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WPU Wins Third Quarter, Ultimately Drops Home Matchup with Bobcats »

Oskaloosa–The Statesmen women’s basketball team played hard for 40 minutes, but its first home game in nearly a month was not enough to lift it in an 82-54 Heart of…

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Free Throw Struggles Doom WPU in Narrow Loss to Peru State »

Oskaloosa–Free throw disparities proved costly for the William Penn men’s basketball team, as it fell 77-75 to Peru State in a nail-biting Heart of America Athletic Conference clash on Monday.…

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Jestina Falconer and Jackson Sisul, seniors at Oskaloosa High School, are taking hands-on learning to new heights with their Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) projects.

Oskaloosa projects prepare students for the future OSKALOOSA, IA — Jestina Falconer and Jackson Sisul, seniors at Oskaloosa High School,…

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Gov. Reynolds Highlights Achievements and Sets Bold Goals in Condition of the State Address »

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DES MOINES—Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds delivered her 2025 Condition of the State Address, celebrating Iowa’s progress while charting an ambitious…

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Oskaloosa School Board Advances Key Projects and Celebrates Educational Achievements »

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The Oskaloosa School Board held its regular meeting on January 14, 2025, addressing a variety of topics ranging from public…

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Iowa Legislature convenes for 2025 session with focus on property taxes, schools »

Lawmakers in the Iowa House were sworn in for the 91st General Assembly at the Iowa State Capitol Jan. 13, 2025. (Photo by Robin Opsahl/Iowa Capital Dispatch)

by Robin Opsahl and Kathie Obradovich, Iowa Capital Dispatch January 13, 2025 The Iowa Legislature convened for the 2025 legislative…

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Turning Classrooms into Careers »

Jestina Falconer and Jackson Sisul, seniors at Oskaloosa High School, are taking hands-on learning to new heights with their Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) projects.

Oskaloosa projects prepare students for the future OSKALOOSA, IA — Jestina Falconer and Jackson Sisul, seniors at Oskaloosa High School, are taking hands-on learning to new heights with their Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) projects. Part of the FFA curriculum, these projects allow students to apply…

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WPU Wins Third Quarter, Ultimately Drops Home Matchup with Bobcats »

William Penn University Athletics

Oskaloosa–The Statesmen women’s basketball team played hard for 40 minutes, but its first home game in nearly a month was not enough to lift it in an 82-54 Heart of America Athletic Conference loss to Peru State Monday. William Penn (2-12, 1-10 Heart), playing in…

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Free Throw Struggles Doom WPU in Narrow Loss to Peru State »

William Penn University Athletics

Oskaloosa–Free throw disparities proved costly for the William Penn men’s basketball team, as it fell 77-75 to Peru State in a nail-biting Heart of America Athletic Conference clash on Monday. Despite extending their losing streak to four games, the Statesmen (8-7, 5-6 Heart) showed improvement,…

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NM Girls Fourth at Invite »

North Mahaska Warhawks

NEW SHARON – North Mahaska’s girls wrestling team crowned a pair of champions and three runnerups to place fourth at their invitational Saturday. All nine placed in the 10-team tournament. Cardinal won the meet with 130 points and LeMars was second with 114.5. North Tama…

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NM Boys Third at Invite »

North Mahaska Warhawks

NEW SHARON – North Mahaska had a competitive day Saturday at their own wrestling invitational. The Warhawks accumulated 160.5 points to place third behind Solon with 245.5 and Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont with 222. Ryan Groom ran his undefeated season mark to 27-0 to lead the way. Three…

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Weaver, West Lock Up Passes to Nationals at Battle at the Hive »

William Penn University Athletics

Davenport–Two more members of the William Penn men’s track and field team qualified for nationals as the Statesmen continued their indoor season at the St. Ambrose Battle at the Hive Saturday. Anthony Weaver (Fr., Demopolis, Ala., Mechanical Engineering) punched his ticket in the triple jump…

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Statesmen Open 2025 at Battle at the Hive »

William Penn University Athletics

Davenport–The William Penn women’s track and field continued its indoor campaign Saturday, starting up the calendar year at the St. Ambrose Battle at the Hive. De’Avae Adderley (Jr., Nassau, Bahamas, Engineering Technology) guided the navy and gold with a pair of top-three efforts. The junior…

