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Mahaska Health Welcomes Dr. Mollie Waller to the Family Medicine Team

Mollie Waller, DO

Mahaska Health is excited to welcome Mollie Waller, DO, board-certified medicine practitioner, to the Family Medicine team where she will specialize in Family Medicine with a focus on Obstetrics. Dr. Waller brings a passion for patient-centered care and a commitment to empowering patients through shared decision making. Dr. Waller earned her medical degree from Kirksville […]

Iowa reclaims abandoned coal mines that created ‘ecological disaster’

Land in the Pella Wildlife Area (pictured) is part of an abandoned coal mine that the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship is reclaiming. (Photo courtesy of Iowa DNR)

by Cami Koons, Iowa Capital Dispatch October 25, 2024 The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship embarked this month on a 162-acre abandoned mine land reclamation project in the Pella Wildlife Area. This is one of about 120 reclamation projects that have taken place in Iowa since the 1980s, several of which have garnered […]

Oskaloosa City Council Meets To Hear On Code Enforcement

Oskaloosa City Hall

The Oskaloosa City Council met for its regular session on Monday, October 21, 2024, with a packed agenda covering critical community updates, infrastructure projects, and an emotional tribute to a late city employee. Honoring Dennis “Step” Derringer Mayor David Krutzfeldt opened the meeting with a moment of silence for Dennis “Step” Derringer, a devoted city […]

Cargill Grant Boosts Literacy Efforts at Oskaloosa Elementary School

A generous grant from Cargill in Eddyville is giving young students at Oskaloosa Elementary School new opportunities to strengthen their reading skills.  

OSKALOOSA, Iowa — A generous grant from Cargill in Eddyville is giving young students at Oskaloosa Elementary School new opportunities to strengthen their reading skills. The company awarded the school’s first-grade team funds to purchase Fundations decodable books, resources designed to help students master grade-level reading through skill-building and fluency practice. “The books will support […]

Serenity House Garden Receives a Colorful Makeover in Honor of Patients and Families

Mahaska Health is thrilled to announce the recent enhancements to the Serenity House Garden, made possible by the generosity of Bob and Roxanne Denner.

Mahaska Health is thrilled to announce the recent enhancements to the Serenity House Garden, made possible by the generosity of Bob and Roxanne Denner. The updated garden now features a vibrant array of new plants and a beautifully revitalized rock landscape, providing a serene and uplifting environment for patients and their families. A member of […]

Police Protection Agreement Major Area Of Discussion For Supervisors

Mahaska County Courthouse

In a recent Mahaska County Board of Supervisors meeting on October 21, 2024, various significant issues were discussed, including adjustments in police protection agreements, compensation board restructuring, and the need for extensive repairs to the Law Enforcement Center. Police Protection Agreements The Board reviewed a revised letter outlining a new funding model for police protection […]

Oskaloosa Partners with Gateway II, LLC on $17 Million Trio Entertainment Complex

Representatives of EVOLVE Hospitality and the City of Oskaloosa kicked off the construction of a new entertainment complex in Oskaloosa on Wednesday.

Oskaloosa, IA — In an effort to transform the local entertainment landscape and provide new amenities to residents, the Oskaloosa City Council has entered into a development agreement with Gateway II, LLC for the creation of the Trio Entertainment Complex. The $17 million, 46,000-square-foot facility, located at 2333 Coal Mine Loop, is expected to include […]

Mahaska Heath Welcomes Dr. Jay Blomme to the Family Medicine and Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Teams

Jay Blomme, MD

Mahaska Health is pleased to welcome Jay Blomme, MD, a board-certified Family Medicine Physician and Sports Medicine Physician who specializes in Pain Management to their esteemed team of healthcare providers. Dr. Blomme completed his medical degree at the University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine, where he was a member of the Carver Rural Iowa […]

Oskaloosa Indians Triumph Over Burlington in Dramatic Fourth-Quarter Comeback

Oskaloosa Indians

October 18, 2024 – Bracewell Stadium, Burlington, IA In a thrilling Friday night showdown, the Oskaloosa Indians surged to a 41-34 victory over the Burlington Greyhounds, clinching the win with an electrifying 28-point fourth quarter. The Indians’ explosive offense overwhelmed Burlington in the final moments, marking one of the season’s most memorable comebacks. Burlington struck […]

The Rich History of Mahaska County

Dave Baker with the 29th State shared Mahaska County history on Friday evening at George Daily Auditorium.

Mahaska County, located in the heart of Iowa, is rich with historical significance, offering a unique glimpse into the state’s past. Established in 1843, the county is named after Chief Mahaska, a prominent leader of the Ioway tribe, known for his leadership and diplomacy with early American settlers. As with many counties in Iowa, Mahaska’s […]

             

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