Pleasant Grove Homestead, a family-run agricultural business, has carved out a unique niche in the rural areas around Oskaloosa, Sigourney, and Montezuma. Their commitment to providing fresh, locally sourced produce, meat, and eggs is matched by their dedication to educating the community about healthy eating through their informative blog. The journey of Pleasant Grove Homestead […]
Dec 5 2023 | Posted in
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OSKALOOSA, IA – Penn Central Mall has announced the return of its much-anticipated holiday tradition, the Penn Central Mall Express train rides. Beginning from the first Tuesday of December until Christmas, the mall will offer free train rides to visitors as a part of its holiday festivities. The train rides will take place every Tuesday […]
Dec 5 2023 | Posted in
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DES MOINES – State Treasurer Roby Smith is reminding Iowans to register for the College Savings Iowa Year-End Giveaway before it ends December 31, 2023. “If you know a child and want to start their education savings or give their existing savings a boost, register to win one of two $5,290 College Savings Iowa account […]
Dec 5 2023 | Posted in
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Eggs and Issues Gets A New Name The Mahaska Chamber & Development Group is announcing the anticipated 2024 lineup for its Coffee & Conversation event, previously known as Eggs and Issues. This engaging series of informative sessions provides Mahaska County residents with invaluable insights into state, county, and local topics, fostering opportunities for community members […]
Dec 4 2023 | Posted in
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Public Comment Sought on Draft National Strategy That Aims to Reduce Food Loss and Waste in the U.S. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released a national strategy that will drive progress toward the national goal to reduce food loss and waste […]
Dec 4 2023 | Posted in
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November 28, 2023 “Wolves and Wild Lands” Exhibit Makes a Stop at the Environmental Learning Center- The International Wolf Center’s “Wolves and Wild Lands” exhibit has been traveling across Iowa and is making a stop at the Mahaska County Environmental Learning Center from December 1-29, 2023. This exhibit brings fascinating stories of wolves and their […]
Dec 3 2023 | Posted in
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(Oskaloosa, Iowa) – Several Oskaloosa residents have dressed up their homes to enter this year’s Home Decorating Competition. Santa’s elves, with assistance from local Lori Oaks of Hawkeye Real Estate, have driven through Oskaloosa to judge the best Christmas light displays. The winners have now been chosen! · Best in Show: Flor Paz & Jason […]
Dec 1 2023 | Posted in
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Union Mills, Iowa, December 1st, 2023 — The Union Mills Community Christmas Free Store, an initiative to support families during the holiday season, is set to open its doors for the second year. Founded by a local couple, the store provides Christmas gifts, stocking stuffers, and essential items like socks and underwear to children in […]
Dec 1 2023 | Posted in
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November 28, 2023 “Wolves and Wild Lands” Exhibit Makes a Stop at the Environmental Learning Center- The International Wolf Center’s “Wolves and Wild Lands” exhibit has been traveling across Iowa and is making a stop at the Mahaska County Environmental Learning Center from December 1-29, 2023. This exhibit brings fascinating stories of wolves and their […]
Dec 1 2023 | Posted in
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by Jennifer Shutt, Iowa Capital Dispatch November 30, 2023 WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst is doing okay after a fellow senator, Rand Paul of Kentucky, had to perform the Heimlich maneuver on the Iowa Republican when she choked on food during a closed-door GOP lunch Thursday. “Can’t help but choke on the woke policies […]
