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Fleeing Pursuit in Linn County Ends in Crash with Patrol Car

The Washington Police Department reports a police chase has resulted in the arrest of two men from the Linn County area.  On July 30th, the Washington Police Department was investigating a report of harassment which…
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Addition To Be Expected at Lacey Complex Later This Year

Wednesday marked the quarterly board meeting for the Mahaska Community Recreation Foundation. The board welcome guests from Mahaska County Farm Bureau to announce exciting news. MCRF board member, Carl Drost, introduced a partnership between Farm…
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New Fire House Missing a Couple Key Components

The Oskaloosa Fire Department finally got the new fire house they deserve. In the latest City Council meeting, Fire Chief Mark Neff expressed to the council that all of the staff was very pleased with…
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Community Impact Grant set to bring in Full Exhibit to Environmental Learning Center

Growing pains that once plagued the local conservation center will see a new resurrection. The Mahaska County Conservation Center recently quadrupled its program participation, in attempt to match that of Linn County. There soon came…
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Home Base Iowa Builds Roots in Mahaska County

It was made official yesterday, Oskaloosa and Mahaska County have become a Home Base Iowa Community. This initiative was put forward by Governor Terry Branstad and Major General Tim Orr. “As a veteran, I think…
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Single Digit Days left for Chain Retail Store in Oskaloosa

With the news of the Oskaloosa located JcPenney's closing in March, the last day open for business is quickly approaching. In just six days, the JcPenney's located at the Penn Central Mall will lock it's…
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Time Left to Register Rental Properties is Dwindling

Under-maintained and decrepit homes in Oskaloosa are a nuisance. So in an effort to improve the overall look, appeal and living conditions the City of Oskaloosa put in place a Rental Housing Inspection Program. There…
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Armed Family Member Enters Residence

An incident out of Jasper County involving three individuals occurred just south of Newton on Highway 74 headed to Reasnor on July 18. Henry Vanrees, 49, arrived at his father and sister’s residence, upset about…
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Arrests in Theft Ring Lead to Charges

As part of an ongoing investigation into multiples thefts and burglaries within Mahaska County, the Mahaska County Sheriff's Office executed a search warrant at 1212 High Avenue West on July 6th. As a result of this…
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Regional Airport Discussions are Subsiding After Withdrawal

The Mahaska County Board of Supervisors met in regular session Monday morning. As always, the meeting opens with public comments. John Bandstra addressed the board with his concerns about the proposed regional airport and the…
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