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McGriff Resigns as Oskaloosa Schools Finance Director, Citing “Smear Campaign” and “Cruelty” from Board Leadership

Oskaloosa Community School Board

OSKALOOSA, Iowa — October 20, 2025 — In a sharply worded resignation letter distributed Monday to district staff and board members, Oskaloosa Community School District Finance Director Sarah McGriff announced her resignation effective November 17, 2025, citing what she described as a “targeted smear campaign” and “personal vendettas” by members of the school board. McGriff’s […]

Oskaloosa City Council Candidates Confront Policy, Growth, and Trust Issues at Public Forum

Left to right, Andy Holmberg, Nick Ryan, Javin Sword, and Dave Krutzfeldt participated in a recent Oskaloosa City Council Candidate Forum.

A Community Conversation on the Future of Oskaloosa Oskaloosa’s City Council Candidates Forum brought residents face-to-face with local leaders and challengers to discuss taxes, housing, economic development, and the city’s vision for the future. Hosted by Oskaloosa News at Penn Central Mall, the event offered a detailed and often candid exchange between Mayor David Krutzfeldt […]

Oskaloosa City Council Advances Key Projects in Infrastructure, Housing, and Environmental Redevelopment

Oskaloosa City Hall

OSKALOOSA, Iowa — The Oskaloosa City Council met in regular session on October 6, 2025, addressing a full agenda that spanned public works, housing, community development, and long-term environmental planning. The meeting, presided over by Mayor David Krutzfeldt, reflected steady progress on several initiatives that have been in motion for months, along with renewed discussion […]

Mahaska County Board of Supervisors Address Road Concerns, Rose Hill Property Settlement, and Southeast Connector Progress

Mahaska County Courthouse

OSKALOOSA, Iowa — The Mahaska County Board of Supervisors met in regular session on October 6, 2025, handling a wide range of business that included property settlements, infrastructure planning, and updates on key county projects. Supervisors Mark Groenendyk, Steve Wanders, and Chuck Webb were present. Resident Raises Concerns Over Lacey Highway Project The meeting opened […]

Oskaloosa’s Loghan Edgar Ends Drought, Qualifies for State Tennis

Loghan Edgar punched her ticket to the state tennis tournament. (photo provided)

OSKALOOSA, Iowa — For the first time in well over a decade, an Oskaloosa girls tennis player has earned a spot in the Iowa High School State Singles Tournament. Senior Loghan Edgar didn’t just make school history — she reminded everyone that hard work, composure, and quiet confidence still matter in high school sports. The […]

Oskaloosa High Marching Indians Take Third at Marching Dutch Invitational

Oskaloosa High School Marching Band

PELLA — In a competitive field of eight Class 3A bands, the Oskaloosa High School Marching Indians claimed third place on Saturday at the 16th annual Marching Dutch Invitational in Pella, earning a final score of 72.35. 3A Placements Winterset North Polk Oskaloosa Knoxville Grinnell Nevada Humboldt Keokuk The Marching Dutch Invitational is one of […]

Rockets Rally Past Chariton for Conference Win

Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont

EDDYVILLE — The Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont Rockets overcame a slow start to notch a 3–1 win over Chariton on Tuesday night, securing a key South Central Conference victory on their home floor. After dropping the opening set 22–25, the Rockets rebounded with a dominant 25–14 performance in the second and maintained control the rest of the way, […]

Pioneers Grind Out 1–0 Win Over Monmouth in Defensive Battle

Grinnell College

GRINNELL, Iowa — The Grinnell College men’s soccer team continued its Midwest Conference campaign with a hard-fought 1–0 victory over Monmouth College on Wednesday afternoon at Springer Field. The win lifted the Pioneers to 3–5–3 overall and 2–0–0 in league play, while Monmouth fell to 3–4–2 and 0–2–0 in conference action. First Half: Early Pressure, […]

Oskaloosa 8th-Grade Volleyball Teams Compete Strong at Norwalk

Oskaloosa Indians

NORWALK, Iowa — The Oskaloosa 8th-grade volleyball teams hit the road Tuesday night to take on the Norwalk Warriors, turning in a competitive showing across all levels of play. The A1 team came out dominant, sweeping all three sets with steady serving and balanced contributions across the court. Lylah Hughes led with 100% serving and […]

Oskaloosa News Community Calendar October 6–12, 2025

Oskaloosa News Community Calendar

Monday, October 6 Book Signing with Jamie Hulker — 10:00 AM–5:00 PM — Stepping Stones & Eagles Nest, Oskaloosa Airport Commission — 4:30 PM — Oskaloosa Municipal Airport, 2973 Urbana Ave City Council Regular Meeting — 6:00 PM — Oskaloosa City Hall Council Chambers National 4-H Week (Day 2) — 8:00 AM — Mahaska County […]

               

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