by Rep. Helena Hays Week 4 Week 4 of the 91st General Assembly has simply flown by. As the session continues on, weeks can blur together as we go to subcommittees, committees, and on to floor debate. This week brought with it a somberness that we will carry with us for some time. Our colleague, […]
by Robin Opsahl, Iowa Capital Dispatch February 10, 2025 Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds signed an executive order Monday officially creating the state Department of Government Efficiency task force. Reynolds said at a news conference the initiative, based on the federal DOGE headed by Elon Musk, will make recommendations to further her administration’s existing efforts to […]
As part of American Heart Month, Mahaska Health is inviting the community to take charge of their cardiovascular health by attending the Heart Health Cholesterol Screening Event on Saturday, February 15, 2025, from 8 AM – 11 AM at Mahaska Health, Door #4. This free event will offer vital health screenings, expert advice, and a […]
by Clint Dye Oskaloosa freshman Mia Luck took to the mat at the Iowa High School Girls State Tournament this past Thursday, February 6th at the Xtream Arena in Coralville. Luck entered the Iowa Class 1A 135 bracket with an overall record of 33-1 and was the number three seed. In her first round, she […]
by Senator Ken Rozenboom This week started off on a somber note as we mourned the loss of Rep. Martin Graber. We were sorry to hear the news of his sudden passing late last week. He was a valued member of the Iowa legislature, and he will be missed. Our hearts and prayers go out […]
by Senator Adrian Dickey Happy Friday Senate District 44! Week four gaveled in with some sadness as the senate chamber took a moment of silence for Representative Martin Graber from Lee County. Martin was a friend and good colleague of mine, and my heart goes out to his family along with the many people who […]
by Robin Opsahl, Iowa Capital Dispatch February 5, 2025 Iowa pharmacists and advocates said Wednesday lawmakers need to pass legislation regulating pharmacy benefit managers, the third-party companies that negotiate prescription prices between health insurance companies, drug manufacturers and pharmacies, in order to keep small businesses and rural pharmacies in business. Subcommittees were held in both […]
At the recent Planning and Zoning Commission meeting in Oskaloosa on February 5, 2025, Musco Lighting’s plans for a parking lot expansion took significant steps forward. The commission reviewed two rezoning applications related to the project and ultimately recommended their approval to the city council, despite some community concerns. Rezoning Applications Reviewed Gridco LLC, a […]
OHS Students Solve Business Problems in Innovation Workshop OSKALOOSA, IOWA — Oskaloosa High School students are tackling real-world business problems through the school’s Innovation Workshop, a hands-on program that partners students with local businesses to find creative solutions to operational challenges. Fifteen students were selected for the program through teacher nominations, Future Business Leaders of […]
In recognition of American Heart Month, Mahaska Health is hosting a free heart health community event. The Mahaska Health Cardiology Services team invites the community to receive free heart health screenings at its main campus in Oskaloosa, through door 4, on Saturday, February 15th, 2025, 8:00 am – 11:00 am. The event is beneficial for […]
