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Miller-Meeks still leads Congressional race after recount
Nov 30, 2020 by Rick Watts
A Republican candidate is hanging onto a single-digit lead in Iowa’s 2nd Congressional District after a recount in a race that will help determine the size of Democrats’ majority in the House of Representatives. Republican…
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Local shopping
Nov 27, 2020 by Rick Watts
Shoppers looking for Christmas gifts tend to come out in big numbers on this day after Thanksgiving. In Oskaloosa, Friday (11/27) is Plaid Friday, where some local businesses are offering discounts if you wear plaid.…
Gas leak forces North Mahaska school evacuation
Nov 25, 2020 by Rick Watts
North Mahaska schools were evacuated Tuesday afternoon (11/24) after a natural gas leak was reported at the Dollar General store a quarter mile away from the school. Around 1:45pm, a utility company that was digging…
Ottumwa policeman put on leave after arrest
Nov 24, 2020 by Rick Watts
An Ottumwa Police Officer has been placed on administrative leave after he was arrested for domestic assault. Officer Jordan Woodward was off duty when he was arrested November 19 for an incident that was reported…
Mahaska County ballot recount for 2nd District Congressional seat
Nov 23, 2020 by Rick Watts
The recount for Iowa’s Second Congressional District seat moves to Mahaska County Monday (11/23). You’ll remember Rita Hart asked for the recount after the final count had Mariannette Miller-Meeks leading Hart by approximately 50 votes. …
Oskaloosa's holiday lights will be turned on Saturday night
Nov 20, 2020 by Rick Watts
A holiday tradition in Oskaloosa will take place Saturday night (11/21). But like many things this year, Painting With Lights will be different because of coronavirus concerns. "On Saturday, November 21 at 6pm, you'll be…
One dead after rollover accident in Jasper County
Nov 19, 2020 by Rick Watts
One person is dead after a rollover accident in Jasper County. The Iowa State Patrol says a semi was eastbound on Interstate 80 shortly after 5am Wednesday (11/18) when the vehicle dropped off onto the…
Mahaska County convict dies from COVID-19
Nov 19, 2020 by Rick Watts
A state prison inmate from Mahaska County has died of complications from coronavirus and other pre-existing medical conditions. 64-year-old Robert Sirovy died Tuesday night (11/17) at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. In 2006,…
Oskaloosa Middle & High Schools to start hybrid learning
Nov 18, 2020 by Rick Watts
The Oskaloosa School District is responding to the increase in coronavirus cases across the region. Oskaloosa Superintendent Paula Wright released a video message Tuesday (11/17). "A hybrid schedule for Oskaloosa Middle School and Oskaloosa High…
Coronavirus deaths in Iowa surpass 2000
Nov 17, 2020 by Rick Watts
BY O. KAY HENDERSON As of this morning, the state website tracking coronavirus data shows more than 2000 Iowans have died of Covid. 2024 Iowans have died of the virus since March, when the first cases…
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