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Multiple Bonus-Point Victories Not Enough as WPU Loses on Criteria »

William Penn University Athletics

Atchison, Kan.–The Statesmen men’s wrestling team claimed a handful of big wins Friday, but fell just shy of earning its first dual meet victory of the year as it faced off against Benedictine in a Heart of America Athletic Conference matchup. William Penn (0-5, 0-5…

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Statesmen Unable to Overcome Challenges in 97-74 Defeat to CMU »

William Penn University Athletics

Fayette, Mo.–-The William Penn men’s basketball team was unable to snap its three-game losing streak, falling 97-74 to Central Methodist in Heart of America Athletic Conference play Saturday. The Statesmen (8-6, 5-5 Heart) opened the game on a promising note, scoring the first six points.…

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West Posts Huge Day in Loss to Eagles »

William Penn University Athletics

Fayette, Mo.–Carley West (Jr., Saint Paul, Minn., Human Services) scored a season-high 33 points, but the William Penn women’s basketball team could not slow down Central Methodist in a 79-55 Heart of America Athletic Conference loss Saturday. West knocked down 12 of her 26 field…

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Turning Classrooms into Careers »

Jestina Falconer and Jackson Sisul, seniors at Oskaloosa High School, are taking hands-on learning to new heights with their Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) projects.

Oskaloosa projects prepare students for the future OSKALOOSA, IA — Jestina Falconer and Jackson Sisul, seniors at Oskaloosa High School, are taking hands-on learning to…

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Letter To The Editor: November is Eye Donation Month

Editors Note: The views and opinions expressed in this editorial are not necessarily the views or opinions of Oskaloosa News. November is Eye Donation Month, and I encourage all Iowans to register as organ donors. You…

Nov 7 2024 / Read More »
Agendas and Minutes Mahaska County Courthouse

Summary of the Mahaska County Board of Supervisors Meeting Agenda (November 18, 2024)

The Mahaska County Board of Supervisors will hold a meeting on Monday, November 18, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. in the third-floor conference room of the Mahaska County Courthouse, Oskaloosa, Iowa. The meeting will be live-streamed with…

Nov 16 2024 / Read More »
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Beekeeping Classes to Begin at the Environmental Learning Center

OSKALOOSA, IOWA – Aspiring beekeepers and nature enthusiasts are invited to join Beginning Beekeeping Classes at the Environmental Learning Center, located at 2342 Hwy 92, Oskaloosa. These hands-on classes, sponsored by the Iowa Honey Producers Association…

Jan 10 2025 / Read More »
Local Sports Southern Iowa Speedway

Musco Lighting Fall Challenge Brings 2024 Racing Season To An End At SIS

By: Jerry Mackey Oskaloosa, Iowa: The 2024 racing season came to an end over the weekend at the Southern Iowa Speedway on the Mahaska County Fairgrounds in Oskaloosa. Great weather and large fields of race cars…

Oct 14 2024 / Read More »
Clubs and Organizations Mahaska Chamber and Development 100 years.

Mahaska Chamber Celebrates 100 years as a Chamber of Commerce

The Mahaska Chamber & Development Group is celebrating 100 years of being a member of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce—August 30, 1924 to August 30, 2024. There will be an open house on Friday, August 30,…

Aug 23 2024 / Read More »
Education The Hoover Presidential Foundation

Scholarship Opportunity for Iowa High School Juniors

WEST BRANCH, IOWA – January 8, 2025 – The Hoover Presidential Foundation will award over $60,000 in scholarships to Iowa students this year. This is the 28th year of the annual Herbert Hoover Uncommon Student Award,…

Jan 9 2025 / Read More »
Local Businesses McKay Group

McKay Group Welcomes Dan Shutt to Expand Health Insurance Services in Marion County

Knoxville, IA – McKay Group, a longstanding name in the insurance industry, has announced the addition of Dan Shutt to its team. With over 30 years of experience in health insurance, Shutt is set to lead…

Oct 31 2024 / Read More »
Lifestyle Mahaska County Conservation Board

Seeking Enthusiastic Volunteer Campground Host for Eveland Access Campground 2025 Season!

[Oskaloosa, IA] – Love the great outdoors and want to make a difference? Eveland Access Campground is looking for a passionate and friendly Volunteer Campground Host for the 2025 camping season! This is your chance to…

Jan 7 2025 / Read More »

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