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Mahaska Health Welcomes Dr. Jordan Hamilton to the Family Medicine & Obstetrics Teams

Dr. Jordan Hamilton Joins Mahaska Health Family Medicine & Obstetrics Team.

Mahaska Health is pleased to welcome Jordan Hamilton, DO, a board-certified and fellowship-trained Family Medicine and Obstetrics provider, to its Family Medicine and Obstetrics teams. Dr. Hamilton brings compassionate, expert care with specialized training in surgical obstetrics and a dedication to serving patients of all ages. Dr. Hamilton earned her Doctor of Osteopathy degree from […]

Rob Sand Brings Governor Bid to Smokey Row in Oskaloosa

Rob Sand, Iowa’s State Auditor and Democratic candidate for governor, speaks to a crowd at Smokey Row in Oskaloosa during his “100 Town Hall Tour.” Sand outlined his campaign themes of accountability, school funding, and political reform as part of his bid for the 2026 open governor’s race.

OSKALOOSA, Iowa — State Auditor Rob Sand stopped at Smokey Row this week as part of his “100 Town Hall Tour,” outlining his bid for governor and fielding questions on school funding, taxes, and how Iowa runs elections. Sand, the only Democrat currently holding statewide office, is campaigning ahead of the 2026 race created when […]

Oskaloosa Public Library Expands Community Engagement With New Programs and Exhibits

The Oskaloosa Public Library held its first-ever community engagement event, bringing residents together to hear directly about what is happening in the city and county.

OSKALOOSA, Iowa — The Oskaloosa Public Library has long been more than a repository of books, and this fall it is stepping deeper into its role as a community hub. As part of its strategic plan, the library launched its first-ever community engagement event, bringing residents together to hear directly about what is happening in […]

Oskaloosa’s Kim Dixon Installed as President of American Legion Auxiliary of Iowa

Kim Dixon

OSKALOOSA, Iowa — Leadership in Iowa’s veterans community has taken on a distinctly local flavor this year. On July 20, Oskaloosa’s own Kim Dixon was installed as president of the American Legion Auxiliary Department of Iowa, marking a milestone for both the city and the state. At the same time, Oskaloosa native Darrin Alderson is […]

Oskaloosa Prepares for November City and School Elections

2024 Mahaska County Iowa ballot

September 18, 2025 OSKALOOSA, Iowa — The upcoming November 4, 2025, City/School Election will put both Oskaloosa City Council seats and Oskaloosa School Board positions before voters. With ballots set and candidate forums scheduled, the fall election season is now underway. City of Oskaloosa Races At the city level, Mayor David Krutzfeldt is seeking reelection. […]

Kargol Files Federal Lawsuit Against Oskaloosa Schools

U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Iowa

September 18, 2025 One day after his contract was terminated, former Oskaloosa High School art teacher Matthew Kargol filed a lawsuit in federal district court against the Oskaloosa Community School District. The Lawsuit The case, Kargol v. Oskaloosa Community School District, No. 4:25-cv-00351, was filed Thursday in the United States District Court for the Southern […]

Oskaloosa School Board Terminates High School Art Teacher Matthew Kargol

Oskaloosa Community School Board

September 17, 2025 The Oskaloosa Community School District Board of Directors voted Wednesday evening to terminate the continuing contract of Oskaloosa High School art teacher Matthew Kargol, concluding a process governed by Iowa’s teacher termination statutes. Board Action and Closed Session During the special session, Board President Kathy Butler announced that Superintendent Mike Fisher was […]

Oskaloosa Man Sentenced to 18 Years in Federal Prison for Sexual Exploitation of a Child

DES MOINES, Iowa – An Oskaloosa man was sentenced on September 10, 2025, to 18 years in federal prison for the sexual exploitation of a child. According to public court documents, Matthew Scott Beal, 42, produced child pornography of a minor child. Beal also used the internet to distribute four videos of child pornography to […]

Fatal Crash at Highway 63 and Ewart Road Claims Two Lives

Poweshiek County Sheriff's Office

September 14, 2025 POWESHIEK COUNTY, Iowa — Two people lost their lives Saturday evening, September 13th, following a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Highway 63 and Ewart Road in Poweshiek County. According to the Poweshiek County Sheriff’s Office, the crash occurred at approximately 5:32 p.m. when a vehicle traveling eastbound on Ewart Road failed […]

Mount Pleasant Hands Oskaloosa 34–20 Loss Despite Late Indian Rally

Oskaloosa quarterback Tyler Edgar scrambles from Mt. Pleasant defenders on Friday night.

OSKALOOSA — A furious fourth-quarter push wasn’t enough to erase three quarters of frustration for the Oskaloosa Indians on Friday night. Mount Pleasant built a commanding halftime lead and held on for a 34–20 victory at Statesmen Community Stadium. Mount Pleasant (3–0) jumped ahead early and never trailed, capitalizing on Oskaloosa miscues and punishing defense. […]

           

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