FOOD & DRINK

The KNIA/KRLS Home Shopping Extravaganza returns on Tuesday for the first of a three-day run. Participants can call the studios and purchase items from local businesses and those around the Midwest at discounted prices, including gift certificates at restaurants and retailers, car services, hotel stays, entertainment, and more. Hours for the KNIA/KRLS Home Shopping Extravaganza will be from 10 a.m. until noon and 1 to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday. There will be a presale tomorrow from 8-11 a.m. and on Monday from 1:30-5 p.m. KNIA/KRLS Sales Manager Trevor Castle says that the presale is a great way for listeners to ensure they get what they are looking for.

The Union Street Players invite the community to two nights of mystery and meals. The local theater troupe is hosting Curse of the Parrot Island Treasure on Friday, September 29th and Saturday, September 30th at 6:30 p.m. The event includes a three-course meal catered by Liberty Street Kitchen and costume rental from the Union Street Players Costume Shop. Those with questions should email USPMurderMystery@gmail.com.

The Knoxville Homecoming Parade is taking place today at 3:00 pm. The parade route and staging area will be closed off starting at 2:20, so plan an alternative route when driving. The parade route including the staging area and barricaded roads will start just east of Ken Locke Stadium and continue east on Main Street. It will then head south for one block on S 4th Street, and then head west on Robinson Street back to Ken Locke. The actual parade will start in front of Peace Tree Brewing and end on the intersection of Robinson and S Roche Street.

Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some adorable pets near you up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing pets up for adoption at animal shelters in and around Oskaloosa.

Country music star Luke Bryan has announced a location change for his popular Farm Tour concert, which is now set to occur in Jasper County, Iowa, rather than its usual spot in Boone County.

A busy fall season awaits Pella Historical Museums. Executive Director Jessi Galligan is excited for the transition from summer to winter at the Historical Village and their nearby locations, especially as they prepare for the returning Wyatt Earp Day this Saturday. Additionally, the non-profit organization is seeking volunteers for the...

The inaugural edition of FILM FEST KNOX, set to take place in Knoxville this year from November 9 to 12, has announced the six titles that will be featured in its American Regional Film Competition section, designed to highlight work produced outside of New York and Los Angeles, including the sophomore directorial feature by 25 New Face of Film Graham Swon.

The Mahaska County Board of Supervisors met this morning and had another discussion about the proposed South Central Regional Airport. The board discussed options for a county-wide vote on the status of the airport after indefinitely tabling the issue of the closure of 220th street for the sake of the airport at its most recent meeting.

From the Jasper County Sheriff's Office | Press Release. On Thursday, September 21st, 2023, the Luke Bryan Farm Tour will be visiting Jasper County at the Schnell Family Farms on N 19th Ave W Northeast of Colfax. Starting around 5am on the 21st concert vehicles will be in and about...

The award-winning Pella Christian theatre troupe aims to preview their upcoming production while raising funds for a good cause. Abby Dart, Lauren Winn, and Mia Andringa preview the Mary Poppins Tea Party. Tickets are available online for the tea party here. Podcast: Play in new window | Download. Subscribe: Apple...

A new chef is leading the food service program at Oskaloosa Schools this year and will usher in a new vision and opportunity for students and staff meals. Most recently, Oldes served as the executive chef of One Eleven Public House in Knoxville, Iowa. There, she oversaw recipe creation, menu planning, food costing, and managing a cooking team. Oskaloosa locals also may recognize Oldes as the former executive chef and owner of On the Green, which has new ownership and is now known as Wood Iron Grille.

The Knoxville Rotary Club is holding a Thelma’s famous fried chicken dinner fundraiser tomorrow. Tickets for this dinner are $10 and can be purchased at Croghan + Russell CPA, Johnson, Lane & Hughes Law Office, Knoxville Chiropractic Clinic, Sundance Realty, or Treasured Portraits. The dinners can be picked up at the Sprint Car Hall of Fame parking lot from 4:30-6:30 pm. This fundraiser is to support Rotary community projects such as flags on Highway 14, Youth RYLA, and human trafficking prevention.

The owner of Peace Tree Brewing Co. announced Sept. 14 that she plans to sell her business. Megan McKay, who founded one of Iowa’s first craft breweries and the first 100% woman-owned Iowa brewery nearly 15 years ago, said she is seeking a new owner or ownership group to propel the company forward.

The Pella Library, in collaboration with Swiss storyteller coach, Joel Blom, has announced its first open-mic StorySLAM event. The theme of the night is “coming home.”. A StorySLAM is an opportunity for anyone with a true story to share around the night’s theme. Stories should be five minutes or less and true, as recalled by the storyteller. Audience feedback and moderated discussion is encouraged.

Central College released Forever Dutch Lager Friday. Central is the first private college in Iowa to partner with a local brewery to offer a signature craft beer. With Forever Dutch lager, 15% of sales will go toward the Journey Scholarship Fund. This collaborative effort brings together a local brewery, Gezellig Brewing Co. in Newton, owned by Betsy Duffy and Mindi Vanden Bosch, and a local business partner, Pella Hops Co. owned by BJ Stokesbary, to support a common goal.

West Ridge Specialty Care in Knoxville will be holding a fall festival on Thursday, September 28th. This is a free community event from 4:00-7:00 pm which will include kids activities, a free chili dinner, and live music. There will be a sidewalk chalk competition, face painting, prizes, crafts and balloon animals for kids of all ages. West Ridge Specialty Care is located at 1904 W Howard St.

100+ Men on a Mission – Red Rock presented a $10,000 check to Crisis Canines of Midlands on Monday. Crisis Canines of Midlands was founded by Justin and Rebecca Smith in 2022 after certifying K9 “Glory” as the second Crisis Response Therapy K9 in the state of Iowa. Justin is a critical care paramedic and battalion chief in the Knoxville Fire Department, while Rebecca is a veterinarian and co-owner of Midland Prairie Veterinary Services. Justin says that the organization’s purpose is to help individuals affected by or responding to crises and disasters.

A local musician aims to highlight original music at an upcoming performance on the Tulip Toren. Chris Hopkins says he is organizing the Pella All-Original Music Showcase on Saturday, September 16th, with five bands performing their music from noon to 8 p.m. Hopkins says the five performances will highlight originally written and composed music from the area. Hear more about the Pella All Original Music Showcase on today’s Let’s Talk Pella.

OSKALOOSA — Studio Osky at 212 North Market Street in Oskaloosa invites you to attend the next Mahaska Mixer co-hosted by the Mahaska Chamber Diplomats on Thursday October 5. Studio Osky is an art collective and gallery featuring art exhibits, artist receptions, open mic nights and more. Plan to...

Author Linda McCann will present her latest book, Iowa’s Rosie the Riveters, at the Webb Shadle Public Library in Pleasantville next week. McCann’s new book focuses on Rosie the Riveters in Iowa, which was a name used to encourage women to go to work during World War II as men fought in the war. During that time, Iowa had 70 businesses that used women to meet production of military needs. McCann spoke with 35 women who had worked as Rosie’s, with some working in Iowa and others that went to the West Coast. During the presentation, she will discuss those conversations, while also exploring Iowa history and stories. Copies of Iowa’s Rosie the Riveters will be available for purchase and signing for $20 at the event.