Archive for: December, 2025

Statesmen Ranked Fourth Entering Holiday Break

William Penn Athletics

Oskaloosa–The William Penn women’s wrestling team slipped a pair of positions as the NAIA released its third set of polls this week. The navy and gold are now fourth in the nation with 156 points. Life (Ga.) continues to be first in the NAIA, now with 203 points. Providence (Mont.) jumps into the No. 2 […]

Five Ranked in League as Third Set of Polls Released

William Penn Athletics

Oskaloosa–The Statesmen men’s wrestling team picked up one spot in the conference rating as the NAIA released its third set of polls this week. Nationally, William Penn is tied for 35th with 19 points, while Grand View leads the NAIA with 249 points. Life (Ga.) (232), Indiana Tech (215), Southeastern (Fla.) (214), and Southern Oregon […]

Statesmen Dominate William Jewell 58-30 on the Road

William Penn Athletics

Liberty, Mo. — The Statesmen women’s basketball team took care of business on the road, defeating William Jewell 58-30 in nonconference play Thursday. William Penn (4-9) outshot the Cardinals 35.7% to 18.3% despite being outrebounded 46-41 and trailing 9-5 in second-chance points. The Statesmen forced 24 turnovers while giving up 13. William Penn capitalized, scoring […]

Trump administration tags $700 million for regenerative farming

Cows graze at Nice Farms Creamery in Federalsburg, Maryland. (Photo by Preston Keres/USDA)

by Shauneen Miranda, Iowa Capital Dispatch December 10, 2025 WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Agriculture will spend $700 million to support regenerative agriculture as part of the Make America Healthy Again agenda, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins and Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced Wednesday. The USDA pilot program for regenerative agriculture […]

Civil rights advocates call for cities to restrict automated license plate readers

Typical Flock ALPR, mounted to a pole and powered by a solar panel

by Brooklyn Draisey, Iowa Capital Dispatch December 10, 2025 Local governments in Iowa should pause the use of automated license plate readers, civil rights advocates said Wednesday, arguing the devices infringe on the privacy of drivers who have not violated any laws. Researchers and technical and legal experts released a report Wednesday on automated license […]

Iowa’s Unemployment Rate Decreases to 3.7 Percent in September

Iowa Workforce Development

Last Release of Shutdown-delayed Data in 2025; More Information Expected Next Month DES MOINES, IOWA – Iowa’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased to 3.7 percent in September. The state’s jobless rate was 3.3 percent one year ago. The U.S. unemployment rate rose to 4.4 percent in September. This is the most recent Iowa data available […]

A Strong Start Oskaloosa’s First Trimester Brings Growth, Success and a Renewed Activities Culture

Oskaloosa High School students complete performance testing on VALD ForceDecks as part of a new partnership between William Penn University, Oskaloosa Community Schools, and Mahaska Health. The force plates measure balance, power, and movement patterns, providing students with real-time data to support training, injury prevention, and academic learning.

OSKALOOSA, Iowa — Oskaloosa Schools entered the school year with a new activities director, a weight room under construction, and a clear commitment to strengthening student experiences. One trimester in, the early results point to steady growth, stronger competitive performances, and a cultural shift built around coaching development and student opportunity. When Jamie Jacobs stepped […]

Mahaska Health Welcomes Craig Hoffman, PA-C to Cardiology Team

Craig Hoffman Joins Mahaska Health Cardiology Team

Mahaska Health is pleased to welcome Craig Hoffman, PA-C, a certified Physician Assistant specializing in Cardiac Electrophysiology and the management of heart rhythm disorders, to the growing Cardiology team. Craig brings more than 20 years of advanced cardiac experience, with extensive expertise in atrial fibrillation care, cardiac rhythm management devices, diagnostic testing, and patient education. […]

NO. 7 WARRIORS RUN WIN STREAK TO SIX

Indian Hills Athletics

December 10, 2025 Ottumwa, IA – No. 7 Indian Hills Men’s Basketball continued its offensive tear with a 95-61 victory over McCook Community College (NE) at the Hellyer Center on Wednesday. The Warriors improve to 12-1 overall on the year. With the win, the Warriors extend their winning streak to six games, having scored at […]

Statesmen Score High at Iowa State Dance Competition

William Penn Athletics

Des Moines–The William Penn competitive dance team put up big scores as it competed at the Iowa State Dance Competition last week. WPU had its highest score of 90.75 points in Pom, finishing fourth out of eight programs. In Hip Hop, the navy and gold were second out of five teams with 87.88 points. Additionally, […]

             

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