Oskaloosa City Council scraps plan for police station
Plans to construct a new police station in the basement of the new pharmacy on the square have been scrapped for a bigger plan.
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Dog kennel owner continues fight to keep animals in Oskaloosa
by Dennis Sharkey An Oskaloosa resident that has been told by the city to get rid of at least three dogs isn’t sending his animals away without a fight. Brian Ledbetter lost a 3-2 decision by the city council June 7. Councilmen Gary Bryant and Dale Mooney were the two people to vote in favor [...]
County Prosecutor investigating records request denial
Jefferson County Prosecutor Jason Belveal has launched an investigation into a complaint filed against the city of Oskaloosa by the Independent.
Fire hydrant problems continue to be discussed in Valley Falls
by Clarke Davis Another discussion about fire hydrants topped the Valley Falls City Council agenda June 20. Visitors included Fire District 11 board Chairman Jason Nellis, member Bill Klenklen and Fire Chief John Gordon. They wanted an update on the progress toward getting a fire hydrant in the industrial tract on the south edge of [...]
Oskaloosa mayor looks to shut down local businessman
The Oskaloosa City Council has directed the zoning administrator to investigate a local business after Mayor Mike Paavola made a complaint.
Oskaloosa councilwoman Griffin calls for open records clarity
At least one Oskaloosa City Council member is taking an interest in more open government within the city.
New times, new signs for Oskaloosa
Oskaloosa USD 341 Schools have a lot to boast about and they’re going to show it off in a couple of new ways.
Valley Falls officers to be armed with Tasers
Police department requests for Tasers and backseat cages for the patrol cars were center stage when the Valley Falls City Council met June 6.
Road work begins in Oskaloosa
Road construction crews were scheduled to begin work on Monday but were pushed back slightly.
Oskaloosa City Council split on decision to deny kennel
The city of Oskaloosa Council denied a homeowner a permit for a dog kennel on a split decision that left some council members with heavy hearts.