Oskaloosa–All-American Damon Harrison defensive tackle has gone to the next level and succeeded, making the 53-man roster for the New York Jets. Harrison, who is making $390,000 this year, survived the Jets’ initial cutdown to 53 players last Friday, then made it through Saturday, when the Jets waived three of those 53 after being awarded […]
PELLA— An early second-half goal pushed St. Catherine University (Minn.) to a 2-1 win over the Central College women’s soccer team Wednesday evening. Elly Leyva netted the unassisted game-winning goal for the Wildcats just three minutes in to break the 1-1 tie. Central forward Alayna Bailey (junior, Des Moines, Hoover HS) put the Dutch on […]
Oskaloosa–The William Penn volleyball team bent to its limit, but never broke in a five-game victory over Loras in non-conference action Wednesday. The Lady Statesmen (6-4), playing in their home opener, won by scores of 25-23, 25-20, 16-25, 16-25, 15-11. They overcame being outhit .238-.153 with several factors, including picking up five more aces, 11-6. […]
MAHASKA COUNTY – Mahaska Health Partnership will be hosting the Blank Children’s Hospital Fire Safety House and the Zimmer Mobile Learning Center on Wednesday, Sept. 12 in recognition of Family Preparedness Month. Family Preparedness Month is a time recognized to encourage families to assemble an emergency kit, create or update disaster plans, stay informed and […]
Milton E. Fisher September 12, 1929 – September 7, 2012 Knoxville, Iowa Knoxville. Milton E. Fisher, 82, of Knoxville, and formerly of Fremont and Oskaloosa, went to be with the Lord, Friday, September 7, 2012, while being cared for at the Knoxville Hospital in Knoxville, Iowa. He was born September 12, 1929, at Sterling, Illinois, […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – During an election year, there are enough polarized opinions to make a person wonder how we function as a state and or nation. But for one week, the residents of Iowa, whether permanent or short-term, move into two polar opposites. Many of them get into the spirit of it by carrying their […]
PELLA — Mark Babcock, associate professor of music at Central College, will give a lecture and organ recital Sept. 23 at 3 p.m. in the Chapel. The event is a celebration of Babcock receiving the M. Joan Kuyper Farver Endowed Chair in Music. The chair represents Central’s commitment to the arts and the belief that […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Join us Friday, September 14th at Oskaloosa Christian School for a crazy, fun night celebrating God’s gift of harvest. Dinner will be served from 5:00-6:30 pm. Just $4.00 will get you a delicious pulled pork sandwich or hot dog, baked beans, chips, dessert and drink. Take a trip to the bake sale […]
The Mahaska County Republicans invite you to attend the Mahaska County Republican Election Headquarters Grand Opening. You can meet and listen to local candidates on Saturday, September 8th at 4:00 pm. The headquarters is located in the old Herald Building at 123 N. Market in Oskaloosa.
Iowans urged to “Pledge to Prepare” DES MOINES – Governor Terry E. Branstad has proclaimed September Family Preparedness Month in Iowa. This year, Iowans are being encouraged to take a pledge to be better prepared for all emergencies and disasters. “We encourage Iowans to ‘Pledge to Prepare,’ during Family Preparedness Month,” said HSEMD Administrator Mark […]
