Archive for: March, 2021

Moore Named WBCA Honorable-Mention All-American

William Penn University Athletics

Oskaloosa–Lakyla Moore (Jr., Norfolk, Neb., Business Management) concluded her 2020-2021 campaign with some national hardware as the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association announced its NAIA All-America teams Monday. The WBCA awarded 10 players first-team recognition, while 20 additional players, including Moore, were chosen for honorable mentions. Moore finished the season averaging a squad-best 16.5 points per […]

Quiroga Wins First POW Award

William Penn University Athletics

Oskaloosa–Valeria Quiroga (Fr., San Benito, Texas, Sociology) put on a power display last week as she was named Heart of America Athletic Conference Softball Player of the Week Monday. Quiroga won her first career weekly laurel by hitting four home runs, while the Statesmen went 3-3 on the week. The freshman was hitless in her […]

Mustangs End Playoff Hope for WPU

William Penn University Athletics

Cedar Rapids — William Penn men’s volleyball needed two wins to make their first appearance in the Heart of America Athletic Conference Tournament. The Statesmen had gone five sets with the Mustangs of Mount Mercy at home a month ago, but they could not go the distance despite a valiant effort Tuesday night. Taking the […]

One Dog Really Does Have Its Day

Terry Gott (left) with Joselyn as she started her journey to Washington State and her new life.

Oskaloosa, Iowa – There is a saying, ‘Every dog has its day.’ For one pup at the Stephen Memorial Animal Shelter, that day came when a group of volunteers helped shuttle it halfway across the country. The story began in late October of 2020 when a stray dog came into the shelter. After some testing, […]

Donor Helps Young People Better Share Their Music

Olivia (left) & Emma (right), share an acoustic guitar between them and how someday it would be so cool for them to be able to play together! A couple of someones (who wish to remain anonymous) were watching the recital on our live stream and heard that these two sisters could use a second guitar. These kind souls donated $275 to get these girls a second instrument!! (submitted photo)

Oskaloosa, Iowa – At the Muse Music Store in downtown Oskaloosa, you find people of all ages there, looking at and discussing instruments, but you also find them there to learn more about their favorite instruments. Two sisters, who are guitar students there, had a recital over the holidays, and they each took their turn […]

FDA Warns Companies Illegally Selling Over-the-Counter CBD Products for Pain Relief

Food and Drug Administration

Products Listing CBD as Inactive Ingredient Cited for Unapproved Drug and Misbranding Violations The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued warning letters to two companies for selling products labeled as containing cannabidiol (CBD) in ways that violate the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act). Specifically, the warning letters address the illegal marketing […]

Mix of young and old paces Central women’s soccer team

Central Dutch Athletics

PELLA — A strong core of experience on the Central College women’s soccer team will be infused with talented newcomers for the 2021 spring season. The Dutch last played in October of 2019 after the 2020 fall season was wiped out by COVID-19. Central finished 6-10-2 with a 1-6-1 mark in American Rivers Conference play, […]

William Penn Wins Triangular Vs. Coe, Upper Iowa

William Penn University Athletics

Cedar Rapids–The Statesmen shotgun teams collected their third victory of the year, defeating Coe and Upper Iowa in a triangular Saturday. WPU was led in the 150-shot event by Bryon Baca (Jr., Colorado Springs, Colo.) who won High Overall Athlete laurels with a score of 144-for-150. Maclane Heinen (Fr., Pella, Iowa, Business Management) was right […]

Stratton, Selemani Claim February Player of the Month Honors

William Penn University Athletics

Oskaloosa–The William Penn University Athletics Booster Club has announced the recipients of the February Player of the Month laurels. Senior baseball player Chase Stratton (Clearfield, Utah, Sports Management) earned the Male award, while freshman women’s wrestler Mami Selemani (Iowa City, Iowa) claimed the Female honor. The accolade is the first for both individuals. Stratton pitched […]

Poe To Retire From Sheriff’s Office

Mahaska County Sheriff's Department

Oskaloosa, Iowa – The Mahaska County Sheriff’s Office told the Mahaska County Supervisors that long-time deputy Randy Poe would be retiring from service. Poe has served the community for the past 28 years. “I know it wasn’t an easy decision for him,” said Mahaska County Sheriff Russ Van Renterghem. Poe’s last day as a Mahaska […]

               

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