OSKALOOSA, Iowa – In 1998, a small section of concrete marked the start of what is now 13 miles of recreational trails around Oskaloosa. Today, these trails link neighborhoods, parks, and important parts of the community’s history. Recently, Lindsey Holmburg and Makenzie Burk from MCRF visited the Oskaloosa News studio to talk about how the […]
OSKALOOSA, Iowa – Students in the Oskaloosa Community School District have a lot to celebrate, from a historic marching band achievement to the start of winter sports. Oskaloosa Activities Director Jamie Jacobs recently stopped by the Oskaloosa News studio to talk about student accomplishments, upcoming events, and his plans to keep improving the district’s extracurricular […]
OSKALOOSA, Iowa – Ben Wilker has always dreamed of being a dad. Now, this Oskaloosa father has a shot at making it official, with a $25,000 prize, a national TV appearance, and the title of Super Dad. But Wilker says he may have already gotten the most important vote in the whole competition. His seven-year-old […]
WASHINGTON, Iowa – Oskaloosa High School cross country runner Lane Smith is returning to the state championships after finishing fourth at the Class 3A State Qualifying Meet on Wednesday, October 21, in Washington. Smith finished the five-kilometer course in 16 minutes and 13 seconds, earning his second straight trip to the Iowa High School State […]
MONMOUTH, Illinois — Grinnell College opened Tuesday night’s volleyball match with an impressive first-set victory, but Monmouth College rallied to win the next three sets and claim a 3-1 victory on October 20th. The Pioneers won the opening set 25-18 before the Fighting Scots responded with victories of 25-14, 25-23, and 25-19 at Glennie Gymnasium. […]
OSKALOOSA, Iowa – This Saturday, Eveland Access Campground will be filled with Halloween costumes, decorated pumpkins, carnival games, and many decorated campsites as Mahaska County Conservation hosts its annual Halloween Bash. The event is scheduled for Saturday, October 24th, from 1 to 9 p.m. at Eveland Access Campground, located at 2890 Galeston Avenue near Oskaloosa. […]
OSKALOOSA, Iowa – The Oskaloosa Middle School cross country team wrapped up its 2026 season on Monday, October 19th, celebrating a year with 73 personal records, several team championships, and many individual awards. The team gathered for a pizza party to celebrate the season’s end, thanks to the Oskaloosa Indian Booster Club for providing the […]
With the holiday season coming up, the Mahaska Chamber & Development Group is inviting everyone to help keep downtown Oskaloosa bright and festive this Christmas. You can now buy tickets for the annual Turn on the Lights Raffle, which helps fund the holiday lights around Oskaloosa’s downtown square. This year’s raffle offers 20 different prizes, […]
GRINNELL, Iowa – The Grinnell College men’s soccer team held most of the possession and took more shots on Sunday afternoon, October 18th. However, Gustavus Adolphus College made the most of its chances and won 3-0 at Springer Field. The loss left Grinnell with a 10-3-1 record, while Gustavus Adolphus improved to 8-3-2. Grinnell had […]
OSKALOOSA, Iowa – The Climb, a nonprofit in Oskaloosa, has already started getting ready for Christmas. The group helps families who are dealing with money problems, emergencies, and other tough situations. The organization is gathering Christmas gifts for kids, planning fundraisers, and getting ready for its yearly Give It Up Christmas program. It also keeps […]
