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Oskaloosa, Iowa Prepares for Busy Presidential Caucus Night

Mahaska County Caucus locations for 2024

Oskaloosa, IA – As the presidential election season ramps up, Mahaska County Republicans are gearing up for a potentially large turnout at their upcoming caucus. The caucus, a crucial event in the presidential nomination process, is set to witness an influx of voters due to the significance of this election year. Voters are advised to […]

Rule to Depart WPU to Become Commissioner of the Heart of America Athletic Conference

Nik Rule

Oskaloosa–Nik Rule, who has served as the Athletics Director at William Penn University since 2017, will step down at the end of January and will transition into the role of Commissioner of the Heart of America Athletic Conference. Throughout his tenure, Rule’s leadership has been characterized by significant achievements and contributions to the growth and […]

Oskaloosa School District Highlighted By Reynolds During Address

Gov. Kim Reynolds gives the annual Condition of the State address at the Iowa State Capitol, Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024.

Gov. Reynolds delivers 2024 Condition of State Address DES MOINES – Tonight, Gov. Reynolds delivered her 2023 Condition of the State Address. Below are her remarks as prepared for delivery: Condition of the State Address Governor Kim Reynolds January 9, 2024 Madam President, Mr. Speaker, Lt. Governor, legislative leaders and members, justices and judges, my […]

Navigating the Winter Storm in Mahaska County: Essential Safety Information

The view from an Iowa DOT plow truck that is east of Oskaloosa on Highway 92 on January 9th, 2024 at 10:30 am.

Mahaska County, Iowa – Residents of Mahaska County are facing a significant winter storm, with snowfall reports ranging from 9 to 11 inches and still accumulating. The National Weather Service forecasts the snow to gradually ease by the evening, with total accumulations possibly exceeding initial predictions, reaching as much as 14 inches in some areas. This […]

Oskaloosa Police Make Two Arrests For Theft And Burglary

Oskaloosa Police Department (file photo)

January 8, 2024 Oskaloosa Police Department News Release On January 5, 2024, at around 6:47 a.m., officers were called to the 1000 block of Mabel St. in reference to a burglary of a vehicle. When officers arrived, the victim advised that his truck had been broken into and that his handgun was also stolen. On […]

Shape the Future of Mahaska County Parks: Public Input Meeting Announced”

Mahaska County Conservation Board

***The event has now been rescheduled for January 25th The Mahaska County Conservation Board is inviting the public to a crucial meeting on January 11, 2024, at the Environmental Learning Center in Oskaloosa, Iowa. This gathering, in collaboration with Iowa State University’s Community Design Lab, is a significant opportunity for community members to voice their […]

OSKALOOSA HIGH SCHOOL LAUNCHES NEW  ESPORTS PROGRAM

Oskaloosa High School gears up for the inaugural esports season as students assemble for practice in the Esports lab. The team is launching its first winter season with the game Overwatch 2, fostering critical thinking, teamwork, and communication skills. The dedicated esports space, equipped with repurposed and new computers, underscores the school's commitment to providing a top-notch environment for students to explore their passion for gaming. As Oskaloosa joins the Iowa High School Esports Association, the program aims to not only compete but also to create opportunities for scholarships, potential gaming careers, and connections with collegiate programs.

OSKALOOSA, IOWA — Oskaloosa High School will soon launch its new Esports program, an initiative aimed at bringing together students with a passion for gaming and providing them with a structured and competitive platform.  The winter season will focus on the popular game Overwatch 2 and is set to kick off with its first official […]

Acts of kindness are contagious at Iowa laundromat

The Clean Laundry laundromat in Oskaloosa, Iowa. (Photo by Robert Leonard)

by Robert Leonard, Iowa Capital Dispatch January 1, 2024 Perhaps the most taken-for-granted appliances in the home are modern washers and dryers. “We owe the invention of the washing machine to Jacob Christian Schäffer (1767),” according to Speed Queen Investor. “30 years later, an American, Nathaniel Briggs, obtained the first patent for a washing machine. […]

Letter To The Editor: Express My Deep Appreciation

Mahaska County Emergency Management Director Jamey Robinson shares with the commission what the bleed kits are and look like during Thursday's commission meeting.

I am writing to express my deep appreciation to the incredible community of Mahaska County as I step down from my role as the Emergency Management and 911 Administrator after 16 rewarding years of service. Working alongside the resilient and compassionate individuals that make up this community has been an honor. Together, we have faced […]

KIIC Radio’s Unique Tribute to Local First Responders: Blue Christmas

Mahaska County Sheriff Russ Van Renterghem and Mahaska County Emergency Management Coordinator Josh Stevens take their turn at Blue Christmas. (photo submitted)

In a gesture of appreciation and community engagement, KIIC radio, under the leadership of Joe Milledge, has been pioneering a unique tradition known as “Blue Christmas” for the past eight years. This annual event is not just a tribute to local first responders but also a creative platform where officers swap their police radios for […]

           

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