Department of Justice Commemorates National Crime Victims’ Rights Week
Apr 27, 2026
DES MOINES, Iowa – The Department of Justice’s Office for Victims of Crime and the United States Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Iowa join federal, state, and local communities nationwide in observing National…
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One Week Remains for Applications for Art on the Square
Apr 24, 2026
OSKALOOSA -- The final application deadline for Oskaloosa Main Street's 57th annual Art on the Square event is approaching. Known as one of Iowa’s longest-running art festivals, this event has become a longstanding tradition and…
Mahaska Health Welcomes Kiara Schneider, PA-C, to Oncology and Hematology Team
Apr 23, 2026
OSKALOOSA -- Mahaska Health is welcoming Kiara Schneider, PA-C, to its Oncology and Hematology team, expanding access to compassionate, expert cancer in Oskaloosa and the SE Iowa Region. Kiara Schneider joins Medical Oncologist Dr. Kiron…
City of Ottumwa to Celebrate Earth Day Today
Apr 22, 2026
OTTUMWA -- The City of Ottumwa will mark Earth Day on Wednesday, April 22 with two separate events: a community tree planting led by the Parks and Recreation Department and the kickoff of the annual…
Investigation Begins for Two-Vehicle Accident in Marion County
Apr 22, 2026
MARION COUNTY – Authorities in Marion County are investigating a two-vehicle accident that occurred on Highway 163. The Marion County Sheriff’s Office reports that the accident took place on Monday afternoon on Highway 163 near…
Public Meeting to discuss Arbor Lake and Lake Nyanza Water Quality Improvement Plan
Apr 21, 2026
GRINNELL – The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the City of Grinnell will host a public meeting at 5:30 p.m., May 5th, at the Drake Community Library in Grinnell to discuss plans to…
Mahaska Health Encourages Participation in Statewide 99 Counties Project Cancer Education Event
Apr 16, 2026
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…
Oskaloosa School Board to Continue Negotiations with Cities of Oskaloosa, University Park, Beacon for Building Trades Lots
Apr 15, 2026
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…
Pella School Board Approves FY27 Property Tax Rate
Apr 14, 2026
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…
Master Gardener Plant Sales to be Held
Apr 13, 2026
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…