Following a comprehensive search process, Christian Opportunity Center has promoted Bre Brooks to Human Resources Director after seven years with the organization in two different positions. Brooks began her time at COC as a Human Resources Associate in the winter of 2008. After 17 months, Brooks transferred to Program Coordinator, a position she has held […]
Volunteers have reached a decision about where dollars from United Way of Mahaska County’s fall campaign will go. Thirteen local nonprofits will receive $194,000 in 2016 through the annual community investment process. “The Community Investment Team had to make some very hard decisions,” said Amy Meyer, executive director of United Way of Mahaska County. “We […]
MAHASKA COUNTY – Lead is a metal found naturally in the environment and some household products. While small amounts of exposure are usually harmless to adults, it can cause a variety of health complications for young children. Mahaska Health Partnership stresses the importance of lead testing for children. “With the recent crisis developing in Flint, […]
Oskaloosa–Fans packed inside Penn Gymnasium were treated to extra play on what is always the most entertaining night of the year as the William Penn men’s basketball team had to go to overtime, but still held on for an 88-82 win against Grand View in Heart of America Athletic Conference play Wednesday. Courtesy of Graceland’s […]
Oskaloosa–For the first time since becoming league rivals over a decade ago, the Statesmen women’s basketball team pulled off a season sweep of Grand View by winning Wednesday’s Heart of America Athletic Conference matchup 77-66. William Penn (11-11, 8-7 Heart) trailed by one point entering the fourth, but strung together its best quarter of the […]
MAHASKA COUNTY – Mahaska Health Partnership celebrated National Patient Recognition Day on Tuesday, Feb. 2. Inpatients received a purple carnation in a vase, along with a card of thanks, delivered by MHP Whispering Tree Gifts Volunteer Floral Designer Dorothy Vos. “We know our patients have a choice when it comes to their healthcare,” MHP Chief […]
PELLA — Mistakes were more plentiful than scoring opportunities as the Central College women’s basketball team was overpowered by league-leading Luther College Wednesday, 80-52. Freshman forward Claire Marburger (Perry) and sophomore guard Emily Dine (Tampa Bay, Fla., East Lake HS) were again steady offensive performers with 18 and 15 points, respectively. “Emily Dine and Claire […]
PELLA — For the fourth time this season, Colby Taylor (junior, Creston) scored 30 or more points in a game as the Central College men’s basketball team outpaced Luther College in a 84-71 win Wednesday night. Taylor’s big night also featured 12 rebounds and four assists to aid the Dutch (14-6, 5-4 conf.) to victory. […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The Oskaloosa City Council met in regular session on Monday, where they welcomed the newest addition to the Oskaloosa Police Department. Janay Pritchett, a William Penn student and basketball standout, was sworn in on Monday night. The agenda was set to help council members reach their caucus locations by the 7pm deadline. […]
by Esther Lwakabamba The Iowa Caucus has come to an end. Last night saw a record number of new and experienced caucus participants. Undeniably, caucus-goers this election cycle had a number of options with the pool of candidates on both sides. Some say they were looking for the ideal candidate, regardless of party lines. “Personally, […]
