Mahaska Health is thrilled to invite the community to their annual Women’s Health Night. This year’s Women’s Health Night will take place on Tuesday, October 15th, 2024, from 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm at Gateway Church in Oskaloosa, IA. Women are invited to join an evening of fellowship, food, health information, and community. Pre-registration is […]
by Clark Kauffman, Iowa Capital Dispatch October 11, 2024 A group of Midwest egg suppliers are embroiled in litigation over egg prices, with an Iowa company arguing it shouldn’t be forced to disclose its pricing information. A central element of the case is whether a fabricated claim of a bird flu outbreak is to blame […]
Oskaloosa, IA — A tragic accident on Highway 163 near the intersection with Highland Avenue on Friday evening claimed the lives of two Oskaloosa residents and injured two others. The crash, which occurred around 8:47 p.m., remains under investigation by the Iowa State Patrol. Authorities reported that a 2018 Subaru Outback, driven by 43-year-old Sy […]
Italian/American Director Brings International Film Project to Iowa OSKALOOSA, Iowa — For Italian/American filmmaker Max Leonida, Iowa is more than just a shooting location for his upcoming movie, “Winter Harvest” is a chance to revive the state’s reputation as a place for filmmaking. “When I saw Oskaloosa, I saw a land of opportunity,” said Leonida, […]
Mahaska Health is honored to welcome Dr. W. Kimryn Rathmell, Director of the National Cancer Institute (NCI), for a visit at Mahaska Health on Wednesday, October 16th. This visit follows Dr. Rathmell’s participation in the Cancer Consortium Summit, Iowa’s comprehensive cancer conference, bringing together advocates and professionals to exchange best practices in cancer prevention and […]
The Mahaska County Auditor’s Office has been fielding concerns from voters who have received multiple absentee ballot request forms in the mail. Not to worry, says Auditor Teri Rogers. Careful recordkeeping will assure that voters vote only once in a given election. “Political parties and other organizations are permitted to send mass mailings of request […]
At the Oskaloosa City Council meeting held on October 7, 2024, several key issues were addressed that have a significant impact on the local community. Community Comments Addressing Animal Control Issues One of the most pressing concerns came from a community member who voiced their frustration over a growing animal control problem in Oskaloosa. She […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The Mahaska County Board of Supervisors met on October 7, 2024, to address key county issues in a session held at the Mahaska County Courthouse in Oskaloosa. The meeting, which was live-streamed and available via audio conferencing, brought attention to various matters including HIPAA compliance, police protection agreements, and the recent error […]
Oskaloosa, IA – School bus safety is a critical issue for law enforcement in Oskaloosa, Iowa, according to Oskaloosa Police Chief Ben Boeke. In an interview, Boeke provided insights into the common violations drivers commit when approaching school buses, the legal requirements for drivers, and the penalties for failing to stop when a bus is […]
Oskaloosa, IA – The United Way of Mahaska County continues its mission to combat food insecurity, promote literacy, and improve the overall well-being of the local community, with a particular focus on helping families and children. Led by director Michella Friesen, the organization has taken several impactful initiatives to make a positive difference in the […]
