DES MOINES – Governor Kim Reynolds has ordered all flags in Iowa to be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Thursday, May 23, 2024, in honor of Matthew Dickerson, an employee of the Iowa Department of Transportation who was killed on May 16 while working on I-80 near Council Bluffs. “We honor the memory of Matthew Dickerson […]
Oskaloosa, IA – The city of Oskaloosa gathered today to officially inaugurate the much-anticipated Edmundson Playground with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, marking the culmination of years of planning and community effort. The playground, which had its soft opening late last year, has already become a beloved part of the community. Today’s event was more than just […]
Oskaloosa, IA – On a beautiful spring afternoon, Oskaloosa High School (OHS) celebrated its 152nd commencement ceremony, honoring the graduating class of 2024. The event, held at the school’s auditorium, an occasion filled with speeches, memories, and the proud moment of diploma presentation. The ceremony began with a warm welcome from OHS Principal Jeff Kirby, […]
Oskaloosa, IA – The Mahaska County Board of Supervisors took steps to advance local infrastructure projects by approving financing mechanisms to support urban renewal initiatives. In their latest meeting, the Supervisors discussed and approved a resolution authorizing the use of preliminary official statements for the sale of general obligation urban renewal loan agreement anticipation project […]
This month, Mahaska Health achieved a significant milestone by receiving the Education Recognition award from the American Diabetes Association. On behalf of the American Diabetes Association, Health Care & Education President, Patti Urbasnki, and Committee on Education Recognition Chair, Michelle Stancil, recently sent Mahaska Health award letters to recognize the Diabetes Self-Management Services at Mahaska […]
Oskaloosa, IA — The Storm Prediction Center (SPC) has issued a Moderate Risk for severe weather in Oskaloosa, Iowa, today, warning residents of potentially dangerous conditions. This elevated risk category indicates a significant threat of severe thunderstorms, including the possibility of strong tornadoes, damaging winds, and large hail. According to the SPC, the most hazardous […]
by Jared Strong, Iowa Capital Dispatch May 20, 2024 The pace of corn and soybean planting accelerated last week amid a rainfall reprieve for much of the state, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Farmers planted more than a fifth of the overall expected acres for each crop that week and edged closer to […]
My absentee ballot has finally arrived in the mail, but I’m afraid my ballot won’t be received in the election office in time to be counted! You have several options: • Mail your ballot. Must be postmarked no later than Monday, June 3 and must arrive in the election office before the close of election […]
Oskaloosa, IA – The Mahaska County Board of Supervisors, discussed updates to the county’s hazard mitigation plan during their recent meeting. This step ensures that the county remains eligible for federal grants and is prepared to address potential disasters effectively. Key Highlights from the Meeting Hazard Mitigation Plan Update: Josh Stevens, Mahaska County Emergency Management […]
DES MOINES, Iowa (May 20, 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 […]
