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"Creating Buzz: The Joy, Ease, and Challenge of Supporting Pollinators" Presentation at the Environmental Learning Center Tomorrow

OSKALOOSA -- Mahaska County Conservation invites the public to join them at the Environmental Learning Center, 2342 Hwy  92, on April 11 for an engaging and inspiring presentation titled “Creating Buzz: The Joy, Ease, and …
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Friends of Mahaska County Conservation Awarded Grant from McWane Foundation

OSKALOOSA -- Friends of Mahaska County Conservation has been awarded a grant from the McWane Foundation.  This grant for $80,000 will be used for the Mahaska County Conservation All-Inclusive Nature Playscape and Community Area. The…
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Mahaska County Board of Supervisors Approves 28E Agreements for SE Connector, Police Protection Services

By Sam Parsons The Mahaska County Board of Supervisors held a regular meeting yesterday morning and approved a 28E Joint Public Service Agreement between Mahaska County and the City of Oskaloosa for the Southeast Connector…
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Mahaska Health to Host 4th Annual Baby Fair

OSKALOOSA -- Mahaska Health, a designated Center of Excellence for Maternity Care and OB-GYN and Family Medicine team, is hosting its 4th Annual Baby Fair on Saturday, April 12th, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00…
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Fatality Reported in Ottumwa Motorcycle Accident

OTTUMWA -- On 3/31/2025 at approximately 7:07 PM, the Ottumwa Police Department and Ottumwa Fire Department responded near the intersection of Clay and Benton Streets for a single vehicle accident involving a motorcycle.  Upon arrival,…
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West Side of Eveland Access Campground Opening Tomorrow

OSKALOOSA -- Spring is here, and it’s time to dust off your camping gear! The west side of Eveland Access Campground  is set to open for the season on Friday, April 4th, welcoming outdoor enthusiasts…
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Ottumwa Man Faces Felony Charges after Traffic Stop

OTTUMWA – An Ottumwa man is now facing multiple charges after a traffic stop last week. Court records show that on March 28, at around 3:50am, the Ottumwa Police Department conducted a traffic stop on…
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Chemical Fire in Otley Prompts Evacuations, Shelter-In-Place Recommendations

OTLEY – A large chemical fire broke out in the city of Otley yesterday afternoon, forcing residents to evacuate. Marion County Emergency Management reports that the fire started at the Two Rivers Cooperative fertilizer storage…
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Oskaloosa High School Prom is This Weekend

OSKALOOSA, IOWA — The Oskaloosa Student Council is excited to announce the annual Oskaloosa High School prom, themed "Enchanted Forest," scheduled for April 5, 2025. The event promises an evening of elegance and entertainment for…
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18-year-old Dies in Washington County Crash

WASHINGTON COUNTY – A crash in Washington County yesterday claimed the life of an 18-year-old. Traffic records show that yesterday afternoon, at approximately 4:10pm, 18-year-old Alaina McNurlen of Keota was traveling northbound on Highway 1…
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