PELLA—The Central College men’s track and field team is ranked 10th in the ninth week of power rankings released by the U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association. The Dutch slid one notch from last week’s ranking. Meanwhile, the women’s squad dropped out of the top 25 after holding on to No. 24 […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Students may still be counting down to summer break but the Operation Backpack of Mahaska County Committee is already preparing for the fourth annual back-to-school county backpack program season. Operation Backpack is a united effort between Salvation Army, SIEDA, the United Way of Mahaska County, and Love INC as well as many […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – During a near marathon session, the Mahaska County Board of Supervisors approved Joe Warrick to a 4 year term to the newly created airport board that will oversee the development of the regional airport venture between Oskaloosa, Pella and Mahaska County. Supervisor Greg Gordy once again made the motion to appoint Margret […]
by R.D. Keep Oskaloosa, Iowa – During Oskaloosa’s council meeting Monday night city leaders agreed to an award to the Mahaska County Sheriff’s Office of $29,167.10. The award stemmed from an April 29 trial in which the Compensation Commission made the decision in favor of Dennis and Linda Selby. The payment is in regards to […]
Saturday, May 26, 10:30 AM at The Book Vault Jane Lea Dykstra, former Oskaloosa resident and daughter of Mel and Jeneane Dykstra, will be at Book Vault for the debut of her book, What Heaven is Like. Dysktra’s book is a true story about the timeless love of a dad for his son that stretches […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The William Penn University faculty, staff, and administration are thrilled to have over 100 students from Mahaska County enrolled for the 2012-2013 school year. These students join the increasing Statesmen population and attribute to over $1 million in scholarships awarded to Mahaska County residents. William Penn University will award Academic Scholarships and […]
By K.J. Pilcher, Special for NASCAR Wire Service NEWTON, Iowa — Ricky Stenhouse Jr.’s success at Iowa Speedway continues. The defending NASCAR Nationwide Series points champion extended his winning streak at Iowa Speedway. Stenhouse dominated the field for most of the race to capture the checkered flag at the Pioneer Hi-Bred 250 in front of […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Mahaska County Supervisor Henry ‘Willie’ VanWeelden will have a new day in court based upon documents by Judge Paul Miller in the case. Back in April, Judge Paul Miller heard the arguments from both the Defense and the State for and against VanWeelden having a new trial. State Assistant Attorney General Becky […]
Keomah Village, Iowa – Residents of Keomah Village commuted into Oskaloosa for work early Friday morning. City of Keomah Village Mayor Mark De Jong said the ride was a show of support for the Bike to Work activities sponsored by the Mahaska County Wellness Coalition. Participants talked about the need to promote healthy activities and […]
GRINNELL, Iowa – Record-setting Grinnell College diver Kelly Bruce ’12 has been named to the Capital One Academic All-District At-Large First Team for the 2011-12 campaign. Bruce is the Grinnell school record-holder in one- and three-meter diving with scores of 483.85 and 498.75, respectively. She is a seven-time Midwest Conference champion and three-time MWC Diver […]
