Iran signals fast trials and executions for protesters as death toll in crackdown goes over 2,500
Jan 14, 2026
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The head of Iran’s judiciary signaled Wednesday there would be fast trials and executions ahead for those detained in nationwide protests despite a warning from U.S. President Donald Trump. The comments…
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Iowa’s governor emphasizes GOP unity as ’26 legislature convenes
Jan 14, 2026
By O. Kay Henderson (Radio Iowa) The 2026 Iowa legislature convened Monday and tonight at 6 p.m. Governor Kim Reynolds will deliver the annual “Condition of the State” address to legislators. On Monday morning at…
Years in the Making: How Oskaloosa Schools is Building a New Model for Real-World Learning
Jan 14, 2026
OSKALOOSA, Iowa – What began as a simple question, “How engaged are our students, really?” has grown into a multi-year effort to rethink how learning happens in Oskaloosa Schools. Through listening, research, and collaboration with…
Fairfield Police Chief Passes Away
Jan 14, 2026
FAIRFIELD – The police chief for the city of Fairfield has passed away. Yesterday morning, the city of Fairfield made the announcement that police chief Dave Thomas had died unexpectedly, adding that they were working…
Oskaloosa School Board Meets for First Time in 2026
Jan 14, 2026
By Sam Parsons The Oskaloosa Community School Board held their first meeting of 2026 last night. The board held a public hearing for an easement agreement with the Oskaloosa Water Department for a water tower…
Dollly Parton Announces Charity Single With Several Big Names
Jan 14, 2026
Dolly Parton is bringing back one of her oldest hits in a new version that will feature guest vocals by a number of big names. The re-recording of her 1977 country smash "The Light of a Clear Blue…
Minnesota and the Twin Cities sue the federal government to stop the immigration crackdown
Jan 13, 2026
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota and its two largest cities sued the Trump administration Monday to try to stop an immigration enforcement surge that led to the fatal shooting of a Minneapolis woman by a federal officer and…
Chris Stapleton Becomes First Country Artist To Have A Song Go Double Diamond
Jan 13, 2026
Chris Stapleton just reached a milestone that no other country artist has ever reached. His recording of "Tennessee Whiskey" was certified double Diamond yesterday by the RIAA (Recording Industry Association of America), signifying more than 20-million units sold.…
Secretary Naig Comments on USDA’s Annual State and National Crop Production Summary
Jan 13, 2026
DES MOINES -- Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig commented on the 2025 Crop Production Annual Summary released by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS). The national summary and…
Oskaloosa School Board to Meet for First Time in 2026 Tonight
Jan 13, 2026
By Sam Parsons The Oskaloosa Community School Board has their first regular meeting of 2026 scheduled for tonight. The board is set to host a public hearing for an easement agreement with the Oskaloosa Water…