DES MOINES, Iowa (June 17, 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 […]
by Ariana Figueroa, Iowa Capital Dispatch June 14, 2024 WASHINGTON — The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday struck down a rule enacted following a 2017 mass shooting in Las Vegas that defined a semiautomatic rifle equipped with a bump stock attachment as a machine gun, which is generally prohibited under federal law. The opinion, written […]
An Oskaloosa Main Street Press Release (Oskaloosa, Iowa) – On Saturday, June 8, Art on the Square returned for its 55th year. Festivities included over 35 artist booths, an Emerging Artist area for first-time participants, live music from Paul Imholte and his array of instruments, and kids’ activities. In the week leading up to Art […]
Oskaloosa, IA – The Mahaska County Board of Supervisors convened on June 17, 2024, addressing a comprehensive agenda that included public comments, financial approvals, and multiple agreements. Agenda Approval and Public Comments The meeting commenced with the approval of the day’s agenda, followed by an invitation for public comments. The minutes from the meetings held […]
Council Meeting Proceedings: The Oskaloosa City Council convened on Monday, June 17, 2024, at City Hall. The session, led by Mayor Dave Krutzfeldt, commenced with an invocation from Pastor Adam Kyle of the Lighthouse Community Church, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Community Comments: Angela Foster, Oskaloosa Main Street Director, thanked the council for their […]
by Jared Strong, Iowa Capital Dispatch June 14, 2024 A subsidiary of Alliant Energy — a major wind energy producer in the state — seeks to succeed where other companies have failed: It wants to recycle old wind turbine blades that have sometimes languished in large piles in Iowa. The blades are often made of […]
In a recent work session, the Mahaska County Board of Supervisors discussed a potential new approach to stimulate economic development and community growth within the county’s smaller cities. The session focused on exploring options for hiring a part-time economic development specialist, with Shea Greiner presenting her ideas and qualifications for the role. Addressing Community Needs […]
DES MOINES, Iowa (June 14, 2024) – The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) have detected two cases of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in Northwest Iowa. One case is in a Plymouth County dairy and the other is in a […]
Knoxville, Iowa – A 62-year-old man from Urbandale, Iowa, is in critical condition following a skydiving accident at the Knoxville Municipal Airport. The incident occurred around 2:24 PM today, according to Marion County Sheriff Jason Sandholt. The man had jumped from approximately 15,000 feet, and it was reported that he began experiencing issues with his […]
Sharing personal information on social media has become a norm in the digital age. However, this practice carries significant risks that can compromise your privacy and security. Here’s an in-depth look at why you should be cautious about what you share online and how to protect yourself. How Personal Information is Exploited Phishing Attacks: Cybercriminals […]
