Archive for: November, 2021

Quartet Garner All-Heart Accolades

William Penn University Athletics

Oskaloosa–Four members of the Statesmen women’s volleyball program were recognized for exceptionable campaigns as the 2021 all-Heart of America Athletic Conference teams were announced Tuesday. Corrin Lepper (Sr., Jefferson City, Mo., Exercise Science) and Alyssa Young (Jr., Winter Springs, Fla., Biology) were chosen for the 14-member second team, while Alyvia Johnson (Fr., Owatonna, Minn., Elementary […]

Statesmen Stage Huge Comeback to Open Heart Play

Malyk Thomas (Sr., Copperas Cove, Texas, Sports Management) earned the start on Tuesday and earned the right to wear the #22 jersey, in honor of the late Marquis Todd, who passed away tragically one day before a Heart Tournament semifinal game against Peru State in 2018. Since Todd's passing, it has become tradition for a member of the team to wear his number when the team squares off against the Bobcats. Thomas, the last remaining teammate of Todd's at William Penn, was given the honors on Tuesday. (photo by Allsup/Oskaloosa News)

by Wade Steinlage Oskaloosa–The William Penn men’s basketball survived an early scare to open Heart of America Athletic Conference play, defeating the Peru State Bobcats 89-86 Tuesday. Malyk Thomas (Sr., Copperas Cove, Texas, Sports Management) earned the start on Tuesday and earned the right to wear the #22 jersey, in honor of the late Marquis […]

WPU Upended in Home Opener

William Penn University Athletics

Oskaloosa–A dash of home cooking was not enough to get the Statesmen women’s basketball team into the win column as it fell 69-45 to Columbia in non-conference action Tuesday. Facing its fourth program that is either currently ranked or receiving national votes, William Penn (0-7), which was playing inside Penn Gymnasium for the first time […]

Central falters on road in men’s basketball setback

Central Dutch Athletics

ELSAH, ILL.—Failing to carry any momentum from a tournament title at Illinois College over the weekend, the Central College men’s basketball team stumbled 69-63 at Principia College (Ill.) Tuesday. The Dutch (2-3) trailed most of the way but held a 61-60 lead with 2:21 left, only to see Principia (1-2) knock down back-to-back 3-point baskets […]

Central notches first women’s basketball win

Central Dutch Athletics

ST. LOUIS, MO.—A 20-point third quarter let the Central College women’s basketball team take command and crack the win column with a 60-54 decision over Fontbonne University (Mo.) Tuesday night. Tied 27-27 early in the second half, the Dutch (1-3) used an eight-point run to take a 35-27 advantage and the lead was never less […]

NM Students Honor Veterans

Former fifth grade teacher Kraig Van Hulzen related the story of his father in-law’s experiences in World War II during North Mahaska’s Veteran’s Day program.

NEW SHARON – Students in grades 7-12 at North Mahaska heard messages of thanks at the annual Veteran’s Day program sponsored by the student council. Former fifth grade teacher Kraig Van Hulzen and English teacher Danny Rivas were the featured speakers. Van Hulzen told a story of a young man who left his country home […]

Randy Hunt

Randy Hunt February 28, 1956 – November 15, 2021 Fairfield (Oskaloosa), Iowa | Age 65 Randy Hunt, 65, of Fairfield and formerly of Oskaloosa, died unexpectedly Monday, November 15, 2021, at his home in Fairfield. He was born on February 28, 1956, the son of Max “Kenny” and Darlene (Newell) Hunt in Oskaloosa, Iowa. Randy […]

Roxanne L Stout

Roxanne L Stout January 16, 1954 – November 15, 2021 Oskaloosa, Iowa | Age 67 Roxanne Stout, 67, of Oskaloosa died Monday, November 15, 2021, at the MHP Hospital Emergency Room in Oskaloosa. She was born January 6, 1954, in Oskaloosa, the daughter of Russell L. and Shirley Benke Stout. Roxanne graduated from Oskaloosa High […]

Jacqueline Towns McCall

Jacqueline Towns McCall July 26, 1945 – November 15, 2020 Austin, Texas (Oskaloosa, Ia) | Age 75 Jacqueline Towns McCall, 75, of Austin, Texas, passed away at her home on November 18, 2020. Jacque was born in Oskaloosa, Iowa, to Ray and Ruth Towns on July 26, 1945. Jacque was raised and went to school […]

Carolyn Jane McKim

Carolyn Jane McKim August 21, 1943 – November 15, 2021 Ankeny, Iowa | Age 78 Carolyn Jane McKim age 78, of Ankeny, Iowa, passed away on Monday, November 15, 2021 surrounded by her loved ones. Jane was born on August 21, 1943, to Leonard G and Pearl (Pettyjohn) Goemaat of Lovilla. Carolyn grew up and […]

                 

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