenging times of life. To continue our mission […]
On December 13, 2019 at approximately 12:18 a.m., a member of the Oskaloosa Police Department was investigating a suspicious vehicle in the 900 block of South Market St. During this initial investigation, the suspect fled from the scene. It was then confirmed that the vehicle being investigated had been stolen out of Ottumwa. Officers pursued […]
Eggs and Issues 2020 is right around the corner! This legislative forum gives area residents an opportunity to learn more about the state, county, and local issues. The setting is informal and encourages those attending to personally meet and speak to their elected representatives, along with leaders in the community. This year’s dates and panels […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa- The Oskaloosa School Board welcomed two new members to the board, as the board reorganized after the 2019 city/school elections. Board members Kraig Van Hulzen and Erik Edgren were recognized for their outstanding service on the board. Van Hulzen served for five years on the board, running unopposed in 2015, after being appointed […]
The Mahaska County Sheriff’s Office has wrapped up it’s 2019 “No-shave November” charity fundraiser. The charity selected to receive this year’s donations is the Hospice Serenity House, located on the campus of Mahaska Health Hospital. This year’s campaign raised $2,415.00 for the Serenity House. The Sheriff’s Office would like to thank the following employees for […]
Tuesday, Dec. 10 at PAC Facility on Penn campus – 8:15 to 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 12 at Smokey Row – 8:15 to 10:00 a.m. The students from William Penn’s History 299 invite the Oskaloosa and William Penn communities to attend their event “Coffee Talks with History 299: Building Bridges” on Tuesday and Thursday, during […]
YOUNG AMBASSADORS WINNERS ANNOUNCED Main Street Young Ambassador Contest winners were announced in a gala event at the Penn Central Mall Monday evening. All participants, ages three through kindergarten, of the Young Ambassadors Contest were introduced by Master of Ceremonies, Bob Ballard. Favorite songs of the children was provided by Bob Ballard of Spinners DJ. […]
Local News *This year’s 2019 Young Ambassador Princess is Leah Marie Scholtus, daughter of Emily and Cody Scholtus. The Young Ambassador Prince is Fitch Fee, son of Chris and Madison Fee. *Senior Officer Nathan Johnson was recognized as Officer of the Year for the Oskaloosa Police Department at Monday’s city council meeting. *The Mahaska County […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The Oskaloosa City Council met on Monday evening, and Senior Officer Nathan Johnson was recognized as Officer of the Year for the department. Officer Gary Kutcher was recognized for 30 years of service to Oskaloosa. Lt. John Plum was recognized for 25 years of service, and Lt. Gary McClun was recognized for […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The Mahaska County Board of Supervisors met in regular session on Monday, December 2nd, 2019 inside the 3rd Floor Conference Room of the Mahaska County Courthouse. The Board heard from weed commissioner Ben Hoskinson as he presented his required report. The report was accepted, and will now be given to the State […]
