On Monday, August 5th the Oskaloosa School Board voted to award the video broadcast rights of Oskaloosa School activities to the newly formed Indians Network partnership of Mahaska Communication Group (MCG), Oskaloosa News and Thunder Country KIIC radio. According to Steve Burnett of MCG, the partnership was formed specifically to continue to provide educational opportunities […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The historic Oskaloosa Municipal Band has enjoyed over 150 years of performing in the center of town. On Thursday evening, the 2019 season wrapped up, and thoughts for 2020 are already underway. Benjamin Burgdorf and the Oskaloosa Music Festival returned to Oskaloosa this past week and joined the city band for the […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – At Nelson Pioneer Farm this past weekend, the Timberwolves continued the tradition of Dog Hollow, something they have done now for 27 years. Jim Walker is a longtime member of the Timberwolves and has been there from the start of Dog Hollow 26 years ago, recreating life from the 1840s and before. […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Penn Central Mall was buzzing with activity on Thursday afternoon, as hundreds of kids get ready for school. The United Way of Mahaska County helped to coordinate the afternoon’s event that used to be known as Operation Backpack. The event has morphed into the current back-to-school fair during the past two years. […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa- Many of us have had a Venus Fly-Trap, marveling at how quickly it traps its victims. It’s not uncommon for those plants to wither and die within a short time frame. Keith Becker was at the ISU Extension Office Tuesday evening to talk about carnivorous plants, and how to care for those plants […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Firefighters are known for adhering to tradition, and being guardians of the past. A new piece of equipment will change the look of the firefighters in Oskaloosa. Oskaloosa Fire Chief Mark Neff took some time this past week to introduce new helmets for the Oskaloosa Fire Department. The new helmets look more […]
A Mahaska County Sheriff’s Office Press Release On Friday, August 2nd, 2019, at approximately 8 am, members of the Mahaska County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to 1466 100th Street, in rural Lynnville (Mahaska County), regarding a farm accident. Upon arrival, it was discovered that a subject had become entangled in a sweep auger, located inside […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Taste, touch, smells, and more helped preschool-age kids learn more about life as a pioneer at Nelson Pioneer Farm this week. Nelson Pioneer Farm Curator Margaret Spiegel talked about the day camps, and all the assistance from Laura DeCook, Mahaska County Conservation, to help make the best experience possible for the young […]
OSKALOOSA, IA— The George Daily’s long awaited 2019-2020 Professional Season has been announced! There’s fun and laughter for everyone this season as humor, dance, and music take our stage! New this year, the show sponsors and the Auditorium would like to recognize different groups that impact our community. A group will be highlighted as our […]
DES MOINES, Iowa – (July 31, 2019) – MidAmerican Energy Company today launched a first-of-its kind effort in Iowa to establish a network of electric vehicle fast-charging stations in more than a dozen cities throughout the state. The company plans to build publicly accessible direct current fast-charging stations, with two charging plugs per station, in […]
