Oskaloosa, Iowa — The Mahaska County Board of Supervisors convened Monday, December 16, 2024, for their final scheduled meeting of the year. Key agenda items included personnel changes, budget adjustments, and discussions on a new animal ordinance. Recorder Resignation and Replacement Plan The board formally accepted the resignation of County Recorder Jody Van Patten, effective […]
Dec 17 2024 | Posted in
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Oskaloosa, IA – The Oskaloosa City Council approved the amended 28E agreement with the City of Pella for the South Central Regional Airport during its December 16 meeting. The contentious decision reflects the Iowa Supreme Court’s 2022 ruling and Mahaska County’s withdrawal from the original agreement. The resolution passed narrowly, with a 4-3 vote, following […]
Dec 17 2024 | Posted in
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Oskaloosa, IA — During its December 16, 2024, session, the Oskaloosa City Council addressed a range of issues focusing on infrastructure improvement and financial management, aiming to enhance community well-being. The council voted to appoint Randy DeGeest as the interim city manager, effective December 17, 2024. The appointment follows the resignation of the previous city […]
Dec 17 2024 | Posted in
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An Oskaloosa Main Street Press Release The 2024 Lighted Christmas Parade held on Saturday, December 7, was a huge success! Thank you to all who participated, volunteered, and sponsored the 37th Annual Lighted Christmas Parade. “It was a night to remember,” shared Angella Foster, Oskaloosa Main Street Director. “Seeing the joy on people’s faces, from […]
Dec 17 2024 | Posted in
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In the once straightforward realm of buying eggs, the landscape has dramatically shifted. Now, shoppers face a market shaped by government mandates, rising costs, and political corporate activism. At the center of this change is the transition to cage-free egg production, a topic sparking heated debate among policymakers, industry leaders, and consumers. Mandates Reshape the […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa—A unique holiday tradition is chugging along at the Penn Central Mall with the return of the Penn Central Mall Express. This family-friendly attraction, originally built on a 1963 Harley Davidson golf car chassis, underwent a comprehensive refurbishment in 2015 and has since become a beloved centerpiece of the mall’s seasonal celebrations. The charming […]
Dec 11 2024 | Posted in
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Oskaloosa’s annual Lighted Christmas Parade once again captured the holiday spirit, drawing what many locals described as the largest crowd in recent memory. While official attendance numbers have yet to be released by Oskaloosa Main Street, attendees and business owners alike shared their experiences of the event. A Magical Atmosphere The hallmark of the parade […]
Dec 10 2024 | Posted in
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by Robin Opsahl, Iowa Capital Dispatch December 6, 2024 This week in Washington D.C., Iowa’s delegation called for Congress to take action on issues like health care costs — as well as preparing for the transition of power as President-elect Donald Trump soon takes office. Miller-Meeks pushes for pharmacy legislation Republican U.S. Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks […]
Mahaska Health is proud to welcome Ashlyn Rosol, DNP, CRNA, to the Anesthesiology team. As an anesthesiologist, Ashlyn brings a passion for patient-centered care with a focus on serving rural communities. Ashlyn Rosol earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Allen College in Waterloo, Iowa, before completing her Doctor of Nursing Practice in Nurse […]
Dec 7 2024 | Posted in
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The much-anticipated 2024 Holiday Tour of Homes, benefiting Sieda Community Action, is set to delight Mahaska County residents with festive cheer and architectural charm. This annual event will take place on Friday, December 6, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and Saturday, December 7, from 12:30 PM to 4:00 PM. This year’s tour features five […]
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