by Robin Opsahl, Iowa Capital Dispatch August 17, 2026 U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told Iowa State Fairgoers Monday he honored the Iowa soldiers killed in Kuwait, while saying the U.S.-Iran conflict was necessary to keep Americans safe. The defense secretary also spoke on the anti-DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) policies and other changes made […]
DES MOINES, Iowa (Aug. 17, 2026) – Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig commented on the Iowa Crop Progress and Condition Report released by the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service. The report is released weekly April through November. Additionally, the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship provides a weather summary each week during this […]
OSKALOOSA, Iowa – Ella Walter learned to swim at the Mahaska County YMCA. Now, as a senior on the Oskaloosa High School girls swim team, she is preparing to spend part of her final season in a brand-new pool built for the next generation of Oskaloosa swimmers. “I learned how to swim here, and I’ve […]
by Sam Gauntt, Iowa Capital Dispatch August 15, 2026 The Democratic National Committee on Saturday approved by voice vote its lineup of six early primaries for the 2028 election cycle, kicking off with South Carolina and Nevada. DNC Chair Ken Martin said during Saturday’s meeting that the early lineup reflects the diversity of the party’s […]
by Bill Wright KNOXVILLE, Iowa (August 15, 2026) – Kyle Larson’s night started with a NASCAR Cup run in Richmond, Virginia, but thanks to a three-hour rain delay and a fast jet, he made it to Knoxville Raceway early Sunday morning to claim the $200,000 top prize in the 65th NOS Energy Drink Knoxville Nationals […]
Iowa State Auditor and governor candidate Rob Sand discussed government trust, his work as a prosecutor and concerns about Flock license plate cameras during an Oskaloosa visit.
Oskaloosa Community School District is welcoming 16 new teachers while preparing students and families for the first day of classes on August 24th.
An Oskaloosa Police Department Press Release **Armed Robbery Investigation** On Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at approximately 10:58 a.m., the Oskaloosa Police Department responded to a reported armed robbery at Kwik Star, located at 1510 A Avenue West in Oskaloosa. The investigation determined that three individuals entered the business with their faces concealed. At least one […]
U.S. Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks visited Clow Valve in Oskaloosa to learn how investment, innovation, energy costs and federal policies affect the local manufacturer.
More than 150 students are trained each week during the summer, while the school-year program reaches about 300 students. Oskaloosa’s strength and conditioning program is now in its third year. More students are joining, the training facility has been renovated, and coaches are using data more than ever to help athletes get better. Osky Strength […]
