Oskaloosa Scout earns Eagle award
Tegan Bowers, a freshman at Oskaloosa High School, has earned the Eagle Scout Award. The award is the highest rank bestowed by the Boy Scouts of America.
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Tank overflow causes fuel spill at McLouth
McLouth Fire Department personnel were the first on the scene of a diesel fuel spill at a McLouth gas station Friday night where more than 1,500 gallons overflowed from a tank and flowed downhill into a residential neighborhood.
Lady Bears remain undefeated
The Oskaloosa Lady Bears high school varsity softball team continued to extend their perfect season with another six wins last week.
Park open to campers as season arrives
The Corps of Engineers has taken advantage of the low water mark on Perry Lake and retrieved several tons of sand that had eroded off the swimming beach over the years.
High fives at Patriots’ Day Parade
A member of the Abdallah Shriners gets a high five from a young lady watching the Patriots’ Day Parade in McLouth.
KDOT forces county to shut down two bridges
The Kansas Department of Transportation has permanently shut down two bridges in the county after inspections over the weekend revealed major structural damage.
Flea market helps support charity for Jeff County
A Jefferson County family is using an idea to raise money to help those in need.
Bookstore offers great deals for bookworms
The Friends of the Oskaloosa Library, or FOOLS, have opened a bookstore just off the Oskaloosa Square.
New restaurant offers more choices for Oskaloosa
A few months ago Oskaloosa was filled with void on choices for residents to dine out. The void has been filled.