
Oskaloosa, IA — In an effort to transform the local entertainment landscape and provide new amenities to residents, the Oskaloosa City Council has entered into a development agreement with Gateway II, LLC for the creation of the Trio Entertainment Complex. The $17 million, 46,000-square-foot facility, located at 2333 Coal Mine Loop, is expected to include […]
Oct 22 2024 | Posted in
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Mahaska Health is pleased to welcome Jay Blomme, MD, a board-certified Family Medicine Physician and Sports Medicine Physician who specializes in Pain Management to their esteemed team of healthcare providers. Dr. Blomme completed his medical degree at the University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine, where he was a member of the Carver Rural Iowa […]
Oct 20 2024 | Posted in
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October 18, 2024 – Bracewell Stadium, Burlington, IA In a thrilling Friday night showdown, the Oskaloosa Indians surged to a 41-34 victory over the Burlington Greyhounds, clinching the win with an electrifying 28-point fourth quarter. The Indians’ explosive offense overwhelmed Burlington in the final moments, marking one of the season’s most memorable comebacks. Burlington struck […]

DES MOINES, IOWA – Iowa’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate remained at 2.9 percent in September amid a labor force that remained largely static despite job reductions. The state’s labor force participation rate held steady at 66.3 percent. The U.S. unemployment rate decreased to 4.1 percent in September. “The September report is evidence that many Iowa […]
Oct 19 2024 | Posted in
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First case of ash tree-killing insect confirmed in Emmet County DES MOINES, Iowa (Oct. 17, 2024) – Emerald ash borer (EAB), an ash tree-killing insect, has now been confirmed in all of Iowa’s 99 counties. Insect samples were collected from a declining ash tree in Armstrong earlier this month by staff from the Iowa Department […]
Oct 18 2024 | Posted in
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Mahaska County, located in the heart of Iowa, is rich with historical significance, offering a unique glimpse into the state’s past. Established in 1843, the county is named after Chief Mahaska, a prominent leader of the Ioway tribe, known for his leadership and diplomacy with early American settlers. As with many counties in Iowa, Mahaska’s […]
Oct 18 2024 | Posted in
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Oskaloosa, IA – Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains one of the leading causes of death globally, and recent insights into the connection between mental health and heart disease are changing the way healthcare professionals approach patient care. Dr. John M. Pargulski of Mahaska Health shared his perspective with Oskaloosa News on the emerging research and global […]

by Robin Opsahl, Iowa Capital Dispatch October 16, 2024 Early voting has officially begun in Iowa, as of Wednesday, Oct. 16 for the 2024 general election. Iowans will have an early chance to weigh in on their choice for president and U.S. representative, in addition to a number of state legislative and local races and […]
Oct 16 2024 | Posted in
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by Cami Koons, Iowa Capital Dispatch October 15, 2024 Iowa corn and soybean harvest is expected to wrap up in the next couple of weeks. The dry conditions from mid-August through October have meant no days off and an expedited harvest for most farmers. The crop progress and condition report for Oct. 7 through Oct. […]
Oct 16 2024 | Posted in
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DES MOINES, Iowa (Oct. 15, 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 […]
Oct 16 2024 | Posted in
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