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Taking Fast Action: Oskaloosa High Schooler's Leadership Response Averts Tragedy

OSKALOOSA, IOWA — Amidst the cheers and competition of a track and field event at East Marshall High School, the spotlight unexpectedly shifted to an Oskaloosa student-athlete, whose quick actions, training and composure left spectators in…
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3 Arrested for ATM Theft Attempt

OTTUMWA -- The Ottumwa Police Department made 3 arrests on Saturday after a reported theft attempt. On Friday, April 19, 2024, at approximately 5:43 a.m., the Ottumwa Police Department received a report of someone trying…
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Mahaska County Conservation to Host Presentation on Iowa's Big Trees

OSKALOOSA -- Stories behind big trees are fun to listen to. Did you know that Mahaska County has the new state record Downy serviceberry tree? Mahaska County Conservation invites you to the Environmental Learning Center,…
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Master Gardener Plant Sale will be held in one month

OSKALOOSA -- The Mahaska County Master Gardeners will hold their annual plant sale Saturday May 18, 2024.  It will be held 8 – 11 am at the Mahaska County Extension and Outreach Office auditorium, 212…
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Trolley Stop Alley to Host Grand Reopening Event Next Thursday

OSKALOOSA – Organizers of the Trolley Stop Alley project and the Golden Goose Club proudly announce the grand re-opening of Trolley Stop Alley burrowed in the heart of downtown Oskaloosa. Thursday April 25th, 2024, 6:30- 8:00 PM, the…
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Mahaska Chamber Sets Details for Next Mahaska Mixer

OSKALOOSA -- The Mahaska Chamber & Development Group Diplomats are happy to announce the next Mahaska Mixer, formerly known as Business After Hours. Fine Arts and Cultural Events (also known as FACE) is the host…
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Oskaloosa Schools Celebrates Success at FBLA State Leadership Conference

OSKALOOSA, IOWA — Seven Oskaloosa High School students from the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) made an impressive inaugural appearance at the recent State Conference, marking a significant milestone for the school's new business…
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Wood Iron Grille Closing April 12; Elmhurst Grille Opening April 17

OSKALOOSA -- Oskaloosa’s Wood Iron Grille is transitioning to new ownership, and that transition is officially taking place in the coming days. The Wood Iron Grille’s final day of business is Friday, April 12. The…
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Early Bird Registration Deadline for 55th Art on the Square is Tomorrow

OSKALOOSA -- Oskaloosa Main Street reminds area artists that the early bird registration deadline for the 55th annual Art on the Square is tomorrow.  One of Iowa’s longest-running art festivals, Art on the Square has…
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Pella Schools Hires Two New Principals

PELLA -- The Pella Community School District has announced new leadership at two of its schools starting next year. The district announced the hiring of Blaine Forsythe for the Jefferson Intermediate Principal. Blaine, a long-time…
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