LINCOLN, NEB.- Led by 36 bench points and high-energy defense, the Central College women’s basketball team snagged a 76-59 win at Nebraska Wesleyan University. “(The bench unit) was important today,” said coach Justin Weiland. “They went on a run in the second quarter and that was the turning point of the game, and we never […]
KEOTA – North Mahaska remained in control of the South Iowa Cedar League with a 66-26 win over Keota Tuesday. Ten of the 13 Warhawks who played scored for NM. North Mahaska struck early running out to a 24-8 lead and led by 31 points at halftime. They held Keota to single-digit scoring in each […]
KEOTA – South Iowa Cedar League race for the boys’ title got tighter Tuesday night when Keota upset No. 10 North Mahaska, 71-61 in Keota. Three teams each have one loss in league play. Currently, Keota leads with a 9-1 record while North Mahaska and Montezuma are tied at 8-1. The latter two face each […]
Lamoni–The William Penn men’s wrestling team produced a solid effort against No. 25 Graceland Tuesday, but could not claim the upset in a 29-16 Heart of America Athletic Conference dual meet loss. WPU (0-6, 0-6 Heart) won four matches (two by bonus points), but failed to claim the victory in Head Coach Drew Sams’ return […]
Robert L. Allsup December 19, 1940 – January 10, 2025 Ava, Missouri | Age 84 Served With Honor ~ United States Military Veteran Robert (Bob) LeRoy Allsup, 84 years and 22 days old, of Ava, Missouri (formerly of Oskaloosa, Iowa), passed away peacefully at his home in rural Ava, Missouri, on January 10, 2025. He […]
NEW SHARON – No. 2 North Mahaska did not have their best night from the floor shooting but used a strong defense that collected 13 steals to post a 59-27 win over the Baxter Bolts (6-4) Monday. Leading scorer Breckyn Schilling was limited to two points but collected four steals and doled out four assists […]
NEW SHARON – Steals by Jack Kelderman and Asher DeBoef in the final 50 seconds allowed No. 10 North Mahaska to hold off the visiting Baxter Bolts, 59-57 Monday night. North Mahaska seemed to be in control at halftime holding a 37-21 advantage. Baxter outscored the Warhawks 21-5 in the third quarter to tie the […]
Oskaloosa projects prepare students for the future OSKALOOSA, IA — Jestina Falconer and Jackson Sisul, seniors at Oskaloosa High School, are taking hands-on learning to new heights with their Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) projects. Part of the FFA curriculum, these projects allow students to apply classroom lessons in real-world settings, fostering innovation and creativity. The […]
DES MOINES—Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds delivered her 2025 Condition of the State Address, celebrating Iowa’s progress while charting an ambitious course for the future. Addressing lawmakers, justices, and citizens in the State Capitol, Reynolds declared, “The condition of our state is strong!” Celebrating Progress Reynolds highlighted Iowa’s top national rankings, including being the #1 state […]
The Oskaloosa School Board held its regular meeting on January 14, 2025, addressing a variety of topics ranging from public comments to updates on district programs and financial planning. The meeting began with the approval of the evening’s agenda and a welcome to visitors. Four community members spoke during the public comment section, sharing their […]
