In convertibles, seeing old friends along the parade route and enjoying time with friends are some of the things the 2026 homecoming court from Oskaloosa High School hopes to remember long after they graduate. Recently, nine of the ten students on the court went to the Oskaloosa News studio to discuss what was in store […]
The George Daily Auditorium’s 2026–27 program will include Shakespeare, live music, stand-up comedy, dance theatre, and an Elvis Presley tribute. Five performances taking place from October through May are now offering tickets for sale. Each show costs $25 for adults, and students may get free tickets by using the code GDYT25 when they order. A […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – From September 14 to 18, Oskaloosa High School will be celebrating homecoming with powderpuff games, a parade in the downtown area, a coronation, and a football game against Washington. Recently, the student council members from Oskaloosa High School went to the Oskaloosa News studio to talk about their plans for the week […]
The Mahaska Community Recreation Foundation is busy as the outdoor season comes to an end because of the return of the kite festival, fall sports, and guided trail rides. MaKenzie Burk and Lindsey Holmberg from MCRF recently went to the studio of the Oskaloosa News to talk about the activities at the Lacey Recreation Complex […]
Mahaska Health is honored to welcome Drew Richmond, MD, General Surgeon, to its growing surgical team. Dr. Richmond returns to Oskaloosa to provide comprehensive surgical care for patients throughout the region. Dr. Richmond specializes in a broad range of general surgery procedures, including hernia repair, colorectal surgery, endoscopy, and advanced minimally invasive procedures. He is […]
OSKALOOSA – Kids will have the chance to fish, build kites, and explore nature this Saturday at the 23rd annual Youth Outdoor Field Day, hosted by Mahaska County Conservation at Russell Wildlife Area. The event takes place from 8 a.m. to noon on September 12 at 2254 200th St., just north of Oskaloosa off U.S. […]
Oskaloosa High School students plan to place almost 3,000 American flags on the town square this Thursday to honor those who lost their lives in the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. Student Council members Jonah DeVore, Ireland McGraw, and Vani Patel see this project as a way for their generation to remember. They have learned about […]
OSKALOOSA, Iowa – Starting middle school can be exciting, nerve-wracking, and full of questions. Two Oskaloosa sixth graders shared that school tours, seeing familiar teachers, and visiting early made the transition easier. Natalee Sams and Paine Pierson sat down with Oskaloosa Middle School Principal Clint Gingerich to talk with Oskaloosa News. They talked about their […]
The Mahaska Chamber & Development Group is bringing together eight sessions packed with ideas you can actually use in your business, organization or team. From AI and social media to leadership, employee retention and storytelling, this series is built around the challenges and opportunities local businesses are facing right now. Here’s what’s coming: Sept. 16: […]
Mahaska County Emergency Management and United Way of Mahaska County are proud to announce United We Prepare, a new local initiative dedicated to helping our neighbors get ready for emergencies, together. Emergencies don’t wait, and Mahaska County shouldn’t either. Mahaska County Emergency Management and United Way of Mahaska County are joining forces to launch United […]
