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The holiday season in Oskaloosa is officially underway after the community gathered on the downtown square for the annual “Turn On The Lights” event. Families filled the sidewalks around the square as the sun went down. Children pointed at the dark buildings, waiting to see them glow. Parents and grandparents visited with friends and neighbors, […]
Nov 23 2025 | Posted in
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The Oskaloosa High School music department is getting ready for one of its biggest traditions of the year, the annual Madrigal Dessert Theater. This event has been part of the community for 21 years and continues to be a favorite for many families. More than 100 high school students will take part in this year’s […]
Grinnell’s trademark fast-paced attack produced another triple-digit night on the scoreboard, but Wartburg’s size and efficiency inside were too much to overcome in a 129–116 loss Wednesday at Levick Arena in Waverly. In a nonconference matchup of up-tempo Division III programs, Wartburg, listed at 4–1, outscored Grinnell 66–51 after halftime to erase a two-point deficit […]
Nov 20 2025 | Posted in
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The Oskaloosa girls wrestling team opened its season on the road Tuesday night, turning in a strong showing at the Sigourney-Keota Girls Tournament. Facing a field of 25 teams and bringing only half of its roster due to other conflicts, Oskaloosa still made its presence felt. All three Indians who competed finished in the top […]
The Climb, a local outreach effort connected with Give It Up, Mahaska, is asking for volunteers and donations as it works to support families in Mahaska County during the holiday season and beyond. This year, volunteers at The Climb are preparing Christmas for 293 children. Each child on the list will receive gifts that are […]
Nov 18 2025 | Posted in
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United Way of Mahaska County has finished its annual Winter Coat Drive, and the results show a growing need across the community. The organization also reports an increase in families seeking food support as the cost of living continues to rise. United Way Director Michella Friesen provided information to help explain what local families are […]
Nov 18 2025 | Posted in
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JOHNSTON, IA — Fareway Stores, Inc. celebrated a major milestone this week after earning its first-ever Prometheus Award at the 2025 ceremony hosted by the Technology Association of Iowa. The honor marks a new chapter for the Midwest-based grocery chain, highlighting its growing impact in retail technology. Zachary Lane, Fareway’s Director of Retail Systems, received […]
Oskaloosa High School football players, coaches, and families gathered this week to celebrate another season of hard work and dedication, as Head Coach Brett Doud presented the annual team awards recognizing performance, leadership, and character both on and off the field. The night’s top honor, the Benz Award, went to Holden Braundmeier. Established in 1933, […]
OSKALOOSA — The Mahaska County Conservation Board (MCCB) marked a milestone this month, celebrating 50 years of conservation, education, and community involvement with the grand opening of the new Nature Playscape at the Environmental Learning Center. Formed in January 1975 by a countywide vote, the MCCB was created to manage and preserve Mahaska County’s natural […]
Nov 13 2025 | Posted in
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WASHINGTON — The United States Mint struck the final circulating one-cent coin on November 12, 2025, ending 232 years of penny production. The coin will remain legal tender, but no new pennies will enter general circulation. According to the Mint, it cost 3.69 cents to produce and distribute each penny during Fiscal Year 2024 — […]
