
Oskaloosa is about to welcome a new addition to its bustling local scene with the upcoming opening of Full Bloom Brewhouse, a craft beer establishment that promises to bring a unique blend of local flavors and community spirit. The brewhouse, set in a carefully renovated historical space, offers a fresh concept aimed at both beer […]
Oct 2 2024 | Posted in
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Dave Baker from Ankeny has dedicated himself to intertwining history, photography, and storytelling through his project, The 29th State. His journey began in childhood with a passion for history, influenced by family members who nurtured his curiosity. While working with the Pella Historical Society, he studied local history and discovered many hidden gems in Iowa, […]
Oct 2 2024 | Posted in
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by Ashley Murray and Jennifer Shutt, Iowa Capital Dispatch October 2, 2024 Democratic Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Republican Ohio U.S. Sen. J.D. Vance squared off Tuesday night in a vice presidential debate that marked the last scheduled in-person meeting for the campaigns as Americans decide the country’s next chapter. Meeting for the first time, […]
Oct 2 2024 | Posted in
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Grinnell, IA — In a commanding performance at home on October 2, 2024, the Grinnell College women’s soccer team secured a 2-0 victory over Knox College. The win improves Grinnell’s record to 4-3-1 overall and 1-1 in Midwest Conference play, while Knox falls to 1-8-0 and 0-1 in conference. The Pioneers dominated possession throughout the […]
Oct 2 2024 | Posted in
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WILLIAMSBURG – North Mahaska did not score as high in the races as they have been but the cross country runners did perform well. Four of the personal bests came from the girls’ team and the boys scored two season bests. Junior high runner Jade DeBoef also record a personal best. The teams competed at […]

Cedar Rapids, Iowa–The Statesmen women’s soccer team claimed a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Mount Mercy in Heart of America Athletic Conference play Saturday. WPU (2-3-5, 0-2-2 Heart) were outshot by Mount Mercy (0-5-3, 0-2-2) by an 11-8 deficit. William Penn scored first when Isa Pietrangelo (Grad., Curitiba, Brazil, Master’s of Sports Management) crossed the ball […]
Oct 1 2024 | Posted in
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Cedar Rapids, Iowa–The Statesmen men’s soccer team kept unblemished this fall as it secured a 3-1 victory over Mount Mercy in a Heart of America Athletic Conference match Saturday. #6 WPU (10-0-1, 4-0 Heart), which is off to its best start in school history, outshot Mount Mercy (3-4-1, 0-3-1) 9-7. William Penn opened the match’s […]
Oct 1 2024 | Posted in
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Lamoni–The Statesmen football team could not hold off Graceland down the stretch as it fell 42-24 in Heart of America Athletic Conference North Division play Saturday. WPU (1-3, 0-1 North) led 24-21 heading into the fourth quarter, but gave up 21 unanswered points in the loss. The navy and gold were nearly gifted the victory […]
Oct 1 2024 | Posted in
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Oskaloosa–Playing in the Penn Activity Center for the first time in four weeks, the Statesmen women’s volleyball team came up short in a 3-1 Heart of America Athletic Conference loss to Culver-Stockton Saturday. William Penn (11-10, 1-4 Heart), which fell by scores of 23-25, 17-25, 25-14, 18-25, was outhit .227-.142. The hosts led 5-3 early […]
Oct 1 2024 | Posted in
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MOUNT AYR – North Mahaska had hopes of securing a solid second place in Class A District 6 play and spoiling Mt. Ayr’s homecoming Friday. The Raiders had other ideas and captured a physical contest 40-6. Two turnovers led to two Raider scores and North Mahaska struggled with the Mt. Ayr running game. Injuries were […]