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Saturday’s (3/28) Eggs and Issues public meeting in Oskaloosa has been cancelled because of coronavirus concerns.  The meeting will not be rescheduled, thus ending the Eggs and Issues program for the season. Remember, you can…

OTTUMWA – The Wapello County Emergency Management Agency, Iowa Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (HSEMD), National Weather Service (NWS), and Iowa Emergency Management Association (IEMA) have joined together to promote Severe Weather Awareness…

Stephen Memorial Animal Shelter in Oskaloosa has closed its doors to the public.  Shelter Director Terry Gott explains why he made that call. "We thought it would be the best decision with all this going…

There have been some changes at Penn Central Mall because of the coronavirus.  Mall manager Mike Gipple says some stores have cut back on their hours. "Goodwill will be reducing its hours from 10 until…

Iowa health officials have confirmed nine additional cases of COVID-19, bringing the state's total Wednesday (3/18) to 38. The Iowa Department of Public Health says three of the cases are residents of Johnson County, two…

Those of you who are interested in getting your exercise can still do that at Penn Central Mall in Oskaloosa.  Mall manager Mike Gipple explains. "We are still allowing our walking in there.  We are…

As of Wednesday (3/18), the City of Oskaloosa is closing its offices to the general public.  That includes City Hall, the Police Department, Fire Department and Public Works.  You can still reach any of these…

The Oskaloosa School District is making plans to deliver meals to students while school is closed due to the coronavirus concerns.  Several bus stops in the community have been designated for drive-up food service.  You…

The Oskaloosa Early Childhood Education and Recreation Center project moved closer to becoming reality Monday (3/16).  The Oskaloosa City Council at its regular meeting awarded a $27 million contract to Rochon Corporation to build the…

Monroe County Hospital and Clinics in Albia is now placing temporary restrictions on visitors because of coronavirus concerns.  As of now, only immediate family, loved ones and clergy will be allowed to visit patients at…