A Goodwill of Central Iowa Press Release Goodwill of Central Iowa, a non-profit organization providing jobs and job training opportunities to people facing barriers to employment, re-opened 10 of its retail stores this week with additional safety protocols in place to protect employees and shoppers. Today, the Ames, Johnston, Indianola, Ottumwa, Jordan Creek, West Des […]
NASCAR Xfinity Series & NASCAR Gander RV & Outdoors Truck Series Races Realigned on Revised 2020 NASCAR Schedule NEWTON, IA. (May 14, 2020) – Iowa Speedway’s (Iowa) NASCAR race weekends have officially been canceled as part of the revised NASCAR schedule. The NASCAR Xfinity Series races were originally scheduled for June 13 and August 1 […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The Oskaloosa High School Class of 2020 has had to deal with very unusual circumstances for the end of their Senior year. From walking out of the school buildings for spring break, unknowingly for the last time. From the cancellation of sports seasons to finishing up their schoolwork online, it’s all been […]
by Wade Steinlage Oskaloosa–William Penn Athletics Director Nik Rule is proud to announce the hiring of Ryan Ho as the University’s new Director of Athletic Performance. Ho is being promoted from his position as graduate assistant within the department, a role he held since the fall of 2018. He was named the WPU’s Interim Director […]
by Wade Steinlage Oskaloosa–The 2019 William Penn men’s soccer season is one that will not soon be forgotten and one that is hopefully setting up the program for more success in the future. With a final record of 15-5-1 (9-2 Heart), the Statesmen broke school records for wins and goals, and most importantly, qualified for […]
by Wade Steinlage Oskaloosa–The William Penn University Athletics Booster Club has announced the recipients of the March Player of the Month awards. Senior baseball player Jake Vernon (Elkhart, Ind., Interdisciplinary studies) earned the Male award, while freshman softball player Kelsey Lint (Brooklyn, Iowa, Elementary Education) claimed the Female honor. The laurel is the first for […]
by Wade Steinlage Oskaloosa–The NAIA and USBC national events were the only things left on the bowling calendar when operations were shut down due to the COVID-19 crisis. While these marquee events were not able to be contested, the women’s bowling team could hang their hats on the hook of a pretty successful season. Once […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The Oskaloosa School Board met on Tuesday evening, utilizing social distancing and technology to bring the board members together. First off, the Board recognized those teachers retiring after the 2019-2020 school year. Those honored included Wyleen Johnston – 34 years of service, Kim Lowry – 33 years of service, Renee Gatton – […]
OSKALOOSA – The Oskaloosa Public Library, which opened its doors to the public in 1903, recently received a historical building marker that was installed on the left column of the library’s entrance. According to Ann Brouwer, steering committee member of the volunteer, community-based Historical Building Marker Project, a public ceremony will be held on a […]
DES MOINES – Today, Governor Reynolds signed a new proclamation continuing the Public Health Disaster Emergency. The proclamation permits salons, barbershops, and massage and tattoo establishments to reopen throughout Iowa in a limited fashion with appropriate public health measures in place. It also permits restaurants (but not bars), fitness centers, libraries, and race tracks to […]
