March 29, 2024 Oskaloosa, Iowa—A high-speed chase originating in Marion County was safely concluded on the outskirts of Oskaloosa thanks to the swift action of local law enforcement. Marion County Sheriff’s deputies initiated the pursuit on Highway 163 after observing a vehicle speeding outside Pella, Iowa. The driver, identified as 31-year-old Blaise Donnejour from Ottumwa, […]
The City of Oskaloosa will hold a special election on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, to fill the vacant Fourth Ward seat on the City Council. The election comes after the seat was left open due to the resignation of Steve Burnett. Candidates vying for the position are Jimmy Carter and Abu Ibrahim. Fourth Ward residents […]
Senator Chuck Grassley, an Iowa Republican with decades of service, continues to show his commitment to addressing a range of pressing national issues, from health care to human trafficking. He also engages directly with the younger generation, as evident in his recent visit to Oskaloosa High School. During a session with Oskaloosa High School students, […]
by Robin Opsahl, Iowa Capital Dispatch March 27, 2024 Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds on Wednesday signed into law her top priority for the 2024 legislative session: a bill making changes to Iowa’s Area Education Agencies. Surrounded by Republican lawmakers and joined by school superintendents and other stakeholders, Reynolds signed House File 2612 into law, the […]
by Clark Kauffman, Iowa Capital Dispatch March 27, 2024 The Iowa House Committee on Government Oversight held a rare meeting Wednesday to discuss the City of Davenport’s refusal to disclose information tied to $1.9 million in settlements paid to former city employees. The city is opposing a subpoena that Iowa Auditor of State Rob Sand […]
OTTUMWA, IA (March 27, 2024) – Experience the attitude and excitement of live professional wrestling when Central Empire Wrestling (CEW) returns to the Bridge View Center for Bridge City Slam VI Saturday, September 7 at 7pm. Tickets start at $20 ($25 day of show) and go on sale this Friday, March 29 at 10am at […]
by Brooklyn Draisey, Iowa Capital Dispatch March 26, 2024 Central College will explore a “decision science” curriculum in the hopes of preparing students for an evolving world of business, driven by support from a locally based, globally active business. Precision Pulley & Idler (PPI), a Pella-based manufacturing company, has awarded a planning grant of $50,000 […]
by Robin Opsahl, Iowa Capital Dispatch March 26, 2024 The Iowa House passed a measure Tuesday that could revive a tax rebate program for filming movies in Iowa in an effort to bring moviemakers back to the state. Rep. Jane Bloomingdale, R-Northwood, said she felt like “this is one of the best bills that we’re […]
The first day to request an Absentee Ballot for the Primary Election is Tuesday, March 26, 2024, and the first day to mail absentee ballots is Wednesday, May 15. To obtain an absentee ballot, please go to the Mahaska County’s website https://elections.mahaskacountyia.gov/vote/absentee/ or the Secretary of State’s website www.sos.state.ia.us/elections and download the Absentee Ballot Request […]
OSKALOOSA, IOWA — The Oskaloosa Community Schools has hired Luke Trainer as its next high school band teacher. Trainer, an Osky alumnus, brings a wealth of experience and passion for music education, making him an ideal fit to lead the Oskaloosa High School Band program. Trainer’s journey in music education began after graduating from OHS […]
