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Standoff in Spring Creek Village Results in Arrest
Sep 12, 2023 by Sam Parsons
OSKALOOSA -- An armed standoff in Spring Creek Village yesterday that lasted several hours came to an end with authorities peacefully apprehending one man. On September 11, 2023, at approximately 9:58 a.m., the Oskaloosa Police…
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57th Annual Fall Festival at Nelson Pioneer Farm This Weekend
Sep 11, 2023 by Sam Parsons
OSKALOOSA -- The Nelson Pioneer Farm is hosting its 57th annual Fall Festival this Saturday (9/16). It's a celebration of pioneer living and a fun-filled community event for all ages. Enjoy games, crafts, petting zoo,…
Dr. Tim Foster Named Fellow for the National Book Foundation Teacher Fellowship
Sep 08, 2023 by Sam Parsons
OSKALOOSA — The National Book Foundation has named Oskaloosa High School Spanish teacher Dr. Tim Foster one of eight members of the inaugural cohort selected for the NBF Teacher Fellowship. The NBF Teacher Fellowship is a…
Open Burning Ban in Mahaska County Now in Effect
Sep 08, 2023 by Sam Parsons
OSKALOOSA -- An open burning ban has taken effect in Mahaska County as of this morning. The office of the Iowa State Fire Marshal says they received a request from Oskaloosa Fire Chief Scott Vaughan…
Road Closure on Iowa 92 in Oskaloosa Scheduled for September 18
Sep 07, 2023 by Sam Parsons
CHARITON -- If you are driving on Iowa 92 in Oskaloosa on Monday, Sept. 18, you will need to be aware of a hot-mix asphalt patching project that may slow down your trip. Construction crews…
Pella City Council Approves Ambulance Agreement with Surrounding Townships
Sep 06, 2023 by Sam Parsons
By Sam Parsons The Pella City Council met last night and formally approved a 28E agreement for ambulance and emergency medical services with surrounding townships. The agreement includes Lake Prairie and Summit Townships in Marion…
City of Ottumwa Primary Candidates Set for October 10, 2023
Sep 05, 2023 by Sam Parsons
OTTUMWA -- There will be a primary election to determine the final candidates for City Council race in this fall’s City election. Two Council seats will become open this fall. Current Council Members Russ Hull…
Oskaloosa Main Street Tabs New Director
Sep 01, 2023 by Sam Parsons
OSKALOOSA -- Oskaloosa Main Street is excited to announce Angella Foster as the new Program Director. She will begin her position working in the Oskaloosa Main Street district on September 18. Angella joins Oskaloosa Main…
US Hwy 63, Eddyville Rd Intersection to Close in September
Aug 31, 2023 by Sam Parsons
OTTUMWA -- The intersection of US Highway 63 and Eddyville Rd., locally called the "Chillicothe turn off" will be undergoing construction to improve safety at that intersection. On September 11, 2023, the intersection will be…
Iowa Department of Education releases new spring student assessment results
Aug 30, 2023 by Sam Parsons
DES MOINES — The Iowa Department of Education today released new spring 2023 assessment results from the Iowa Statewide Assessment of Student Progress for students in grades 3-11. The overall results show little improvement over…
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