by Jennifer Shutt, Iowa Capital Dispatch October 10, 2024 WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden on Thursday urged Congress to end its recess early and return to Capitol Hill to approve emergency funding for hurricane recovery, even though his budget office hasn’t released the supplemental request that would kick off the process. Biden also rebuked Republican […]
The Mahaska County Auditor’s Office has been fielding concerns from voters who have received multiple absentee ballot request forms in the mail. Not to worry, says Auditor Teri Rogers. Careful recordkeeping will assure that voters vote only once in a given election. “Political parties and other organizations are permitted to send mass mailings of request […]
Des Moines, Iowa – Open enrollment for Iowans looking to purchase or change their Affordable Care Act (ACA) individual health coverage for 2025 begins Friday, November 1, 2024 and ends on Wednesday, January 15, 2025. “Now is the time for Iowans to be thinking about health insurance coverage for next year. Many employers are offering […]
by Jennifer Shutt, Iowa Capital Dispatch October 8, 2024 WASHINGTON — Federal Emergency Management Agency Administrator Deanne Criswell said Tuesday that rumors and disinformation will become a regular part of natural disaster response moving forward, and rebuked those seeking to benefit politically from spreading false information. The volume and type of disinformation spreading about FEMA, […]
At the Oskaloosa City Council meeting held on October 7, 2024, several key issues were addressed that have a significant impact on the local community. Community Comments Addressing Animal Control Issues One of the most pressing concerns came from a community member who voiced their frustration over a growing animal control problem in Oskaloosa. She […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The Mahaska County Board of Supervisors met on October 7, 2024, to address key county issues in a session held at the Mahaska County Courthouse in Oskaloosa. The meeting, which was live-streamed and available via audio conferencing, brought attention to various matters including HIPAA compliance, police protection agreements, and the recent error […]
DES MOINES, Iowa (Oct. 7, 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 […]
Oskaloosa, IA – School bus safety is a critical issue for law enforcement in Oskaloosa, Iowa, according to Oskaloosa Police Chief Ben Boeke. In an interview, Boeke provided insights into the common violations drivers commit when approaching school buses, the legal requirements for drivers, and the penalties for failing to stop when a bus is […]
Oskaloosa, IA – The United Way of Mahaska County continues its mission to combat food insecurity, promote literacy, and improve the overall well-being of the local community, with a particular focus on helping families and children. Led by director Michella Friesen, the organization has taken several impactful initiatives to make a positive difference in the […]
Brittny Tschetter’s journey is one of transformation—from overcoming personal trauma to becoming a beacon of hope for veterans and an inspiration for her students. A veteran of the U.S. Army, Tschetter has dedicated her life to supporting her fellow veterans while also fostering understanding among the civilian population, particularly the students she teaches at William […]
