Mahaska County, located in the heart of Iowa, is rich with historical significance, offering a unique glimpse into the state’s past. Established in 1843, the county is named after Chief Mahaska, a prominent leader of the Ioway tribe, known for his leadership and diplomacy with early American settlers. As with many counties in Iowa, Mahaska’s […]
Oskaloosa, IA – Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains one of the leading causes of death globally, and recent insights into the connection between mental health and heart disease are changing the way healthcare professionals approach patient care. Dr. John M. Pargulski of Mahaska Health shared his perspective with Oskaloosa News on the emerging research and global […]
Mahaska Health proudly welcomes Erica Blomme, DO, a board-certified Hospitalist, to its inpatient team. Dr. Blomme earned her medical degree from the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine and completed her residency at John Peter Smith Hospital, where she served as Chief Resident. Dr. Blomme brings a diverse background that includes emergency medicine, inpatient […]
Oskaloosa Teen Discovers Rare Freshwater Jellyfish at Russell Wildlife Area OSKALOOSA, Iowa — A routine fishing trip led to an extraordinary scientific discovery when Oskaloosa High School freshman Oscar Schiferl spotted rare freshwater jellyfish at Russell Wildlife Area over the weekend. “I was fishing in between a tree that fell to see if I could […]
Oskaloosa’s ‘My Jersey Your Impact’ Tradition OSKALOOSA, Iowa – Oskaloosa High School’s football program is fostering a culture of respect and appreciation through the “My Jersey Your Impact” initiative, where senior players honor teachers who have shaped their lives. Now in its fourth year, the program, led by Head Football Coach Brett Doud, allows senior […]
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 […]
