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House passes bill to raise income limits for Iowans with disabilities, restrict WIC eligibility

Under Iowa's Golden Dome. Iowa General Assembly.

by Cami Koons, Iowa Capital Dispatch March 10, 2026 The Iowa House of Representatives passed a bill Tuesday that would increase income limits for Iowans with disabilities who rely on Medicaid for essential services and also put certain restrictions on nutrition assistance programs. Several House Democrats said the bill would lead to starving infants and […]

Sleep Medicine Specialist Dr. Joseph Rowane Joins Mahaska Health Care Team

Mahaska Health is pleased to welcome Joseph Rowane, DO

Mahaska Health has added a new sleep medicine specialist to its care team with the arrival of Dr. Joseph Rowane. The board-certified physician brings more than 20 years of experience and will lead sleep medicine services, including sleep apnea diagnosis, treatment, and sleep lab care for local patients.

THE 1905-1906 OFFSEASON

Oskaloosa Quakers baseball team picture. (archive image)

by Mike Comfort Despite the league successfully completing two seasons, the league wasn’t immune to financial problems. In June Keokuk and Fort Dodge released some of their highest salaried players, which abruptly stopped Fort Dodge’s winning streak. Ottumwa was struggling to stay afloat as their attendance was not strong, despite being in the midst of […]

Wild-Harvested Mushroom Certification Classes to Provide Iowa-Required Training

Iowa State University Extension

AMES, Iowa – Mushroom gatherers who wish to sell wild-harvested mushrooms can attend certification workshops held in Ames on March 28 and April 11. The Iowa Wild-Harvested Mushroom Certification is required for those selling any of the eight state-regulated mushrooms in Iowa, and participants will learn how to distinguish those eight from look-alikes that could […]

Southern Iowa Speedway Race Car Show

By: Jerry Mackey Penn Central Mall Set To Host Race Car Show, March 13 & 14 Osklaoosa, Iowa: The Penn Central Mall in Oskaloosa will be the site of the annual Pre- Season Race Car Show this weekend, March 13 & 14. The show will be held Friday night from 5 to 8 pm and […]

The Dickey Dispatch – March 6th 2026

The Dickey Dispatch by Senator Adrian Dickey

by Senator Adrian Dickey Hello SD44! This week, we learned that two Iowans, Major Jeffrey O’Brien of Waukee and Sergeant Declan Coady of West Des Moines, were killed in action in Kuwait on March 1. They made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country and defending our freedoms. My thoughts and prayers are with their […]

The Rozenboom Report – March 6th 2026

The Rozenboom Report

by Senator Ken Rozenboom A Tribute to our Fallen Soldiers This week, we learned the names of two Iowans who were killed in action in Kuwait on March 1. Major Jeffrey O’Brien of Waukee and Sergeant Declan Coady of West Des Moines both gave their lives in sacrifice to their country and protecting our freedom. […]

From Handshakes to Career Paths

Oskaloosa Middle School students shake hands and talk with local professionals during the school’s Career Walk, part of Career Day. The event gave students the chance to connect with community businesses and learn about a wide range of careers while practicing professional skills like introducing themselves and asking questions.

OSKALOOSA, Iowa – Students at Oskaloosa Middle School invested Thursday doing something different from their typical lessons. Hallways and classrooms were filled with conversations about careers, handshakes with professionals, and questions about the future during the school’s annual Career Day. The event brought professionals from across the community into the building, giving students a chance […]

Kristi Noem out as DHS secretary; Trump to nominate Oklahoma Sen. Mullin

Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem at a Nashville press conference on July 18, 2025, to discuss arrests of immigrants during recent Immigration and Customs Enforcement sweeps. (Photo by John Partipilo/Tennessee Lookout)

by Ariana Figueroa, Iowa Capital Dispatch March 5, 2026 WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump Thursday said Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem will be leaving the post for a job as a special envoy, following an appearance before a U.S. Senate panel this week that provoked bipartisan criticism of her handling of the department that is […]

Gov. Kim Reynolds supports U.S. war in Iran, mourns deaths of Iowans killed in strike

Gov. Kim Reynolds spoke about the deaths of two Iowa U.S. Army Reserve soldiers in an Iranian strike in Kuwait March 5, 2026. (Photo by Robin Opsahl/Iowa Capital Dispatch)

by Robin Opsahl, Iowa Capital Dispatch March 5, 2026 Gov. Kim Reynolds said Thursday she supports the U.S. military action in Iran, as she mourned the loss of two Iowa soldiers in an Iranian strike on a Kuwait facility on March 1. Two of the six U.S. military members killed in the Iran attack on […]

           

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