by Wade Steinlage Oskaloosa–The Statesmen men’s basketball team extended its home winning streak as it crushed Wright State Lake 134-69 in non-conference action Saturday. #3 WPU (8-0) has now won 31 straight contests at home and 41 of its last 42 in the friendly confines of Penn Gymnasium. In fact, since the start of 2012-2013, […]
by Wade Steinlage Minneapolis, Minn.–The William Penn wrestling team had numerous individuals compete in three separate divisions at the Augustana Auggie-Adidas Invitational Saturday. The event included a Gold, Silver, and Bronze division and the navy and gold had a placewinner in all three divisions. GOLD Darquell Pierre (So., St. Petersburg, Fla., Sociology) placed sixth at […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Diabetes is one of the most significant health concerns for people, not only in the United States but for many developing countries around the world. On Saturday, professionals and vendors joined together to help educate and inform and raise awareness about the disease, and the steps they can take to combat the […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Friends and supporters of the Mahaska County Salvation Army gathered at Penn Central Mall on Friday to kick-off the 2017 bell ringing season. That sound is a hallmark of the holiday season, as shoppers enter various stores around the community. The red kettles holding those donations this year will serve the people […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – On Thursday night, many community members, leaders and more came out to share their thoughts with the Des Moines Register about how Iowa is changing. Lynn Hicks is an opinion editor for the Des Moines Register and was the emcee for the evening’s discussion. “Changing Iowa is a series of stories that […]
Elizabeth (Jordan) Holliday-Allison June 4, 1939 – November 18, 2017 Eddyville, Iowa | Age 78 Elizabeth Ann (Jordan) Holliday-Allison, age 78, of Eddyville, Iowa, passed away Saturday evening, November 18, 2017 at the Mahaska Hospice Serenity House in Oskaloosa. Elizabeth was born on June 4, 1939 in Wapello County, Iowa to James E. and Lillian […]
Brent Nikkel March 25, 1963 – November 18, 2017 University Park, Iowa | Age 54 Brent Nikkel, 54, of University Park, died Saturday, November 18, 2017, at the MHP Emergency Room in Oskaloosa. He was born March 25, 1963, in Grinnell, Iowa, the son of Bernie J. and Betty Marie (Laverman) Nikkel. During his high […]
This spring you can hear, “Let’s go on a picnic at the Lacey Recreation Complex!” MCRF recently completed a full picnic area to the east of the football stadium for community use. The picnic space includes a large shelter with a concrete floor and patio that will house six picnic tables for large groups, especially […]
by Bill Wright November 18, 2017 – Over $250,000 in cash and contingencies were handed out Saturday night, November 18 at the 2017 Knoxville Raceway Championship Cup Series Banquet! The event, held at Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino in Altoona, Iowa played host to over 600 attendees. Tony Bokhoven and Kris Krug presided as Masters […]
Jeff Stanford July 10, 1950 – November 17, 2017 Montezuma, Iowa | Age 67 Jeff Stanford, 67 of Montezuma passed away peacefully Friday, November 17, 2017 at the Mercy Hospice House in Johnston, Iowa. Jeffrey Floyd Stanford, the son of Mayo and Geraldine (Harry) Stanford, was born on July 10, 1950 in Grinnell, Iowa. Jeff […]
