Mahaska county i Iowa i USA

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Coal mining was once a major industry in Mahaska County. In the 19th century, Muchakinock, about 5 miles (8.0 km) south of Oskaloosa, was probably the largest and most prosperous coal camp in Iowa.

1843-02-17

was Mahaska County formed. The county has been self-governing since February 5, 1844. The county was the first in Iowa to have a sheriff and a justice of peace.

1846-01

was first courthouse completed. The second structure was put into use on February 27, 1886. The first school, a small log cabin one-half mile (ca. 2 km) east of Oskaloosa, was opened on September 16, 1844 and the Cumberland Presbyterian Church opened as the first church in 1846.

1850-07-02

the first edition of the Iowa Herald was issued (today the Oskaloosa Herald).

1864-

the first tracks were laid through the county of the Des Moines Valley Railroad.

The county is named after Chief Mahaska of the Iowa tribe.