OSKALOOSA – Standing outside Mahaska Health, Gary Kelderman, a local business owner, proudly shared his unique way of honoring veterans in the community. With the help of a high-tech laser cutter at his factory, Kelderman has crafted thousands of metal tributes to recognize the service and sacrifice of veterans in Oskaloosa and beyond. Eighteen years […]
In a bold statement defending Iowa’s election laws, Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird accused the Biden-Harris Department of Justice (DOJ) of attempting to pressure the state into allowing noncitizens to vote. Bird’s announcement comes as election integrity issues dominate public discourse ahead of the upcoming 2024 election. “State and federal law are clear: only American […]
Fire Crews and Farmers Join Forces Amid High Winds New Sharon Fire and Rescue Press Release On October 29, at 5:09 pm, New Sharon Fire was paged for a combine and corn field fire near the intersection of Merino Ave and 180th St, one mile SE of Lacey. Mutual aid was requested from the Oskaloosa […]
With the cold season fast approaching, United Way of Mahaska County has launched its annual Winter Coat Drive, a community effort aimed at keeping local families warm throughout the winter months. The organization is collecting new or gently used winter essentials, including coats, snow pants, boots, hats, gloves, and scarves. The deadline to donate is […]
Oskaloosa Main Street is excited to announce, ‘Turn on the Lights!’ to take place in downtown Oskaloosa on Saturday, November 23. Bring your family and friends to the square for the Oskaloosa City Band to kick off the event at 5:30 pm. Join us as building facades around the city square illuminate with over 300,000 […]
Now is the time to place your votes for the Oskaloosa Main Street Young Ambassador of your choice. Eleven local children, ages three through kindergarten are seeking monetary votes to become this year’s Young Ambassador King and Queen. Local business owners sponsor participants by having a money bank with the name and picture of one […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
