LOCAL NEWS

KELLOGG – A Sioux City man faces multiple charges after allegedly exposing himself at a campground at Rock Creek State Park while being in possession of illegal drugs. According to court records, on Sunday, August…

OSKALOOSA – The city of Oskaloosa is preparing for the upcoming Urban Deer Hunting Season. The season will run from September 20, 2026 through January 10, 2027. During the season, qualified hunters will be permitted…

KNOXVILLE – A Knoxville man was arrested after leading authorities on a high-speed chase through Knoxville city limits. Court documents state that on Monday night, at approximately 9:20 PM, a Marion County Sheriff’s Deputy observed…

MONTEZUMA – Montezuma High School will officially have a new principal next school year. The district announced yesterday that Derrick Dengler has been appointed as the new Montezuma High School principal for the 2026-27 school…

By Sam Parsons The Oskaloosa city council will be hosting their next regular meeting tonight. On the agenda is the recognition of local first responders who received the American Heart Association Heart Saver Hero Award…

OSKALOOSA -- Mahaska Health Foundation invites the community to join the 15th Annual Run in the Sun on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at Statesmen Community Stadium in Oskaloosa.  The annual fundraiser benefits Hospice Serenity House,…

DES MOINES — The Iowa Department of Education today announced over $2.35 million in competitive grants have been awarded to 10 school districts to establish therapeutic classrooms for learners whose emotional or behavioral needs impact…

OSKALOOSA -- The City of Oskaloosa announced the launch of the CORE (Community-Oriented Revitalization & Enhancement) Neighborhood Improvement Grant Program, a new initiative designed to encourage residential property improvements and neighborhood reinvestment in targeted neighborhoods.…

PELLA -- Central College welcomes the community to a public forum featuring a panel discussion and question-and-answer session regarding the Imagine More Community Urban Renewal Plan. The public forum will be held at 6:30 p.m.…

OSKALOOSA -- The Mahaska County Conservation Board recognized the outstanding community partnerships that recently made significant fish habitat improvements possible at Russell Wildlife Area and White Oak Conservation Area. Through a collaborative effort involving the…