OSKALOOSA - For the first time in more than 100 years, residents of Oskaloosa gathered to celebrate their new fire station. The Oskaloosa Fire Station, which has been completely updated with all renovations now complete, was host to several dozen members of the community and local public officials throughout the afternoon and evening on Thursday, Aug.
Following the ceremony, members of the public toured the facility. They filed into and examined the large apparatus bay, currently empty as the fire engines had been parked nearby to accommodate the visitors.
The second level includes an exercise area, a deck complete with a grill, maps, lockers, work spaces and a living room area. Fire Department history was also featured, with artifacts and decorations on display throughout the building. Members of the public seemed excited about the kitchen and meeting room, and they also viewed sleeping quarters.