Oskaloosa, Iowa – Helping kids have all of the supplies needed for school has been the main goal of ‘Operation Backpack’ since it’s inception. This year, with the addition of ‘Stuff the Bus’, more school supplies will be available for students throughout the year. Laurie Fiscella, Vice President of the Oskaloosa School Board, was one […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The sound of a whistle and a coach barking out orders is a sure sign that football season isn’t very far away. Football camp for 2012 kicked off today at the practice field behind the Oskaloosa High School, with kids in grades 7 to 12 participating. Coaches were all assigned specific areas […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – One hundred years at anything is reason to celebrate, and the Central Reformed Church here in Oskaloosa wanted a way to help give back during their year long celebration. Judi Braaksma said the group was performing a mobile packaging center for ‘Meals from the Heartland’. Some of the larger packaging events have […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – When any employee retires, colleagues come out to wish their co-worker well. But when your four legged and furry, a nice scratch behind the ear works just fine. Nash has officially retired from the Oskaloosa Police Department and has taken to resting on the couch at his partners house just fine. Oskaloosa […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The days are quickly counting down to the general election in November. Less than 100 days remain, with the candidates and their campaigns quickly picking up the pace to secure their base, and to reach out to the independent and swing vote. Pella Disability Attorney Tim Tripp (D) has served on the […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – If you’re a fan of great music, our historic bandstand, and tradition, you won’t want to miss Thursday’s festivities. The square will be filled with the smells and sounds we’ve grown to love during Oskaloosa’s annual Sweet Corn Serenade. The band will begin playing at 8 p.m. This concert will be special […]
by A.J. Hodgeman Tyler Sash: “I have to own up to my mistake.” Watch video of Sash addressing the media (source: ESPN) New York Giants Safety and former Iowa Hawkeye, Tyler Sash has been suspended for 4 games for violating the NFL’s performance enhancing drug policy. Sash tested positive for Adderall in March. He says he […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Mark your calendars for Thursday, August 2! Main Street’s Sweet Corn Serenade in downtown Oskaloosa will be the place for you. It will be a day packed with food, music by American Pie, kids’ crafts & games, a craft & product show, contests and MORE. There is fun for the whole family. […]
MAHASKA COUNTY – The weather was ideal for the more than 230 participants who gathered July 28 at Lacey Sports Complex to take part in the Mahaska Health Partnership Foundation’s 2nd annual “Run in the Sun” 5K Run and 1-Mile Walk fundraiser. This year’s event raised approximately $9,600 for the MHP Hospice Serenity House. Before […]
by Maureen McKamey Oskaloosa, Iowa – During an Oskaloosa Housing Trust Fund board work session this week, the board talked about how to improve the quality and appearance of homes and apartments in town. The city of Oskaloosa commissioned a housing study that showed that of the over 4000 single family homes in Oskaloosa, the […]
