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“Creating Buzz: The Joy, Ease, and Challenge of Supporting Pollinators”

A honey bee collects pollen during the spring in Oskaloosa. (file photo)

Presentation at the Environmental Learning Center Oskaloosa, IA — April 11, 2025 at 6:00 PM — Join us at the Environmental Learning Center, 2342 Hwy 92, on April 11 for an engaging and inspiring presentation titled “Creating Buzz: The Joy, Ease, and Challenge of Supporting Pollinators” with Jamie Beyer, Lifetime Master Gardener and President of […]

Beck throws no-hitter as Central softball team sweeps doubleheader

Central Dutch Athletics

PELLA-In the first game of the doubleheader against Buena Vista University, pitcher Emma Beck (junior, Holland, Grundy Center HS) threw Central College’s first no-hitter since April 16, 2002, when Libby Hysell accomplished the feat against Dubuque. The Dutch won the first game 14-0 in five innings and completed the sweep winning the second game 9-1 […]

Peer-Led Lessons Aim to Curb Drunk and Distracted Driving Among Teens

Oskaloosa High School Peer Helpers lead a lesson on the dangers of distracted and drunk driving for ninth-grade Oskaloosa students. A bowl filled with BBs represents the staggering number of teen deaths nationwide caused by distracted driving each year, reinforcing the importance of making safe choices behind the wheel.

OSKALOOSA, Iowa – A group of Oskaloosa High School students stood at the front of the library, leading a lesson that could save lives. As part of the school’s Peer Helpers program, they spent the day teaching ninth graders about the dangers of drunk and distracted driving. “The goal is for each student to walk […]

JV Golfers Battle Cold and Wind at Newton Invitational

Oskaloosa Indians

The Oskaloosa JV boys golf team competed in their first tournament of the season at Westwood Golf Course in Newton on April 7th. Despite the challenging cold and windy conditions, the young athletes showed great enthusiasm and determination. For many team members, this tournament marked their debut in competitive golf. The team showed promise and […]

WARRIOR OFFENSE ERUPTS IN 19-0 ICCAC VICTORY

Indian Hills Athletics

April 07, 2025 Creston, IA – The Indian Hills Baseball team extended its winning streak to five games with a dominant 19-0 Iowa Community College Athletic Conference (ICCAC) victory at Southwestern Community College on Monday. The Warriors improve to 14-16 overall and 8-5 in league play. The Warriors erupted with a season-high 19 runs and […]

WARRIORS CONTINUE TO ROLL, EXTEND STREAK TO 11

Indian Hills Athletics

April 07, 2025 Ottumwa, IA – The Indian Hills Softball team extended its winning streak to 11 games on Monday after sweeping visiting North Central Missouri College at R.L. Hellyer Field. The Warriors improve to 20-12 overall on the year. The Warriors took both ends of Monday’s non-league doubleheader, dropping the Pirates 10-0 in six […]

North Mahaska New Coaches

North Mahaska Warhawks

North Mahaska is excited to announce the hiring of two new coaches to lead the Warhawk athletic programs this fall. Jana Boonstra will take over as head coach of the cross country team, while Bryan Shutts will lead the football program. Activities Director, Carrie Kral quotes, “Our new hiring process for coaches is extensive and […]

The Dickey Dispatch – April 7th, 2025

The Dickey Dispatch by Senator Adrian Dickey

by Senator Adrian Dickey Happy Monday Senate District 44! Last week was a busy one! One of the busiest tasks was reviewing the Governor’s appointments and passing them through the various committees they serve on. One of the unique aspects of serving in the Senate is that the Senate handles all of the Governor’s appointments. […]

Iowa Crop Progress and Condition Report March 31 – April 6, 2025

Iowa Department of Agriculture

DES MOINES, Iowa (April 7, 2025) – Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig commented on the Iowa Crop Progress and Condition Report released by the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service. The report is released weekly April through November. Additionally, the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship provides a weather summary each week during this […]

Central College softball team’s offensive explosion leads to two-game sweep

Central Dutch Athletics

PELLA- In two high scoring games in which the Central College softball team scored a combined 24 runs, the Dutch walked away with a sweep of a doubleheader against the University of Wisconsin-Platteville. In the opening game Central (11-3) led the whole way, including stretching the lead to 11-4 before winning 11-9. In the second […]

               

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