by Robin Opsahl, Iowa Capital Dispatch January 28, 2025 A House subcommittee moved forward Tuesday with a measure that would allow schools to create “threat assessment teams” in an effort to prevent school shootings. House Study Bill 47, a measure introduced by the Iowa Department of Public Safety, would authorize K-12 school districts, private schools […]
ISU Extension and Outreach -Mahaska County to host viewing of two exciting webinar series this winter/spring. To register to join the viewing at the Mahaska County Extension office- please call 641-673-5841 or email striegel@iastate.edu North Dakota State University Extension will host their Field to Fork webinar series starting begin Feb. 12. The webinars will be […]
by Robin Opsahl, Iowa Capital Dispatch January 21, 2025 Local officials told state lawmakers Tuesday that a proposal to prohibit city and county governments from contracting with third-party vendors to collect traffic camera fines runs counter to GOP goals to make government more efficient. House File 3 follows up on changes made in last year’s […]
by Jennifer Shutt and Shauneen Miranda, Iowa Capital Dispatch January 20, 2025 WASHINGTON — Donald Trump took the presidential oath of office for the second time Monday during an inauguration ceremony inside the U.S. Capitol rotunda. The swearing-in marked the culmination of a four-year journey for Trump, whom many Republicans distanced themselves from following the […]
OSKALOOSA, Iowa — Oskaloosa Middle School will welcome Clint Gingerich as its new principal for the 2025-26 school year, pending School Board approval. Gingerich brings a wealth of experience and a passion for fostering student growth and achievement. His demonstrated leadership reflects a strong alignment with the Oskaloosa School vision culture, building a learning community […]
Oskaloosa projects prepare students for the future OSKALOOSA, IA — Jestina Falconer and Jackson Sisul, seniors at Oskaloosa High School, are taking hands-on learning to new heights with their Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) projects. Part of the FFA curriculum, these projects allow students to apply classroom lessons in real-world settings, fostering innovation and creativity. The […]
DES MOINES—Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds delivered her 2025 Condition of the State Address, celebrating Iowa’s progress while charting an ambitious course for the future. Addressing lawmakers, justices, and citizens in the State Capitol, Reynolds declared, “The condition of our state is strong!” Celebrating Progress Reynolds highlighted Iowa’s top national rankings, including being the #1 state […]
The Oskaloosa School Board held its regular meeting on January 14, 2025, addressing a variety of topics ranging from public comments to updates on district programs and financial planning. The meeting began with the approval of the evening’s agenda and a welcome to visitors. Four community members spoke during the public comment section, sharing their […]
by Robin Opsahl and Kathie Obradovich, Iowa Capital Dispatch January 13, 2025 The Iowa Legislature convened for the 2025 legislative session Monday with a new slate of legislators and goals to pass property tax and school cell phone use restrictions, among other proposals. With their new, larger majorities, Iowa legislative leaders said they are aiming […]
by Clark Kauffman, Iowa Capital Dispatch January 13, 2025 The Iowa Court of Appeals has ordered the Cedar Rapids City Council to make public its recording of an illegally closed meeting that took place four years ago. The court’s decision could also impact the manner in which many Iowa school boards, city councils and county […]
