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Oskaloosa’s Kim Dixon Installed as President of American Legion Auxiliary of Iowa

Kim Dixon

OSKALOOSA, Iowa — Leadership in Iowa’s veterans community has taken on a distinctly local flavor this year. On July 20, Oskaloosa’s own Kim Dixon was installed as president of the American Legion Auxiliary Department of Iowa, marking a milestone for both the city and the state. At the same time, Oskaloosa native Darrin Alderson is […]

Oskaloosa Prepares for November City and School Elections

2024 Mahaska County Iowa ballot

September 18, 2025 OSKALOOSA, Iowa — The upcoming November 4, 2025, City/School Election will put both Oskaloosa City Council seats and Oskaloosa School Board positions before voters. With ballots set and candidate forums scheduled, the fall election season is now underway. City of Oskaloosa Races At the city level, Mayor David Krutzfeldt is seeking reelection. […]

Kargol Files Federal Lawsuit Against Oskaloosa Schools

U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Iowa

September 18, 2025 One day after his contract was terminated, former Oskaloosa High School art teacher Matthew Kargol filed a lawsuit in federal district court against the Oskaloosa Community School District. The Lawsuit The case, Kargol v. Oskaloosa Community School District, No. 4:25-cv-00351, was filed Thursday in the United States District Court for the Southern […]

Oskaloosa School Board Terminates High School Art Teacher Matthew Kargol

Oskaloosa Community School Board

September 17, 2025 The Oskaloosa Community School District Board of Directors voted Wednesday evening to terminate the continuing contract of Oskaloosa High School art teacher Matthew Kargol, concluding a process governed by Iowa’s teacher termination statutes. Board Action and Closed Session During the special session, Board President Kathy Butler announced that Superintendent Mike Fisher was […]

Fatal Crash at Highway 63 and Ewart Road Claims Two Lives

Poweshiek County Sheriff's Office

September 14, 2025 POWESHIEK COUNTY, Iowa — Two people lost their lives Saturday evening, September 13th, following a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Highway 63 and Ewart Road in Poweshiek County. According to the Poweshiek County Sheriff’s Office, the crash occurred at approximately 5:32 p.m. when a vehicle traveling eastbound on Ewart Road failed […]

Mount Pleasant Hands Oskaloosa 34–20 Loss Despite Late Indian Rally

Oskaloosa quarterback Tyler Edgar scrambles from Mt. Pleasant defenders on Friday night.

OSKALOOSA — A furious fourth-quarter push wasn’t enough to erase three quarters of frustration for the Oskaloosa Indians on Friday night. Mount Pleasant built a commanding halftime lead and held on for a 34–20 victory at Statesmen Community Stadium. Mount Pleasant (3–0) jumped ahead early and never trailed, capitalizing on Oskaloosa miscues and punishing defense. […]

Buena Vista Outlasts Grinnell in Five Sets

Grinnell College

GRINNELL, Iowa — September 10, 2025 Buena Vista defeated Grinnell College 3–2 in women’s volleyball at Darby Gymnasium. The Beavers won by set scores of 15–25, 25–23, 25–21, 23–25, and 15–9. Grinnell totaled 62 kills with a .154 hitting percentage, while Buena Vista recorded 70 kills and hit .197. Buena Vista finished with 7.0 team […]

Carleton Defeats Grinnell 4–2

Grinnell College

GRINNELL, Iowa — September 10, 2025 Carleton earned a 4–2 win over Grinnell College in men’s soccer at Springer Field. Grinnell opened the scoring in the 25th minute when Emmett Krez found the net with an assist from Samuel Gojjam. Carleton responded less than three minutes later with a goal from Jonathan Vonderlage, assisted by […]

EBF Volleyball Falls in Straight Sets to Knoxville in SCC Match

Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont

KNOXVILLE, Iowa — Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont battled through three competitive sets Tuesday night but came up short against Knoxville, falling 20-25, 19-25, 22-25 in South Central Conference play. The Rockets stayed within reach throughout the match, challenging Knoxville in every set. Lacey Taylor led the attack with 13 kills on 31-of-35 hitting, while also adding eight digs […]

Oskaloosa YSF to Host “Old Shoe Game” Cancer Awareness Fundraiser

Osky YSF Youth Football Game Fundraiser (Allesha Landgrebe- Witt photos)

OSKALOOSA, Iowa — The Oskaloosa Youth Sports Foundation will hold its annual “Old Shoe Game” on Sunday, September 21, 2025, at 1 p.m. The community event will take place at 498 North 2nd Street in Oskaloosa and will combine football, food, and fundraising to support the fight against breast cancer. The matchup will feature Osky1 […]

               

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