Leland Joshua Robertson February 27, 1910 – October 25, 2013 Oskaloosa, Iowa | Age 103 Loving Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, and Great-Great Grandfather Leland passed away Friday evening at the MHP Hospice Services Serenity House in Oskaloosa at the age of 103 years, 7 months and 26 days. Leland Joshua Robertson, son of Ernest Cleveland […]
Oskaloosa–The names on the roster will be very different, but one thing remains the same–the William Penn men’s basketball team will served as the hunted as the Midwest Collegiate Conference preseason coaches’ poll was released today. The Statesmen return from a record-breaking 34-2 season (12-0 MCC) that witnessed the program reach its first-ever national championship […]
2012-2013 record: 19-10 (9-3 MCC, 2nd) Starters returning/lost: 2/3 Letterwinners returning/lost: 7/8 Notable returners: Katie Golomski Jr. Milwaukee, Wis. (Honorable-mention all-MCC, 9.6 points/game, 63 three-pointers) Janay Pritchett Jr. Cedar Rapids, Iowa (Honorable-mention all-MCC, 10.7 points/game, 57 assists) Jessie Kreuser Jr. Mendota Heights, Minn. (5.2 points/game, 4.4 rebounds/game) Susan Smith Sr. Eugene, Ore. (2011-2012 stats–3.9 points/game, […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The buzz generated lately around “Celebrate My Drive” has helped to create awareness and support for teen drivers. The initiative is being sponsored by State Farm Insurance and, locally, by Kelli Steil State Farm. On Wednesday evening, members from Steil’s local office hosted an event at Smokey Row to help bring more […]
With a heavy heart and deep sadness William Penn University announces the accidental death of freshman Renell Perkins on Thursday, October 24. Our heartfelt condolences and sincere prayers go out to Renell’s family, friends and fellow students. The Perkins family was notified last evening at their home in Michigan. Oskaloosa Police and Paramedics on the […]
Editors Note: The views and opinions expressed in this editorial are not necessarily the views or opinions of Oskaloosa News. Oskaloosa, Iowa – After watching the city Council/Mayoral forum and I’ve come up with some questions. What are we trying to fix? What are we trying to “Take Back Our City” from? What is the […]
Ruby A. Sterling April 25, 1929 – October 24, 2013 Rose Hill, Iowa | Age 84 Ruby A. Sterling, 84, of Rose Hill died Thursday, October 24, 2013 at Mahaska Health Partnership in Oskaloosa. She was born Thursday, April 25, 1929 in Buffalo, Kentucky, the daughter of Arthur and Lydia Davis Shipp. After school, Ruby […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Candidates running for office in Oskaloosa had an opportunity Tuesday night to share their thoughts about their vision and plan for Oskaloosa. The forum was made available to voters and candidates alike by the area media. The evening was moderated by Deb VanEnglenhoven. Each candidate was allotted a specific amount of time […]
Oskaloosa–The William Penn football team will return to the Windy City Saturday in search of revenge as it takes on #14 Saint Xavier in Midwest League action. The Statesmen (3-4, 1-1 MWL) travel to Chicago, Ill. to meet the Cougars (4-3, 1-1 MWL) at Bruce R. Deaton Field at 1 p.m. The game will be […]
Oskaloosa–The William Penn soccer teams fell a bit in the NAIA standings as the second Modified Ratings Percentage Index was released today. The men (10-5-1, 1-3-1 MCC) are ranked 93rd out of 194 teams with a mark of .389323, while the women (6-11, 1-4 MCC) are 124th of 196 teams at .321127. The men were […]
