Oskaloosa, Iowa – Looking for a company to work for can be a long and difficult process. At the same time, looking for qualified employees can be a daunting process for companies. Mahaska County Agricultural and Rural Development (MCARD) and IowaWorks teamed up to host a Job Fair inside Penn Central Mall this week. Iowa’s […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – It was a day filled with a thankful spirit for those who have buttoned up the uniform in defense of our country. Across the nation and in Oskaloosa, businesses and individuals expressed their thanks for service. At the Oskaloosa Hy-Vee, vets enjoyed a complimentary breakfast. Clete Hjorth, Store Director for the Oskaloosa […]
OSKALOOSA, IA — Don’t miss an amazing tribute to one of the most successful bands of all time – Hotel California: A Salute to The Eagles hits the George Daily Auditorium stage on Wednesday, November 18 at 7:30 p.m.! A dynamic, exciting show saluting the music of The Eagles, Hotel California’s music transcends the boundaries […]
At the Oskaloosa Football banquet on Tuesday night, the team handed out awards for the 2015 Oskaloosa Indians Football Team. The Benz Trophy -Joe Sterner David Roepke Commitment to Excellence- Adam Carriker Kenneth E. Heinle Academic Award- Joe Sterner Outstanding Support Staff Member – Erin Shannon Down-Up Award- Matt Presley Jim Peters Outstanding Offensive Lineman- […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The Mahaska County Emergency Management Commission recently met after the passage of a 28E agreement between themselves and the E911 Board that put the responsibility of day-to-day oversight of the emergency communications under the EMA Director’s responsibility. That position is held by Jamey Robinson. Robinson now overseas the emergency dispatch department and […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Leading the way on the discussion on any subject can be a big challenge, often filled with anxiety. For Lily Duffy and her mom Betsy, leading and being a part of the discussion about dyslexia is important, as it’s a family affair for them. Dyslexia is often in families as it can […]
MAHASKA COUNTY – The flu season appears to be off to an early start in Iowa, as the Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced testing by the State Hygienic Laboratory (SHL) has identified cases of influenza. While influenza activity remains low, the identification of the virus in Iowa should serve as motivation for those […]
Albia, Iowa – It was billed as the biggest football game of the year in Class 2A. Number 1 Albia was squaring off against Number 2 South Tama. The move to have the two teams square off outside of the dome was questioned, but for Albia, having home-field advantage for the contest may have proved […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Who would have thought that gaming and having a good time could help to save a life? Many of us grew up in arcades, and you could put a quarter in to get extra lives. Today, arcades are all but quiet, but those quarters can be going to help save lives of […]
Rose Hill, Iowa – Occupants of a rural Rose Hill home barely escaped an early morning fire on Sunday, thanks to their dog. There was no smoke alarm in the home, and the dog woke up the occupants by acting up. The flames were already so intense, one occupant had to escape out a window. Cedar […]
