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Oskaloosa Bowling Teams Dominate Pella to Start 2025 Strong

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The Oskaloosa High School bowling teams opened 2025 with a commanding performance, sweeping Pella in all competitions—varsity boys, varsity girls, and junior varsity boys—on January 6 in Newton. Varsity Boys Extend Undefeated Streak The varsity boys team continued its unbeaten run, improving to 8-0 for the season with a total pin count of 2,862, edging […]

Oskaloosa Girls Wrestling Team Excels at EBF Invitational

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The Oskaloosa Girls Wrestling Team competed in the Megan Black Girls Wrestling Invitational in Eddyville on Friday night, delivering strong performances and notable individual achievements. The team was led by Mia Luck, who dominated her weight class to take first place. Tournament Highlights: Mia Luck (135 lbs): Luck emerged as the standout performer, finishing with […]

City Council Addresses Key Issues in First 2025 Session

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The Oskaloosa City Council held its first meeting of 2025 on January 6, focusing on community updates and legislative matters. Mayor David Krutzfeldt presided over the session, which began with an invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance. A roll call confirmed the attendance of all council members, except for Janet Hermsen. The consent agenda was […]

Iowa’s Steady Growth and Oskaloosa’s Rising Appeal

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Iowa is quietly climbing the ranks as a place people want to call home. According to U-Haul’s 2024 Growth Index, the state moved up to 23rd in the nation for growth, with more people moving into Iowa than leaving over the past three years. This trend highlights the state’s growing reputation for offering safe, affordable […]

Mahaska County Supervisors Kick Off 2025 with Organizational Updates and Key Policy Decisions

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OSKALOOSA — The Mahaska County Board of Supervisors convened for their first meeting of 2025 on January 2, addressing a packed agenda that included organizational updates, appointments, fiscal policies, and service agreements. The session, held in the third-floor conference room of the Mahaska County Courthouse, served as an opportunity to establish priorities for the year […]

Oskaloosa Girls Wrestling Earns Three Wins Against Newton

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The Oskaloosa girls wrestling team hosted Newton in a dual meet Thursday night, with four wrestlers taking the mat for the Indians. Despite being outnumbered, Oskaloosa’s wrestlers put up a strong fight, securing three individual victories. Newton came away with the team win, 42-13, largely due to forfeited matches. At 110 pounds, Alyssa Sheets delivered […]

Oskaloosa Wrestling Battles Newton in Little Hawkeye Conference Dual

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The Oskaloosa boys wrestling team faced off against Newton on Thursday night in a competitive Little Hawkeye Conference dual. Despite strong performances by several wrestlers, Newton ultimately secured the victory, edging Oskaloosa 46-34. The Indians’ season record now stands at 4-2 in dual action. The dual featured intense back-and-forth action, with both teams securing key […]

Oskaloosa Girls Wrestling Team Competes at Charger Girls Invitational

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The Oskaloosa girls wrestling team traveled to Chariton on Saturday to compete in the Charger Girls Invitational. The team earned strong individual performances, with Mia Luck finishing in 2nd place, Alyssa Sheets placing 4th, and Jaylynn Kerr securing 6th place. Mia Luck Claims 2nd Place Mia Luck led the way for Oskaloosa, finishing in 2nd […]

Oskaloosa Boys Wrestling Team Competes in Bill Van Horn Invitational

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The Oskaloosa boys wrestling team traveled to Pella on Saturday to compete in the 2024 Bill Van Horn Invitational. Competing against 16 teams, the Indians finished in 7th place, with several strong individual performances. Kaiden Parker Leads Osky to Strong Finish Kaiden Parker was the standout performer for Oskaloosa, winning his weight class at 138 […]

Oskaloosa Bowling Teams Secure Wins Against Knoxville and Pella Christian

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The Oskaloosa bowling teams both earned victories in a home meet against Knoxville and Pella Christian. The boys’ team remains undefeated at 7-0 on the season, while the girls’ team improves to 6-1. Boys’ Team Maintains Perfect Record The Oskaloosa boys’ bowling team continued their unbeaten streak despite an off day on the lanes. Trey […]

                 

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