LOCAL NEWS

OSKALOOSA -- As part of the US-63 to IA-23 SE Connector project, Mahaska County and the City of Oskaloosa will hold a public information meeting on July 23rd to introduce the project to adjacent property…

OSKALOOSA -- The Oskaloosa Community is mourning the loss of Oskaloosa Middle School Principal Mark Scholes. The Oskaloosa School District said in a statement yesterday that Scholes passed away in a tragic swimming accident in…

OTTUMWA -- The City of Ottumwa is proud to announce that the annual Make Ottumwa Shine litter cleanup event will take place from July 18-22, 2024. This event typically coincides with Earth Day, but this…

OSKALOOSA -- One of Mahaska County’s favorite celebrations is right around the corner! Bring your family and friends to Sweet Corn Serenade located in downtown Oskaloosa on Thursday, July 25! This year’s festivities include a…

OSKALOOSA -- The Diplomats of the Mahaska Chamber & Development Group would like to invite Chamber members and friends of the Southern Iowa Fair to the next Mahaska Mixer for pancakes, sausage and drink served…

By Sam Parsons The South Central Regional Airport Agency (SCRAA) has officially paused their pursuit of a regional airport between the cities of Oskaloosa and Pella. On Wednesday, the SCRAA hosted their first meeting in…

OTTUMWA -- Authorities say an 8-year-old child died in Ottumwa yesterday after an accident involving a truck. The Ottumwa Police Department reports that on July 2, 2024, at approximately 12:25 p.m., emergency personnel responded to…

BARNES CITY -- A Barnes City man was arrested by authorities this weekend after the execution of a search warrant. On Tuesday, July 25, the Mahaska County Sheriff's Office was contacted by the US Department…

OSKALOOSA, Iowa – This summer, the Mahaska County YMCA is bursting with activities for all ages, offering everything from summer camps to swim lessons, coed softball, and fitness challenges. "Since we moved, we've increased our…

OSKALOOSA -- Mahaska County Conservation is starting a new program called B.A.R.K. Rangers, a program to encourage people to take their dogs on hikes in county parks. The program is related to the National Park…