
The girls’ soccer team was in action last night against Centerville. After a slow start in the 1st half, the offense would come alive in the 2nd half and the Indians would prevail 10-0 to move their record to 2-2 on the season. The first half would find the girls going into a very strong […]

Oskaloosa, Iowa – The tables were all set, and many looked and played their part for the evening, which was to highlight the service and sacrifice of those who served in the WWII Naval Armed Guard. Kelly Halbert, Curator at the Nelson Pioneer Farm, said that the dinner, dessert, and presentation is something they are […]
Apr 22 2017 | Posted in
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Oskaloosa, Iowa – William Penn University students had an opportunity to showcase their talents and academic findings on Thursday, during the Student Research and Creative Arts Symposium (SRCAS). The event, held inside the Penn Activity Center [PAC], had 110 presentations and 102 students participating. The SRCAS is held each year as a way to highlight […]
Apr 21 2017 | Posted in
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Oskaloosa, Iowa – Stepping into a new job is usually a fairly uncomfortable thing, but when the eye of the public is on you, it can be a little more nerve wracking. Eric Christensen is the new Executive Director at the Mahaska County YMCA, and he said that the community has been very welcoming. “I’ve […]
Apr 21 2017 | Posted in
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Irma Ruth Arnaman March 10, 1929 – April 20, 2017 Grinnell, Iowa | Age 88 Irma Arnaman, 88 of Grinnell passed away Thursday evening, April 20, 2017 at Unity Point Methodist Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa after a very short illness. Irma Ruth Arnaman was born on March 10, 1929 in Brooklyn, Iowa to Jesse […]
Apr 21 2017 | Posted in
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MAHASKA COUNTY – A common topic in digestive health is probiotics, but the options available can be overwhelming. MHP General Surgeon Tim Breon, MD, FACS, offers advice on choosing ones that are right for you. Dr. Breon stresses the importance of keeping the digestive system working well. If you experience digestive issues due to stress […]
Apr 21 2017 | Posted in
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Oskaloosa–The William Penn softball team nearly won the opener, but then ran out of gas in a frustrating nightcap as it was swept by Baker in a Heart of America Athletic Conference doubleheader Thursday. WPU (19-26, 7-19 Heart) lost by scores of 4-3 (8 innings) and 12-3 (5 innings). The hosts made the first noise […]
Apr 21 2017 | Posted in
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Oskaloosa, Iowa – Monday night saw the Oskaloosa City Council award bids for roadwork and approve the site plan for a new bank facility on the west side of Oskaloosa. The State Bank of Bussey had its site plan approved for a new building to be located at 201 Cornerstone Drive. On April 4, 2017, […]
Apr 20 2017 | Posted in
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Oskaloosa, Iowa – The Mahaska County Board of Supervisors met on Monday, where the South Central Behavioral Health Region took center stage. Supervisors Mark Doland and Mark Groenendyk were in attendance, while Willie Van Weelden was not. Appanoose, Davis, Wapello, and Mahaska County make up the four county region. When originally formed, each county had […]
Apr 20 2017 | Posted in
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Kenneth Charles Chilton August 17, 1924 – April 19, 2017 Oskaloosa (Eddyville), Iowa | Age 92 Kenneth Charles Chilton, age 92, of Oskaloosa and formerly of Eddyville, Iowa, passed away Wednesday morning, April 19, 2017, at the Northern Mahaska Specialty Care Center in Oskaloosa. Kenneth was born on August 17, 1924, in Given, Iowa to […]
Apr 20 2017 | Posted in
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