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Taylor Swift fans have been doing a lot of speculating as to when she’ll release her next re-recorded album, and what it will be. Well, they now have their answer. While many guessed the new…

By DARLENE SUPERVILLE and KEVIN FREKING WASHINGTON (AP) — Black Americans rejoiced Thursday after President Joe Biden made Juneteenth a federal holiday, but some said that, while they appreciated the recognition at a time of racial reckoning…

A Mahaska County resident is one of six Iowans reported to have died from coronavirus Thursday (6/17).  This brings the state’s death total from the pandemic to 6109.  There were also 74 new positive tests…

BY O. KAY HENDERSON The U-S House has passed a proposal from Iowa Congresswoman Cindy Axne that would force big corporations to disclose if they’re outsourcing jobs and using so-called tax havens in other countries to…

After a one year break because of coronavirus concerns, the Oskaloosa City Band is once again performing on Thursday nights in the town square.  Kevin Arnold is a member of the band’s clarinet section. "It's…

A new album from the late Charlie Daniels is set for release next month. “Charlie Daniels & Friends – Duets” will be released July 16th through Walmart only, and it will feature the legendary performer…

By JONATHAN LEMIRE and AAMER MADHANI WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden spent his first trip overseas highlighting a sharp break from his disruptive predecessor, selling that the United States was once more a reliable ally with…

Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds on Wednesday (6/16) signed into law a tax bill that requires the state to take over funding of mental health services, removing them from local property taxes. The measure also phases…

The state of Iowa is ending its coronavirus testing program next month saying demand has fallen for testing at the state-funded drive-thru and clinic sites. “Demand for testing is at its lowest levels in more…

Today (6/17) is going to be the hottest day so far this year.  The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory starting at 1pm until 8pm for the No Coast Network listening area, as…