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OSKALOOSA, Iowa — The Oskaloosa 7th Grade volleyball teams faced Newton in a series of competitive matches, with the B1 team earning a two-set victory while the A1, A2, and B2 teams battled through several close sets. Coach Paige Pierson reported strong serving performances and determined efforts across all four teams, including several matches decided […]
OSKALOOSA, Iowa — The Oskaloosa Middle School eighth-grade volleyball teams faced the Newton Cardinals in a series of competitive matches, with all three Indian teams falling to Newton despite strong individual performances. The A1 team pushed Newton to three close sets before falling 2-1. The Cardinals claimed the opening set 25-21, but Oskaloosa battled back […]
CHARITON, Iowa — The Oskaloosa Middle School cross country teams swept the team championships at the Chariton meet Monday, winning both divisions on the 1.5-mile course for the second consecutive year. The Oskaloosa girls won with 35 points, finishing 28 points ahead of runner-up Wayne. The Oskaloosa boys scored 53 points and defeated second-place Lynnville-Sully […]
CHARITON, Iowa — The Oskaloosa boys cross country team placed fifth among 15 scoring teams, while the girls finished sixth among 13 teams at the Chariton Invitational on Monday, Oct. 5. The boys scored 133 points and finished only two points behind fourth-place Red Oak. Pella Christian won the boys team championship with 44 points. […]
OSKALOOSA, Iowa — Oskaloosa Main Street is accepting entries for its annual Young Ambassadors Contest, giving area children an opportunity to represent the community during this year’s Christmas celebrations. The contest is open to children ages three through kindergarten. The contest will select one boy and one girl as Oskaloosa’s Young Ambassadors, with winners announced […]
Oct 9 2026 | Posted in
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OSKALOOSA, Iowa – Mahaska County Conservation is hosting two fall events at the Evelyn Access Campground: an evening campfire program on Iowa wildlife and, later this month, the popular Halloween Bash. Laura DeCook, conservation naturalist for Mahaska County, said the first event, Campfire and Creatures, will take place on Friday, October 9, from 7 to […]
Oct 7 2026 | Posted in
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OSKALOOSA, Iowa — Oskaloosa Main Street is inviting businesses, organizations, families, and community members to participate in the annual Lighted Christmas Parade, scheduled for Saturday, December 5th, 2026, at 7 p.m. in downtown Oskaloosa. This year’s parade will feature the theme “Winter Wonderland: Let It Glow – Making Memories That Shine Bright,” bringing decorated floats, […]
Oct 6 2026 | Posted in
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On Monday, November 2nd, Oskaloosa High School students will perform at the George Daily Auditorium as part of the school’s first-trimester choir concert. The Oskaloosa High School Concert Choir and Chamber Choir will begin performing at 7 p.m. Chris Weinreich, the choir director, said the students have put in a lot of effort preparing for […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Losing weight isn’t simply a matter of sticking to a diet or starting an exercise program, since health conditions, stress, sleep, mental health, and daily habits can all affect the process. The Medical Weight Loss Clinic run by Mahaska Health provides professional assistance to those who have had difficulty losing weight on […]
Oct 5 2026 | Posted in
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A proposed $15 billion steel mill in southeast Iowa was announced Monday, bringing attention to what could become one of the largest industrial investments in the state’s history. President Donald Trump announced the planned project at the White House alongside leaders from Mesabi Metallics, Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds, and other Iowa officials. The company plans […]
