Oskaloosa, Iowa- Last week, we asked you if you still supported the Lighted Christmas Parade. 97 residents responded with 66 residents (68%) saying Yes, 26 residents (27%) saying No, and 5 residents (5%) saying Unsure. The Question of the Week Poll is unscientific and does not reflect the views of Osky News. Our question this […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The Christmas Tree at Wal-Mart is still very full of opportunities to share with a child in our community. Nearly 350 children have been added to the tree, and at last count, less than 40 have been bought for. The Mahaska County Sheriff’s Posse, Oskaloosa Police Association, Oskaloosa Firefighters, Wal-Mart, and Wiggs […]
ELECTION FACT SHEET Election Date: Tuesday, December 6, 2011 Poll Hours: 12:00 Noon to 8:00 P.M. for Beacon, Rose Hill, and University Park Voter Eligibility To vote in a Municipal Election, one must be a U.S. Citizen, 18 Requirements: years of age and a registered voter residing in Mahaska County Voter Registration: Early Registration forms […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Taking a walk on your lunch hour might not seem like something you would want to do, but 20 Oskaloosa area residents did just that. They took to Penn Central Mall to cover 1 km of walking on Friday afternoon in what is planned as a monthly event. “We just want to […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – With the sound of dishes being placed on tables, and the buzz of the choir practicing, the 9th Annual Style Show was all set for its biggest year yet. Every year, the Main Street organizers attempt to have something for every age group. Retired, Business, and whole entire offices of ladies join […]
Oskaloosa, IA, December 1, 2011- The Stephen Memorial Animal Shelter (SMAS) will be hosting a holiday open house on Saturday, December 17, 2011 from Noon-3pm at their facility on 2299 235th St. The event is a chance for the public to have a look at the recent improvements in the arrangement of the shelter facilities […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Lighted Christmas Parade “Silver Bells” in honor of Main Street Oskaloosa’s 25th anniversary announces the following award winners out of 65 parade entries: Traveling Trophy for each of the following: “Judges Choice” -Trophy, ribbon, certificate – Mahaska Drug “Children’s Choice – Trophy, ribbon, certificate – Clow Valve Most Outstanding Large Business – […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – With an unusual hush, Oskaloosa Middle School students made their way from the gym and out the back door of the middle school. This is where 8th grade students, staff, and others prepared to release nearly 230 balloons, each one carrying a message written by students. Peer helpers coordinated the effort for […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – With a cool overcast evening, the crowd was slow to gather in downtown Oskaloosa, but not all the activity was on the square to begin with. An art show featuring the works from area kids is on display in the Iowa Building, so along with a soup supper at the Central United […]
Mahaska County Supervisor seeks newly drawn Senate District 40 seat OSKALOOSA – Mahaska County Supervisor Ken Rozenboom said today he will be a strong advocate for southern Iowa and the entire state for private sector job creation, lowering taxes and giving people more say in their own government. Rozenboom announced his candidacy for the newly […]
