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Mahaska Chamber and Development to Host Community Meeting on Transformative Transload Facility Project

Proposed SE Connector

Oskaloosa residents are invited to a community meeting on August 28 at 8:30 a.m. at the Environmental Learning Center to discuss a transportation development that could enhance the local economy and improve transportation infrastructure. The meeting will present the findings of the Oskaloosa Transload Facility Feasibility Study, conducted by the Mahaska Chamber and Development Group […]

County Hires New Auditing Firm and Reviewing Police Protection Agreements

Mahaska County Courthouse

The Mahaska County Board of Supervisors convened on Monday, August 19, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. for their regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting covered a variety of topics, including approvals of bills, payroll changes, and upcoming events. Key Decisions and Discussions: Approval of Agenda and Previous Meeting Minutes: The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and […]

Oskaloosa Police Department Recognized At Recent Council Meeting

Oskaloosa Police Department received the prestigious FBI-LEEDA Agency Trilogy Award from COO Michael Robinson Sr. at the Oskaloosa City Council meeting recently. This honor, awarded to fewer than 150 agencies nationwide, recognizes the department's commitment to excellence through nationally renowned training. The department expressed deep gratitude to the Council for supporting their ongoing efforts in recruitment, retention, and staying current with best practices. (photo OPD Facebook page)

The Oskaloosa City Council convened for its regular session on August 19, 2024, at 6:00 p.m., with Mayor David Krutzfeldt presiding. The meeting was well-attended, with all council members present: Almond, Caligiuri, Comfort, Drost, Hermsen, Ibrahim, and Ossian. Community Comments During the community comments segment, three residents voiced their concerns and updates: Alicia Helm from […]

National Guard Hero Honored with Iowa Medal of Merit for Life-Saving Act

Staff Sergeant Nicolas M. Darland of the Iowa National Guard, with his family at a recent awards ceremony.

Oskaloosa, IA — In a ceremony held at the Oskaloosa Armory on Sunday, August 18, 2024, Staff Sergeant Nicolas M. Darland of the Iowa National Guard was awarded the Iowa Medal of Merit for his exceptional courage in saving the life of a fellow Iowan, Nathan Kessler. The incident occurred on December 18, 2023, in […]

Mahaska County Now Accepting Absentee Ballot Requests

Control ballots, voting, Election

Mahaska County, IA—August 27, 2024— The Mahaska County Auditor’s Office has officially begun accepting requests for absentee ballots for the upcoming elections. Residents can request their absentee ballots by calling the Auditor’s Office at 641-673-7148 or by visiting the office in person during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. […]

Local Flight Instructor Raffles Rare Mustang to Boost Aviation Education

Jeff Jorgenson, a local flight instructor and author of the award-winning book "Open Air Flight Club," has taken a unique approach to support aviation education by donating his rare 1979 Mustang Pace Car Edition to be raffled off. The proceeds from the raffle will benefit the 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, Open Air Education, which aims to promote aviation as an ideal STEM learning platform in public schools.

Knoxville, Iowa – Jeff Jorgenson, a local flight instructor and author of the award-winning book “Open Air Flight Club,” has taken a unique approach to support aviation education by donating his rare 1979 Mustang Pace Car Edition to be raffled off. The proceeds from the raffle will benefit the 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, Open Air Education, […]

Mahaska Health Opens New CareRx Pharmacy to Enhance Patient Experience

Pictured (left to right), Mahaska Health CareRx Pharmacy Team: Amy Brisel, Mary Smith, Kaitlin Monohon, Shauna Richardson, Jessica Waits, Ellen Alexander and Jenny Anderson

Mahaska Health announces the opening of its new on-site pharmacy, CareRx, providing convenient, comprehensive, and cost-effective pharmaceutical services to the community. The new pharmacy is located next to the Walk-in Clinic through Door #4 at the Mahaska Health Oskaloosa campus. Mahaska Health’s CareRx Pharmacy offers a seamless healthcare experience by providing patients with immediate access […]

Mahaska Health Welcomes Dr. Tapryal to the Mahaska Health Care Team

Sameer Tapryal, MD

OSKALOOSA, IA. Mahaska Health is honored to announce esteemed Hospitalist Sameer Tapryal, MD, has joined the Mahaska Health Hospitalist Care Team. Dr. Tapryal, a Board-Certified Hospitalist by the American Board of Internal Medicine, brings his enthusiasm and dedication, helping our team provide 24/7 Trauma, Orthopaedics, General Surgery, Obstetrics, Respiratory, and Emergency Medicine care for our […]

Brock Brings Experienced Leadership to Oskaloosa Middle School During Year of Recovery

Linda Brock

OSKALOOSA, Iowa — The Oskaloosa Schools has appointed a one-year interim principal for Oskaloosa Middle School for the 2024-25 school year. At a time of healing and transition, OMS welcomes Linda Brock as the interim principal. Brock, a retired school administrator with over 37 years of experience, is stepping out of retirement to provide leadership […]

Kyle Larson Leads from Start to Finish in Third Knoxville Nationals Triumph!

Kyle Larson won the 2024 Knoxville Nationals (Paul Arch Photo)

by Bill Wright KNOXVILLE, Iowa (August 10, 2024) – Kyle Larson was the class of the field all week at the 63rd NOS Energy Drink Knoxville Nationals, and Saturday he capped it off with his third career win in sprint car racing’s biggest event. The Elk Grove, California driver earned $190,000 for his win aboard […]

           

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