Smith, who begins November 6, will be responsible for leading the Chamber’s efforts in community development, membership, tourism and events. “We are very excited to have Ann on board as the Chamber Director. She is an excellent communicator, and has proved herself to be driven and diligent in her work. She will undoubtedly be an […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The Oskaloosa School Board met for the second time during October and heard a presentation by Eagle Point Solar, as well as discussed staff salary structure. Larry Steffen, Vice President of Sales at Eagle Point Solar made a presentation to the board about what a solar system could potentially do for the […]
BURR! It’s getting chillier out there. Help share the warmth with those in our community that need it! The 10th Annual Winter Coat Drive will take place between September 20, 2017 and January 31st, 2018. Collection boxes for the drive will be placed at 18 locations around Oskaloosa (see list below). The drive is a […]
New Sharon, Iowa – Coaches can make significant impacts on young people’s lives, and some coaches just stand out. North Mahaska Head Wrestling Coach Ryan Groom has been racking up votes in a contest sponsored by US Cellular named ‘Most Valuable Coach.’ Groom was recognized as one of those coaches making a “profound impact” in […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – When there is an emergency, we’re all familiar with the procedure to pick up the phone and call 911. What happens if you are in a situation where calling 911 may put you in further danger, or you can’t speak due to an injury? Text to 911 is coming online across Iowa, […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The spooky time of year is upon us, and members of the Oskaloosa Community Theater helped to bring a classic tale to life on Saturday afternoon. Rachel Singley and Allison McGuire were the two Oskaloosa Community Theater (OCT) members who helped to plan and coordinate the Murder in Wonderland and Victorian carnival […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – It was a proud moment that symbolized and affirmed all the hard work was paying off when Oskaloosa Police Officer Brandon Blanchard was recognized as Officer of the Year for 2017. Blanchard, a senior patrol officer, got started in his law enforcement career as an intern back in 2012 when he was […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The long bus ride back from West Burlington Friday night was filled with excitement coming off the win against West Burlington/Notre Dame 56-13. There was some apprehension on that ride home, not knowing for sure if that was going to be the final game of the season, or if their slim chance […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The position for city council at large has two open seats this election cycle, and four individuals are seeking those. The incumbents Scottie Moore and Tom Walling are being challenged by Wyatt Russell and Charlie Comfort. Russell came to the Oskaloosa area when he was five years old, and graduated from Oskaloosa […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The position for city council at large has two open positions this election cycle, and four individuals are seeking those positions. The incumbents Scottie Moore and Tom Walling are being challenged by Wyatt Russell and Charlie Comfort. Comfort has lived in Oskaloosa nearly his entire life, except for approximately a year when […]
