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.
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Pastor helps revive old spirit of church
It’s been decades since the old Edmonds Chapel at Old Jefferson Town has hosted community events but thanks to recent renovations the old church is ready for business again.
“Dummy” Taylor to be honored by Oskaloosa
This year’s installment of the Oskaloosa Old Settlers’ Reunion will highlight famous locals including former Major League Baseball pitcher Luther Haden “Dummy” Taylor.
Dentist looks for a new beginning in McLouth
Story and photo by Dennis Sharkey The McLouth Dental Clinic reopened its doors on Monday with a new look and a new leader. Dentist Grant Larkin has taken over the business that has been closed for about a month. The familiar location is on the south side of K-16 Highway on the east side of [...]
Tractor parade through Jefferson County
Photo by Dennis Sharkey Above 30 antique tractors made the turn off of Wellman Road onto 118th Street last Friday. The group was heading from Oskaloosa to McLouth. They started in McLouth and headed to Winchester before going back south to Oskaloosa. They were treated to a fried chicken and pulled pork lunch at Old [...]
Wonnell celebrates 25 years in speciality advertising business
by Dennis SharkeyMcLouth native Cheryl Wonnell has a lot to celebrate. Twenty-five years worth.In May Wonnell, who owns and operates her own business out of her Lawrence home, celebrated the 25th anniversary of her first day owning her own business. “I just decided this is what I want to do,” she said. Wonnell operates a [...]
Learn to prevent heat related illnesses
By Crystal VanHoutan, RN Jefferson County Health Department With the temperature nearing or exceeding 100 degrees again today, it is especially important that people understand how to prevent or decrease the risk of heat related illnesses. Prolonged exposure to heat elevates body temperature and can cause heat illnesses such as heat exhaustion, heat cramps [...]
Bold move by Old Settlers’ Committee pays off
Stone Newell, 2, rides a pony through the children’s parade during the Old Settlers’ Reunion in Oskaloosa. Story and photos by Dennis Sharkey “Unbelievable.” That was the word that Old Settlers’ Reunion committee chair Cathy Dailey used Saturday morning following the Friday night block party that featured the popular band Sellout from Lawrence. “Everybody loved [...]
Local icon John Bower passes away at age 100
by Dennis Sharkey John Bower, a Jefferson County icon and idol to many, has died. Bower passed away at home on June 18. He celebrated his 100th birthday this past December. He is most known for his decades of service in the Kansas House of Representatives and leading the charge against liquor by the drink [...]
Kansas first lady announces Read Kansas Read library grant
Kansas first lady Mary Brownback has announced details of a library grant that is available for libraries participating in the Read Kansas Read summer reading program.