LOCAL NEWS

NEWTON – Two Newton teenagers are behind bars after allegedly stealing a Corvette and leading authorities on a high-speed chase in multiple counties. The Jasper County Sheriff’s Office says that on Monday, October 12, at…

KNOXVILLE – A Pella man was arrested last week after allegedly violating a no-contact order while in possession of shotgun shells as a felon. Court documents state that Knoxville Police officers were dispatched to a…

PELLA – The Pella Police Department issued a statement addressing video footage that was circulating the internet of an arrest that occurred on the afternoon of Thursday, October 8, involving the use of force. In…

OSKALOOSA -- The holiday season is just around the corner, and Oskaloosa Main Street is excited to bring back a beloved community tradition - the Main Street Young Ambassadors Contest! Once again, one young man…

OSKALOOSA — Five-year Title III initiative will expand first-year advising, modernize digital infrastructure, reduce learning costs, and strengthen work-based experiences. The U.S. Department of Education has awarded William Penn University a five-year, $2.1 million grant…

OSKALOOSA -- The holiday season is quickly approaching and Oskaloosa is getting ready to shine! Oskaloosa Main Street is excited to announce that applications are now available for the annual Lighted Christmas Parade, taking place…

By Sam Parsons The Oskaloosa city council held a regular meeting last night and approved a resolution on the plans and specifications for the Water Resource Recovery Facility Project. The project includes the construction of…

OSKALOOSA, Iowa — Two enduring pillars of the Oskaloosa community, Mahaska and William Penn University are joining forces in a bold new partnership rooted in shared values, local pride, and commitment to creating opportunity. Through…

OLLIE – A two-vehicle crash in Keokuk County yesterday afternoon resulted in the death of a Sigourney man. According to the Iowa State Patrol, yesterday afternoon, at approximately 2:45 PM, 65-year-old Steven Greiner of Packwood…

OSKALOOSA – The Mahaska Chamber is now seeking nominations for their annual civic awards. Do you know a business, organization, or individual who has gone above and beyond to make a positive impact in the…