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Oskaloosa Community Schools Announces Search for New Director of Activities

Oskaloosa School Administration

OSKALOOSA, IA — Oskaloosa Community Schools is launching a nationwide search for its next Director of Activities, a role beginning in summer 2025 to further strengthen the district’s athletics and extracurricular programs. This search aligns with the district’s mission, “Engaging ALL Students to Embrace the Power of Learning,” and underscores Oskaloosa Schools’ dedication to providing […]

LAST CALL TO VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE YOUNG AMBASSADORS

This year’s 2023 Young Ambassador Princess is Mia Walker, daughter of Madison and JT Walker. The Prince is Jackson, son of Katie and Jacob Montgomery.

If you have not placed your monetary votes for your favorite Main Street Young Ambassador prince and princesses, now is the time! Eleven local children ages three through kindergarten are seeking support to become this year’s Young Ambassadors. Voting for contestants will close on Monday, December 2 at 11 am. Local merchants sponsoring the children […]

Iowa Sen. Joni Ernst pitches Elon Musk on $1 trillion in federal spending cuts

President-elect Donald Trump, center, sits with, left to right, businessman Howard Lutnick; Iowa U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst; Ernst chief of staff Lisa Goeas; and billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk at Mar-a-Lago, Trump’s Florida estate, last weekend. Ernst gave Musk a letter about suggested cuts in government spending. (Photo courtesy of Ernst’s office)

by Jennifer Shutt, Iowa Capital Dispatch November 25, 2024 WASHINGTON — Iowa Republican Sen. Joni Ernst began proposing ways to cut government spending to the Trump team this weekend, but she’ll need to convince her colleagues in Congress if her ideas are going to have any chance of taking effect — like ending the manufacture […]

History of Mahaska County’s ‘Eggs & Issues’ (Now ‘Coffee & Conversation’) For 2025

Eggs and Issues Panel for Saturday, February 25th, 2023 included, Barb Kniff McCulla from House District 37 and Helena Hayes from House District 88, Adrian Dickey from Senate District 41, and Ken Rozenboom, Senate District 19.

The community gathering known today as Coffee & Conversation has a storied history under its former name, Eggs & Issues. For decades, this beloved event provided Mahaska County residents with a platform to connect with their elected officials, discuss pressing concerns, and learn more about policies affecting the local, state, and national levels. The format […]

Oskaloosa High Alumni Shine on Italian Movie Set

Brooke Richardson and Will Campbell, both juniors at William Penn University and graduates of the OHS Class of 2022, credit their high school experiences for setting the foundation for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. (photo by Brooke Richardson)

How Oskaloosa Schools Laid the Foundation for Hollywood Aspirations PADUA, Italy — Two Oskaloosa High School alumni are turning their creative dreams into reality while working on a film set in Italy. Brooke Richardson and Will Campbell, both juniors at William Penn University and graduates of the OHS Class of 2022, credit their high school […]

Digging Deeper Into Controversial Land Swap Deal

Oskaloosa School Superintendent Mike Fisher.

Oskaloosa, Iowa – November 21, 2024 – The concern over the use of school property was recently addressed by members of the public to the Oskaloosa School Board, and the Board then held a special session to let the public know that a controversial proposal wasn’t getting their approval. Oskaloosa News reached out to Oskaloosa […]

Mahaska Health Welcomes Dr. Roger Harvey to the Infectious Disease Team

Roger Harvey, DO

Mahaska Health is proud to announce the addition of Roger Harvey, DO, a board-certified and Fellowship trained Infectious Disease specialist, to its expert team of physicians. With over 35 years of experience in infectious disease medicine, the last 20 years serving in Des Moines, Iowa, Dr. Harvey’s vast knowledge and dedication to patient-focused care make […]

Trump tells U.S. Senate Republicans they ‘must kill’ journalism shield law

Donald Trump stopped in Des Moines this past week in support of his presidential campaign.

by Jacob Fischler, Iowa Capital Dispatch November 21, 2024 President-elect Donald Trump ordered congressional Republicans on Wednesday to block a broadly popular bill to protect press freedoms, likely ending any chance of the U.S. Senate clearing the legislation. The measure would limit federal law enforcement surveillance of journalists and the government’s ability to force disclosure of […]

City Council Highlights: Oskaloosa Addresses Community Issues and Develops Urban Renewal Plans

Oskaloosa City Hall

Oskaloosa, Iowa—November 18, 2024 – The Oskaloosa City Council convened for its regular session on Monday at City Hall, focusing on key decisions affecting the community. Mayor David Krutzfeldt led the meeting, with all council members present. Key Agenda Items Community Comments Residents raised pressing issues during the open comment session, including concerns over the […]

911 Services Debate Dominates Mahaska County Supervisors Meeting

Mahaska County Courthouse

Oskaloosa, IA – The Mahaska County Board of Supervisors convened Monday morning, November 18, 2024, with a packed agenda addressing pressing issues, most notably the ongoing debate surrounding the county’s 911 services and dispatching challenges. The meeting highlighted the tension between various stakeholders, including county supervisors, city council members, and local residents, over the management […]

               

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