Branstad, Democrats Criticize Each Other On Water Quality
May 03, 2016
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Gov. Terry Branstad and Democratic lawmakers are blaming each other for failing to pass legislation on water quality initiatives. The Republican governor said Monday he's disappointed the Democratic-controlled Senate didn't…
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Iowa Lawmakers Put Aside Philosophical Differences On Budget
May 02, 2016
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Iowa lawmakers put aside philosophical differences to adjourn the legislative session Friday, because at one point their disagreements on the multi-billion dollar state budget came down to less than $15…
Oskaloosa Mowing Season Code Requirements
Apr 29, 2016
With mowing season beginning, Oskaloosa residents are asked to avoid blowing grass clippings on the street. Grass clippings and other yard wastes deposited on the roadway can plug the storm drains and create a blockage…
Clinic To Close
Apr 28, 2016
OSKALOOSA — After providing basic medical services in Oskaloosa since 1994, advisory board members of the Oskaloosa Free Clinic announced that Tuesday, May 3, would be the free clinic’s last day. “It’s really brought out…
Oskaloosa School Board Passes Technology Proposal
Apr 27, 2016
Oskaloosa School Board members listened and asked numerous questions of school technology director Shari Barnhart Tuesday night. Following about 70 minutes of questions and answers, the board approved a proposal for the 1 to 1…
Applebee's In Ottumwa Robbed, No Arrests Made
Apr 26, 2016
On Sunday April 24, 2016, at approximately 12:26 a.m., the Ottumwa Police Department responded to Applebee’s, 1303 Vaughn Drive, Ottumwa, on a report that a Robbery had just occurred. Preliminary investigation identified that Colrita Hem,…
Plots Still Available at Community Garden Sites in Oskaloosa
Apr 22, 2016
Community gardening is on the rise in Oskaloosa! In 2016 there is an additional garden as well as additional plots at the community gardens in Oskaloosa. One place interested gardeners can find information about the…
Groundbreaking Ceremony Symbolizes New Era in Oskaloosa
Apr 22, 2016
The Oskaloosa Fire Station was the site for a special groundbreaking ceremony Friday morning as crews begin work on the updated facility passed a couple months ago by the City Council. Fire Chief Mark Neff,…
Two Killed in Traffic Accident Near Chillicothe
Apr 22, 2016
A fatal accident occurred just west of Ottumwa on Highway 163 on Thursday afternoon. According to the accident report from the Iowa State Patrol, a Toyota Camry driven by 32-year-old Annie Kumcho Ngum of Coon…
BREAKING: Boil Water Advisory Lifted in Oskaloosa
Apr 21, 2016
The Oskaloosa Municipal Water Department is happy to announce that the Boil Water Advisory has been lifted effective immediately. Test results from samples that were gathered Tuesday and Wednesday throughout Oskaloosa and Beacon have shown…