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OSKALOOSA -- Mahaska Health announced they are welcoming Michelle Harban, ARNP, a board-certified Nurse Practitioner specializing in women’s health and oncology/hematology, joining Dr. Nair, Mahaska Health Medical Oncology Medical Director to the newly expanded Oncology…

OTTUMWA – An Ottumwa woman is behind bars after authorities say she was found in possession of a stolen vehicle with drugs and a firearm. According to court documents, officers from the Ottumwa Police Department…

OSKALOOSA -- The Mahaska County Master Gardeners are hosting a presentation by Zach Nie which will cover what active forest management in Iowa looks like and why it is important.  He will also cover tip…

OSKALOOSA – An Oskaloosa High School student was arrested this week on a warrant for sexual abuse. According to court documents, 18-year-old Kaiden Parker was taken into custody by authorities on Tuesday for 3rd Degree…

OSKALOOSA -- The Mahaska Chamber & Development Group is getting ready for the Coffee & Conversation events. This engaging series of informative sessions provides Mahaska County residents with invaluable insights to state, county and local…

By Sam Parsons The Oskaloosa City Council held a regular meeting last night and recognized the 2025 Oskaloosa Police Officer of the Year. Officer Stephen Stangl was the recipient of the award; the OPD says…

OSKALOOSA -- Oskaloosa’s 38th Annual Lighted Christmas Parade is set to bring thousands downtown on December 6 for a full day of holiday celebrations. The festivities are a blend of long-standing traditions with new experiences that highlight…

OSKALOOSA -- If you have not placed your monetary votes for your favorite Main Street Young Ambassador prince and princesses, now is the time! Sixteen local children ages three through kindergarten are seeking support to…

HARVEY – A Des Moines man is behind bars after authorities say he stole large amounts of copper wire from the Harvey Rock Quarry. Court documents show that last Friday at approximately 8:04am, the Marion…

OSKALOOSA, Iowa – Inside a busy classroom at Oskaloosa High School, students huddle in groups, debate robot designs, sketch parts on laptops, and swap components across tables. The energy is palpable, and thanks to a…