Oskaloosa–Led by nationally-ranked Scottie Bonds (Jr., Chicago, Ill., Physical Education), seven William Penn wrestlers continue to be ranked regionally as the NAIA’s second top-20 poll was released Wednesday. The Statesmen dropped a few spots to #27 (12 points) with Bonds remaining fifth at 149 pounds. As per the norm, Grand View is #1 with 136 […]
Oskaloosa–Meaghan Foster (Sr., Centerville, Iowa, Physical Education) qualified for nationals in her first try of the indoor season and for that was named Heart of America Athletic Conference Women’s Indoor Field Athlete of the Week Monday. Foster collected her second career laurel as she hit the NAIA’s ‘B’ standard in the shot put at the […]
Editors Note: The views and opinions expressed in this editorial are not necessarily the views or opinions of Oskaloosa News. In the summer of 2004, I moved to Oskaloosa after accepting a position at William Penn University. Just a year out of college, I figured my time in ‘Osky’ would be short-lived and just a […]
PELLA— Following a team title at the Milwaukee School of Engineering Invitational and a sound defeat of previously ranked Augustana (Ill.) in dual action, the Central College wrestling team climbed to No. 13 in this week’s National Wrestling Coaches Association (NWCA) Division III rankings. It’s the highest position in the poll for the Dutch since […]
The boys traveled back to Marshalltown to take on the Bobcats and the number 1 rated team in the state, Johnston Dragons. The Indians have been improving all year and they continued to show people that the swimmers are working hard as they continued to take time off of their swims and collect more team […]
All three of the 7th grade girl’s teams were in action against Newton last night. The A team had a very strong performance, they started the game fast and led the entire game. The team played a complete game being aggressive on both sides of the ball and earned there second win of the season […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Fire devastated a long-time Oskaloosa restaurant on Thursday morning. Oskaloosa Fire Chief Mark Neff said that the fire department was called to the scene of a fire at the Oskaloosa Pizza Hut, 1503 A Ave E, location around 1:30am Thursday. Neff said that when fire crews arrived, fire was coming out of […]
MAHASKA COUNTY – Mahaska Health Partnership has named Family Practice Physician Shawn Richmond, MD, the 2015 MHP MVP (Most Valuable Provider). Dr. Richmond was presented the honor on Tuesday, Dec. 8 at the annual Provider Appreciation Dinner, held at the Peppertree in Oskaloosa. Members of the Provider Satisfaction Team help select the MHP MVP recipient […]
PELLA — Four Central College football seniors have been selected to participate in this year’s Tazon De Estrellas (Bowl of the Stars) in Baja, Mexico Saturday, Dec. 19. Defensive back Cael Halfman (Manly/St. Ansgar HS), tight end Jake Wassenaar (Pella), defensive lineman Dustin Smith (Marion/Linn-Mar HS) and offensive lineman Nick Watson (Janesville) will represent the […]
All three of the 7th grade girl’s teams were in action last against Norwalk. The A team had another strong performance but again came up just a bit short. They fought back after giving up a big lead in the first half but lost 28-24. Maddie Haines led the way with 7 points. Emily Simon […]
