4-H members from across the state completed projects throughout the year. As they completed projects, some were turned into 4-H exhibits that were judged and on display at the county fairs. A selected group of exhibits was chosen during each county fair to represent each county at the Iowa State Fair in August. Exhibits from […]
Mahaska County 4-H youth showed livestock during the first and second week of the Iowa State Fair. “Youth gain so many positive skills by exhibiting livestock,” Mike Anderson, 4-H agriculture superintendent said. “The dedication, responsibility, decision-making and leadership they develop can prepare them for careers that use these skills.” Mahaska County exhibitors placed as follows: […]
EBF at the West Branch Tournament Aug. 25, 2012 2nd Place – Tournament Record 3-2 – Overall Record 5-3 EBF vs. English Valley 21-5 21-2 EBF vs. Highland 22-20 21-18 EBF vs. West Branch 17-21 11-21 EBF vs. Winfield Mt. Union 25-15 25-27 16-14 West Branch (Championship Game) 15-25 23-25 STATS: Tasha Alexander: 82/93 Attacks, […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Twenty years ago the Oskaloosa Optimist Club held its first Tri-Star football skills event. On September 14, 2012 the club will once again host the event. Open to all fourth, fifth and sixth grade girls and boys who reside or attend school in Mahaska County. There is no cost to participate. Free […]
Des Moines, IA- Rep. Leonard Boswell will have a member of his staff in Montezuma and Oskaloosa, Tuesday, September 4, 2012, for open office hours. Greg Johnson, Boswell’s District Representative, will be at: Montezuma City Hall from 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Oskaloosa Public Library from 11:00 AM – 12:00 Noon Johnson will be on […]
MAHASKA COUNTY – Mahaska Health Partnership is pleased to welcome Licensed Massage Therapist and Oskaloosa native Michelle Hynick. “We are very pleased to have Michelle joining our staff,” MHP Executive Director of Clinic Services Kevin DeRonde said. “She is a unique addition to our team that patients are sure to benefit from and enjoy.” Hynick […]
Beacon, Iowa – Tuesday, September 4, 2012 7:00 p.m I. Call to Order II. General Business A. Review Minutes from August 2, 2012 Meeting B. Treasurer’s Report C. Claims Report D. Sewer Report – Kevin Bork E. Water Reports – Shirley Mitrisin Elwood Hanna Justin Scholtus F. Hall Rentals G. Stephen Memorial Animal Shelter H. […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Students do better in school when their parents are involved in their learning. In September Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is sponsoring an interactive webinar for parents, grandparents and teachers with tips on how to help children and youth be successful learners. The free webinar is Monday, Sept. 10, 8-9 p.m., […]
EMPHASIS ON FAN AMENITIES WILL HIGHLIGHT THE NEWTON TRACK’S FINAL RACE WEEKEND OF 2012 (NEWTON, Iowa – August 30, 2012) Iowa Speedway officials announced that the final race weekend of the 2012 season, Friday and Saturday, September 14-15, will have a ‘Fan Appreciation’ theme, offering race goers a rare glimpse ‘behind the scenes’ at a […]
Sioux Falls, S.D.–The William Penn men’s cross country team opened 2012 with a solid showing under the lights at the Augustana Twilight Invitational Friday. On a course illuminated both conventionally (soccer field lights) and unconventionally (glow sticks), freshman Yanni Gallagher (Kanab, Utah, Kanab HS) led his squad on the four-mile course with a time of […]
