At the Oskaloosa City Council meeting held on October 7, 2024, several key issues were addressed that have a significant impact on the local community. Community Comments Addressing Animal Control Issues One of the most pressing concerns came from a community member who voiced their frustration over a growing animal control problem in Oskaloosa. She […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The Mahaska County Board of Supervisors met on October 7, 2024, to address key county issues in a session held at the Mahaska County Courthouse in Oskaloosa. The meeting, which was live-streamed and available via audio conferencing, brought attention to various matters including HIPAA compliance, police protection agreements, and the recent error […]
Oskaloosa, IA – The United Way of Mahaska County continues its mission to combat food insecurity, promote literacy, and improve the overall well-being of the local community, with a particular focus on helping families and children. Led by director Michella Friesen, the organization has taken several impactful initiatives to make a positive difference in the […]
Brittny Tschetter’s journey is one of transformation—from overcoming personal trauma to becoming a beacon of hope for veterans and an inspiration for her students. A veteran of the U.S. Army, Tschetter has dedicated her life to supporting her fellow veterans while also fostering understanding among the civilian population, particularly the students she teaches at William […]
Newton, Iowa — October 5, 2024 The Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont (EBF) Rockets continued their stellar season with a commanding performance at the Newton Tournament, capturing the championship and improving their record to 25-2 overall and 4-0 in the South Central Conference (SCC). Currently ranked second in Class 2A, the Rockets showcased their dominance with a string of […]
Verona, Wis. — October 6, 2024 On a brisk Sunday afternoon at Reddan Park, Edgewood College’s women’s soccer team emerged victorious against Grinnell College with a narrow 1-0 win. The game, marked by defensive intensity and low-scoring opportunities, came down to a single moment of brilliance in the second half. After a scoreless first half, […]
Clinton, IA — The Oskaloosa Indians fought hard on the road but ultimately fell to Clinton in a nail-biting 26-24 loss on Friday night. The game was marked by turnovers, defensive plays, and a late special teams score that dashed Oskaloosa’s hopes for a second victory of the season. The Indians came out swinging after […]
Appleton, WI (October 5, 2024) – Grinnell College secured their first victory of the season with a thrilling 17-14 win over Lawrence University at the Banta Bowl on Saturday. The Pioneers, led by a strong rushing attack and clutch plays down the stretch, improved to 1-3 on the season while Lawrence remains winless at 0-4. […]
The Oskaloosa Middle School cross country teams competed in Knoxville on a beautiful Tuesday evening, both teams finishing strong with third-place team results. The girls’ team put together a great performance, with three runners finishing in the top 20. Preslie Bryan, Hazel Adam, and Payton Clark ran an impressive race together, helping to secure the […]
As World Heart Day approaches on September 29, it’s essential to focus on cardiovascular health. Despite years of public health campaigns, cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) remain the leading cause of death worldwide. Dr. John M. Pargulski, a cardiologist from Mahaska Health, recently spoke with Oskaloosa News, offering insight into the challenges of heart disease prevention, the […]
