Iowa winters can be challenging for drivers, walkers, community members, businesses and organizations. Many postponements and cancellations are available on local radio, in local newsletters, and on-line when provided. Be prepared, not only when in your vehicle but prior to venturing out in the elements.

This just in for 02.08.2010 ~

• Penn Central Railroad Club cancelled
• Mahaska County Historical Society meeting postponed until 02.10.10
• A snow emergency has been declared by the City of Oskaloosa
• New Sharon snow ordinance goes into effect at 6 p.m.
• Oskaloosa Public School - 2 hour early dismissal, no afternoon preschool
• Oskaloosa High School and Middle School Games are cancelled
• Oskaloosa Christian - 2 hour early dismissal
• North Mahaska - 1 p.m., dismissal, no afternoon preschool, no basketball game tonight
• Twin Cedars - 11 a.m. dismissal, no evening activities
• Eddyville-Blakesburg - dismsising at 1, no evening activities
• Fremont - dismissing at 1
• Tri-County - dismissing at 12:30
• Pella Community - dismissing 2 hours early
• William Penn - No evening classes including CWA
• Buena Vista, Ottumwa - No evening classes; offices open until 5 p.m.
• Kids Corner - No Pre-K or preschool but are still open for child care
• Little Creations Preschool - No afternoon preschool
• After Five Women's Dinner at the Peppertree is cancelled
• Bussey Bingo is cancelled
• Oskaloosa Clover Kids - cancelled
• Mahaska County Extension certification class postponed until 9:30 a.m., 02.11.10
• Homeless Coalition postponed their meeting until 02.15.10
• Boy Scout Troop Court of Honor postponed until 02.15.10

Snow Emergency: Has your community declared a snow emergency? Better check ...  A snow emergency means all vehicles must be removed from city streets to allow city crews to plow. Vehicles left on the street could be towed at owner's expense. To see if a snow emergency is in effect or for more information, contact Oskaloosa City Hall, 641.673.9431, or visit www.oskaloosaiowa.org.

City Sidewalks: As a reminder city ordinances usually have requirements for snow removal from sidewalks. Property owners in Oskaloosa are responsible for clearing away the snow from the sidewalks along the front of their property after the snow has stopped. The City of Oskaloosa charges 25 cents a foot to clear away snow. Do you know the regulations within your community? City Clerks can provide that inforamtion.