A Mahaska County Sheriff’s Office Press Release On Tuesday, June 25th,2024, the Mahaska County Sheriff’s Office was contacted by the U.S. Department of Justice’s Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force. Information was provided to the Sheriff’s Office, by an Investigator of ICAC, that led to the Sheriff’s Office executing a search warrant in Barnes […]
June was a busy month! I know you all would agree with me that the spring months flew by and here we are…already waiting to celebrate our country’s independence! Since my last newsletter, many significant events have occurred that I am highlighting in this newsletter. As always, I like to be thorough in these updates […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Soccer, often referred to as the world’s most popular sport, is making significant strides in the United States, with communities embracing the game in innovative ways. One such initiative that is creating a buzz is the Musco Mini-Pitch System. Developed in collaboration with the US Soccer Foundation, this system is designed to […]
The International Altrusa Club of Oskaloosa held a dedication ceremony for a new Little Free Library on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. The event took place at the Edmundson Park Playground and was aimed at promoting literacy within the community. The Altrusa International Club is a global non-profit organization dedicated to community service […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The much-anticipated Concert on the Square is set to return on August 31, 2024, bringing top Christian music performers and a host of family-friendly activities to the heart of Oskaloosa. This free event, which has become a staple of the Labor Day weekend festivities, continues to grow, drawing crowds in the thousands […]
by Jennifer Shutt, Iowa Capital Dispatch June 28, 2024 WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden touched on a flood of criticism of his debate performance during a rally on Friday, while Democrats interviewed on Capitol Hill said the party must figure out a way to reassure voters after what they described as a “terrible” showing and […]
OSKALOOSA, Iowa – This summer, the Mahaska County YMCA is bursting with activities for all ages, offering everything from summer camps to swim lessons, coed softball, and fitness challenges. “Since we moved, we’ve increased our membership by more than 50%,” said Katy Greene, Director of Membership and Marketing. “We want to offer programs so that […]
by Robin Opsahl, Iowa Capital Dispatch June 27, 2024 President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump debated at CNN’s studios in Atlanta, Georgia, on Thursday night, the first showdown of the 2024 general election season for the presumptive presidential nominees. The debate was heated, with candidates accusing one another of lying about their and their opponent’s […]
by Jennifer Shutt, Iowa Capital Dispatch June 27, 2024 President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump pitched to undecided voters Thursday night during the first debate of the presidential campaign — trading insults over their policy differences, immigration and who represents a threat to democracy. During the debate from CNN’s headquarters in Atlanta, the […]
***The Missing Juvenile Has Been Located Keokuk County Sheriff’s Office Press Release The Keokuk County Sheriff’s Office requests the public’s assistance in locating a missing juvenile. Emily Conger, age 16, from Sigourney, Iowa, was last seen on Saturday, June 22, 2024, in Sigourney, Iowa. Emily is approximately 5’2” tall, 110 pounds with brown shoulder-length hair […]
