Oskaloosa, Iowa – It’s an annual event for the Mahaska County Democrats. The once-a-year chance to serve up some food, a bit of fun and conversation, all along with helping to raise some funds for their local political efforts. This year’s supper was just like most others. Paul DeGeest was serving up his famous chili, […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Time and people slipped by the unassuming plaque located on the north side of the square. But there, beneath that old ragged flagpole, the plaque would speak to anyone who would peek over the hedge. But for a memorial remembering the sacrifices given by our soldiers, that’s not good enough. So the […]
CRI’s Midweek News for October 17th – The county supervisors join the conversation about Oskaloosa’s transportation problems. A scheduled bus route may be in the works. – CRI talks with the two men who’d like to join the Board of Supervisors. Check out their views on highway 63 improvements before Thursday’s debate. – And […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The Oskaloosa Volleyball team concluded the regular season with a straight-set sweep of Norwalk 25-14, 25-15, 25-12. This puts the Indians at 18-17 overall and 5-1, champions of the Little Hawkeye Conference. Before the match, Oskaloosa’s nine senior members were recognized for their contributions to the program – Ashley Bennett, Allie Christenson, […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The Oskaloosa Fire Department is asking the public for any information that may help identify any individual or individuals who may be responsible for setting fire to a dumpster behind the former Wilcox-Garland building and that currently houses Oskaloosa Antiques (203 High Ave East). Oskaloosa Fire Chief Mark Neff said that the […]
Submitted by Marvin Knoot and Christy Bellinger During their August 28, 2012 Annual Meeting, the North Mahaska Education Foundation (NMEF) awarded nearly $5,000 in grants. Grant money will be used to purchase creative play equipment for the transitional kindergarten, and technology-based dynamic system experiment sets for the NM High School Physics program. Scholastic Dollars raised […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – It never fails, your late for work and the big yellow school bus just seems to be taking it’s time as it lumbers from stop to stop. A new law that has taken effect this year adds increased penalties for drivers who pass a stopped school bus. In March of 2012, Gov. […]
by Amy Langdon The Oskaloosa City Council approved the purchase of a new $141,572 dump truck. Mayor Dave Krutzfedlt said at Monday’s meeting that the truck will allow staff to better haul equipment and make repairs around the city. The meeting also included a public hearing regarding weed maintenance. The council is considering a resolution […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The annual CROP Walk, a walking fundraiser to bring awareness and raise funds to feed the hungry, began at the Lacey Recreation Complex on Sunday, October 14th. The wind was biting cold, but walkers said once they began the walk it was comfortable enough. The walk began at the 5-plex baseball fields, […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – On Monday, representatives from the various departments within the county gave their reports to the Supervisors. MCARD representative Deann DeGroot informed the board about various projects and meetings she has been involved with. DeGroot told the board about a fundraising drive being developed for the Oskaloosa Area Chamber and Development group. A […]
