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Mahaska Health Encourages Participation in Statewide 99 Counties Project Cancer Education Event

OSKALOOSA -- Mahaska Health is inviting community members to attend a free public presentation and discussion focused on cancer trends and prevention in Mahaska County. This event, part of the statewide Cancer in Iowa: 99…
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Oskaloosa School Board to Continue Negotiations with Cities of Oskaloosa, University Park, Beacon for Building Trades Lots

By Sam Parsons The Oskaloosa Community School Board held a regular meeting last night and received a presentation from Oskaloosa city officials on a potential agreement regarding the district’s building trades program. Superintendent Mike Fisher…
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Pella School Board Approves FY27 Property Tax Rate

By Sam Parsons The Pella Community School Board held a regular meeting last night and approved their certified budget for the upcoming fiscal year. Following a public hearing, the board approved their proposed property tax…
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Master Gardener Plant Sales to be Held

OSKALOOSA -- The Mahaska County Master Gardeners will hold two plant sales in 2026.  The first will be an early sale on Saturday April 18 from 9-10:30 am and will feature early vegetable transplants and…
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Oskaloosa High School Announces 2026 Prom Court

OSKALOOSA -- The Oskaloosa Student Council is excited to announce the annual Oskaloosa High School prom, themed "A Night of Chance," scheduled for Saturday, April 11, 2026. The promenade, which is open to the public,…
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National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Scheduled for April 25

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is coming up this month. Twice a year, the DEA observes Prescription Drug Take Back Day as a means for people to safely and anonymously dispose of their unused…
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Oskaloosa City Council Approves Negotiations with Oskaloosa CSD for Building Trades Program Help

By Sam Parsons The Oskaloosa City Council held a regular meeting on Monday and discussed a collaborative housing project with the Oskaloosa Community School District. The district had shared on social media that their building…
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Farm-to-Table Dinner to Celebrate Local Producers

Oskaloosa, IA — Community members are invited to enjoy an evening of fresh, locally sourced cuisine and community connection at the upcoming Mahaska County Farm-toTable Dinner on June 23, 2026, with social hour beginning at…
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Gov. Reynolds Issues Disaster Proclamation for Wapello County in Response to Severe Weather

DES MOINES— Governor Kim Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation for Wapello County in response to severe weather that occurred on April 2, 2026, and continuing. Governor Reynolds’ proclamation allows state resources to be utilized to respond…
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Mahaska Health Invites Community to 5th Annual Baby Fair

OSKALOOSA -- Mahaska Health, a designated Center of Excellence for Maternity Care and OB-GYN, is hosting its 5th Annual Baby Fair on Saturday, April 11th, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The event is…
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