Government shutdown could be the longest ever, House Speaker Johnson warns
Oct 14, 2025
WASHINGTON (AP) — Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson predicted Monday the federal government shutdown may become the longest in history, saying he “won't negotiate” with Democrats until they hit pause on their health care demands and reopen. Standing alone at the…
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Idle Statesmen Return to Top 25 at No. 25
Oct 14, 2025
OSKALOOSA -- The William Penn football team took advantage of programs falling during its bye week as the NAIA released its fifth top-25 poll Monday, sponsored by Netting Professionals. WPU (5-1, 1-1 Heart North) is…
Naig pegs pace of Iowa’s 2025 harvest as near normal
Oct 14, 2025
By O. Kay Henderson (Radio Iowa) The corn and soybean harvest in Iowa is well underway, but since there’s a federal government shutdown, the USDA’s weekly report on Iowa crops wasn’t issued yesterday (Monday), or…
Knoxville Man Faces Criminal Mischief Charge for Breaking Window at Residence
Oct 14, 2025
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Chicago Announce Return To Las Vegas In 2026
Oct 14, 2025
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Ringo Starr's First Four Solo Albums To Be Reissued On Vinyl
Oct 13, 2025
UMe has announced the reissue of Beatles legend Ringo Starr's first four solo albums on vinyl. Brand new limited-edition pressings of Sentimental Journey on Buttermilk Yellow color vinyl, Beaucoups of Blues on Baby Blue color…
Steve Martin, Bette Midler and Goldie Hawn are among stars paying tribute to Diane Keaton
Oct 13, 2025
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Oscar winning actor Diane Keaton, who died at 79, was known for her performances and style that helped shaped some of the most indelible films of all time, including “The Godfather,” “Annie…
A woman serving as an Iowa sheriff for first time in 104 years
Oct 13, 2025
By Sheila Brummer (Radio Iowa) For the first time in over a century, a woman is serving as a county sheriff in Iowa. The Sac County Board of Supervisors picked Katie Stange to be the…
Fall Challenge Brings Racing Season To A Close At The Southern Iowa Speedway
Oct 13, 2025
By Jerry Mackey OSKALOOSA -- The Musco Lighting Fall Challenge presented by Middlekoop Seed and Dickey Transport brought the 2025 racing season to a close in Spectacular fashion over the weekend. The racing action saw…
Mahaska Health Invites Community to Annual Women’s Health Night Tomorrow
Oct 13, 2025
OSKALOOSA -- Mahaska Health is inviting the community to their annual Women’s Health Night. This year’s Women’s Health Night will take place on Tuesday, October 14th, from 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm at Gateway Church…