New law bans city, county licenses or fees for temp businesses run by kids
Jul 07, 2021
BY O. KAY HENDERSON Under a new state law, kids who mow lawns, walk dogs or launch other temporary businesses don’t have to pay any business-related fees to cities or counties. Representative Jon Jacobsen of Council…
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Mahaska County Board supports broadband internet study
Jul 06, 2021
The Mahaska County Board voted Tuesday (7/6) to support a broadband internet study in the county. According to the agreement, MCG will hire someone to make the study…then the County will reimburse MCG. Mahaska County…
Coronavirus update
Jul 02, 2021
A Marion County resident is one of four Iowans reported to have died from coronavirus. The state’s death total from the pandemic is now 6138. The Iowa Department of Public Health also reports another 119…
State may block sex education from Planned Parenthood
Jul 01, 2021
Iowa’s high court said Wednesday (6/30) that the state may refuse to allow Planned Parenthood to conduct sex education programs funded by federal grants, reversing a judge’s ruling last year that found the law unconstitutional.…
Pets and fireworks don't mix
Jun 30, 2021
You may be planning to go watch fireworks during the 4th of July weekend. If you do, you might want to leave your dog or cat at home, or keep them inside. Daniel Young, the CEO…
Stolen vehicle’s computer shut down to end multi-county chase
Jun 29, 2021
BY RADIO IOWA CONTRIBUTOR Three people from central Iowa face multiple charges after a chase involving a vehicle reported stolen from Adventureland ended in Wapello County. The Wapello County Sheriff’s Office says it received word of…
Reading of Declaration of Independence Tuesday in Oskaloosa
Jun 28, 2021
With Independence Day coming on Sunday (7/4), there is going to be a reading of the Declaration of Independence Tuesday night (6/29) at the Oskaloosa Town Square. Teri Rogers is one of the organizers of…
Iowa community college leaders expect enrollment bounce this fall
Jun 25, 2021
BY O. KAY HENDERSON RADIO IOWA - Enrollment at Iowa community colleges has been decreasing since 2011 and the decline accelerated during the pandemic. However, the leaders of two community college districts that operate nine campuses…
Griffiths Takes Two On Thrilling Night of Racing At SIS
Jun 24, 2021
By Jerry Mackey Bill & Rays Truck Repair hosted Bike Night at the Southern Iowa Speedway on Wednesday night. 39 youngsters went home sporting smiles with brand new bicycles. The racing action saw a night…
Oskaloosa School Board special meeting
Jun 23, 2021
The Oskaloosa School Board has called a special meeting for 5:00 Wednesday afternoon (6/23). The meeting’s agenda says the Board will consider resignations, transfers and appointments…as well as a review of personnel practices. That will…