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 […]
May 21 2024 | Posted in
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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 […]
May 21 2024 | Posted in
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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 […]
May 21 2024 | Posted in
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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 […]
May 20 2024 | Posted in
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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 […]
May 20 2024 | Posted in
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by Robin Opsahl, Iowa Capital Dispatch May 17, 2024 Gov. Kim Reynolds on Friday signed the final slate of bills remaining from the 2024 legislative session, including new laws related to the regulation of hemp-derived product and changes to the state’s boards and commissions. The signing of 20 bills marked the end of action on […]
May 18 2024 | Posted in
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A significant traffic accident occurred on Highway 163, east of Pella, Iowa, involving a semi-truck and a field sprayer. The semi, driven by Robert K. Weed, 49, from Philadelphia, PA, collided with the rear of a field sprayer operated by Lee E. Deprenger, 65, from Otley, IA. Both individuals sustained injuries and were transported to […]
May 18 2024 | Posted in
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OSKALOOSA – The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is preparing for a significant restoration project at Lake Keomah, slated to begin in the coming months, to facilitate the project, the DNR will relax fishing regulations starting May 1, allowing anglers to harvest fish more freely before the lake is completely drained. “This long-awaited project […]
May 16 2024 | Posted in
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OSKALOOSA, IA – For over two decades, a high school construction trades program has been laying the groundwork for both community development and student success. The program, initiated in the fall of 2003, allows students to gain hands-on experience in the construction industry, offering them invaluable skills and opening various career pathways. “We started back […]
May 16 2024 | Posted in
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