Oskaloosa is about to welcome a new addition to its bustling local scene with the upcoming opening of Full Bloom Brewhouse, a craft beer establishment that promises to bring a unique blend of local flavors and community spirit. The brewhouse, set in a carefully renovated historical space, offers a fresh concept aimed at both beer […]
Dave Baker from Ankeny has dedicated himself to intertwining history, photography, and storytelling through his project, The 29th State. His journey began in childhood with a passion for history, influenced by family members who nurtured his curiosity. While working with the Pella Historical Society, he studied local history and discovered many hidden gems in Iowa, […]
by Ashley Murray and Jennifer Shutt, Iowa Capital Dispatch October 2, 2024 Democratic Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Republican Ohio U.S. Sen. J.D. Vance squared off Tuesday night in a vice presidential debate that marked the last scheduled in-person meeting for the campaigns as Americans decide the country’s next chapter. Meeting for the first time, […]
by Jennifer Shutt, Iowa Capital Dispatch September 30, 2024 WASHINGTON — White House Homeland Security Adviser Elizabeth Sherwood-Randall said Monday during a press briefing there are 600 people unaccounted for following Hurricane Helene, as federal officials mount a response to the catastrophic storm in states across the Southeast. Sherwood-Randall said that could lead the death toll […]
DES MOINES, Iowa (Sept. 30, 2024) – 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 […]
The aggressive actions of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) pose an undeniable threat to our national security. Last year, when a Chinese spy balloon flew over the nation’s airspace garnering national news attention, Chinese-state intelligence operations rose to the forefront of national security discussions. While Beijing’s influence operations are not always as obvious, they are […]
by Brooklyn Draisey, Iowa Capital Dispatch September 27, 2024 PELLA — Things Harry Smith has found in Pella in his first month teaching at Central College: a lovely room above a garage to stay in, an invitation to a home brewing club, and delicious apples from a man with his own stories to tell. What […]
In a recent interview with Oskaloosa News, Dr. Trish R. Millner, MD, MBA, FAAFP from Mahaska Health offered insightful advice on infant health, safety, and preventive care. From vaccinations to mental well-being, Dr. Millner emphasized the importance of proactive parenting and collaboration with healthcare providers. General Infant Health: Protecting Against Serious Illnesses One of the […]
OSKALOOSA, IOWA — Aspiring business owners, innovators, and dreamers will have a unique opportunity to turn their entrepreneurial visions into reality at the upcoming “Idea Lab” event. Organized in partnership with the Mahaska Chamber and Development Group and the Center on Rural Innovation (CORI), this exciting initiative aims to foster a thriving entrepreneurial community in […]
September 23, 2024 Musco Lighting logo on the left with Des Moines Register Top Work Place 2024 logo on the right Musco Lighting named a 2024 Iowa Top Workplace OSKALOOSA, Iowa — For the second year in a row, Musco Lighting has been named as one of Iowa’s Top Workplaces by the Des Moines Register. […]
