Mahaska County has been chosen to receive $5,334 to supplement emergency food and shelter programs in the county. The selection was made by a National Board that is chaired by the Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency and consists of representatives from The Salvation Army, American Red Cross; United Jewish Communities; Catholic Charities, […]
Jan 22 2013 | Posted in
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by Amy Langdon The Mahaska County Board of Supervisors held a public hearing Monday about the new General Relief ordinance, which outlines how the county can provide assistance to residents “in emergency situations with meeting basic needs such as medical, shelter, food, and utilities.” No public comments were made. Connie Kitzman of Mahaska County’s General […]
Jan 22 2013 | Posted in
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The 2013 Session of the 85th General Assembly is underway. I’m honored to be a part of the state legislative process, and I find it to be a humbling responsibility. Suddenly my opinions are not just something private anymore, and the reality of making decisions that affect the lives of all Iowans demands that we […]
Jan 20 2013 | Posted in
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LAST MINUTE CONCERNS OF PEOPLE WHO GO TO THE POLLS ON ELECTION DAY: What if I go to the polls and they tell me I can’t vote because I requested an absentee ballot? You will be asked to fill out a form saying that you did not receive an absentee ballot. You can then vote […]
Jan 20 2013 | Posted in
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As part of his Condition of the State address, Governor Branstad released his budget proposal for Fiscal Year 2014 and 2015. As in the previous two years, the Governor’s budget is built upon his goals to create 200,000 jobs, raise family incomes by 25 percent, make Iowa #1 in education again and reduce the cost […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The holidays may be past, but the stories of kindness and a caring community continue to come to light. One such story of caring comes from Slumberland Furniture in Oskaloosa, where an owner and its employees took to the airwaves to help spread some Christmas joy. Corporate Slumberland has always had what […]
Jan 20 2013 | Posted in
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Des Moines, Iowa – The legislative session has begun for Iowa, and with it came two freshmen legislators for the area. Sen. Ken Rozenboom and Rep. Larry Sheets, both Republicans reported to the state house for the first time, with Rep. Guy Vander Linden, also a Republican joining them. Absorbing all of the information thrown […]
Jan 18 2013 | Posted in
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Oskaloosa, IA – Tax season is just around the corner, and United Way of Mahaska County is in need of volunteers to help with their VITA Tax Site program. United Way is currently looking for individuals interested in becoming IRS Certified VITA Volunteer Preparers as well as receptionists for the appointment days. Tax preparation assistance […]
Jan 18 2013 | Posted in
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MAHASKA COUNTY – While there’s been a lot of talk about the flu already this year, Mahaska Health Partnership wants you to know that it is not too late to get your flu shot. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), Iowa’s flu activity is widespread over the state and the country. The flu […]
Jan 18 2013 | Posted in
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Oskaloosa, Iowa – The Salvation Army just concluded their 2012 bell ringing season and want to thank everyone who helped almost reach our goal. Your generous contributions in the kettles this year exceeded $39,131.49 dollars. Our goal was $40,000.00. We will be able to help many more families and individuals this year. We want to […]
Jan 17 2013 | Posted in
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