by Clarissa Molyneux Oskaloosa, Iowa – A long time tradition at Oskaloosa High School gave classical music fans a chance to see some high-brow entertainment. The 22nd annual Dessert Concert was held last Saturday, and CRI was there to catch the high notes. It was an exciting night for student musicians in Oskaloosa. Director Bruce […]
by Amy Langdon Oskaloosa, Iowa – In local political news, the Mahaska County Supervisors completed the canvassing process Tuesday, giving final approval of Mahaska County’s election results. Canvassing is required by state law. It’s a process where the supervisors inspect all the results returned by the poll workers after the November 6th general election. […]
(DES MOINES) – Gov. Terry Branstad and Lt. Gov. Kim Reynolds applaud the Federal government’s decision to uphold the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) and deny pending waiver requests. Iowa leads the nation in ethanol production, accounting for 25% of total U.S. ethanol production. In addition, Iowa’s biofuels industry has added $13.1 billion to our economy, […]
Total Iowa Investment by Google to top $1.1 Billion (DES MOINES) – Governor Terry Branstad and Lieutenant Governor Kim Reynolds were joined by Senate Majority Leader Mike Gronstal, Council Bluffs Mayor Tom Hanafan, Council Bluffs officials, and representatives from Google today at a news conference at the State Capitol in Des Moines. During the news […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – “Dinner and a show, don’t miss it!” is one parents response to the upcoming Madrigal event in Oskaloosa. Oskaloosa High School Vocal Arts program presents the 2012 Madrigal dinner shows that are a mixture of skits, dinner, and much music in this Renaissance themed event. Show dates are Friday December 7th and […]
(DES MOINES) – Gov. Terry Branstad this morning submitted the below letter of intent on the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) to Sec. Sebelius, meeting the deadline previously set forth by the Health and Human Services director. However, late yesterday, Sec. Sebelius pushed back the deadline to December 14. In response to the […]
PELLA—Central College raced to 15-4 lead and never relinquished it, making Craig Douma a winner in his first collegiate debut Thursday with a 96-82 win over Monmouth College (Ill.). Forward Matt Greenfield (junior, Huxley, Ballard HS) had a game-high 31 points while guard Branden Stubbs (junior, Pleasant Hill, Des Moines Christian HS) had 21. Guard […]
Oskaloosa–The William Penn men’s basketball has roared out to its best start since joining the NAIA after powering past Graceland 110-62 in non-conference action Thursday. Seven players reached double figures as William Penn hit the 6-0 mark for the first time since its transition to the NAIA in 2001-2002. It is unknown at this time […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The Transform Academy’s gymnasts’ JO (Junior Olympic) Compulsory Team competed on Saturday November 10th and Sunday November 11th at the Black Hawk Classic Celebration of Stars in Waterloo, IA. Level/Age Vault Bars Beam Floor AA (All-Around) Place/# gymnasts Lydia Van Veldhuizen Level 4 7 8.625 (4th) 7.200 (6th) 8.325 (4th) 8.225 (4th) […]
PELLA—A 17-8 burst early in the second half gave the Central College women’s basketball team a 63-56 season-opening win Thursday night in Pella. The Dutch trailed by as many as nine points in the first half, but cut the margin to 25-20 at intermission. Central came out pressuring in the second half and forced 15 […]
