City of Oskaloosa Proclamation Emily Russell Day November 30,2023 WHEREAS, longevity of life is a blessing for an individual and for a community which benefits from the knowledge, creativity, and experiences this individual brings to all; and, WHEREAS, the City of Oskaloosa would like to recognize Mrs. Emily Russell to commemorate her 100th birthday and […]
An Oskaloosa Police Department Press Release November 21, 2023 On November 21, 2023, at approximately 6:34 p.m., members of the Oskaloosa Police Department were dispatched to the area of 200 Terrace Dr regarding an armed man in the driveway screaming. During the investigation, officers made contact with the subject inside the house. The male, later […]
If you have not placed your monetary votes for your favorite Main Street Young Ambassador, now is the time. Twenty local children ages three through kindergarten are seeking support to become this year’s Young Ambassadors. Voting for contestants will close Monday, November 27th at 11am. Local merchants who are sponsoring the children have banks with […]
Oskaloosa, November 18th, 2023 – Downtown Oskaloosa welcomed the holiday season with its annual “Turn on the Lights” event at City Square Park. Held on Saturday from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM, the event featured a range of activities for families and community members. The highlight of the evening was the “Painting with Lights” show […]
by Jeff Jorgenson An email came in the other day from a gentleman in Tennessee planning to participate in the Fly Iowa Challenge later this summer. As part of the challenge, he will visit all public airports in Iowa, flying his Piper Cherokee. He is an Iowa native who learned to fly in Des Moines […]
by Robin Opsahl, Iowa Capital Dispatch November 17, 2023 Republican presidential candidates shared personal stories about their faith, their opposition to abortion and their support of Israel at the Family Leader’s Presidential Thanksgiving Forum in Des Moines Friday, hoping to win evangelical Iowans’ support in the 2024 Iowa caucuses. Three candidates, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, […]
Oskaloosa, IA – November 17, 2023 – A late-night police operation in Oskaloosa led to the apprehension of a local man, following a response to reports of potential car burglaries. Shane Followill, 35, of Oskaloosa, was taken into custody after a brief confrontation with law enforcement officers. At around 1:20 a.m. on November 17, officers […]
by Brooklyn Draisey, Iowa Capital Dispatch November 15, 2023 Eight Iowa lawmakers have rejected an invitation from Grinnell College, citing their disagreement with the college’s response to pro-Palestine protests on campus. In a Nov. 13 letter signed by State Representatives Barb Kniff McCulla, Austin Harris, Dean Fisher, Jon Dunwell, Helena Hayes and Hans Wilz and […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The Oskaloosa Art Center recently hosted the World Food Celebration, a unique event that brought together culinary traditions from around the globe. This remarkable event was a joint effort by William Penn University Student Services, and FACE (Fine Arts & Cultural Events) of Mahaska County. The celebration showcased the students’ diverse cultural […]
Synchronized to Perfection: Oskaloosa’s Square transforms into the ultimate holiday destination OSKALOOSA, IA – The City of Oskaloosa and the Oskaloosa Golden Goose Club are delighted to share a new mix of creativity, light, and sound to add to the holiday tradition and promise to bring joy to Oskaloosa this Holiday season with the addition […]
