On November 8, the Grinnell Pioneers men’s soccer team took to the field against the Lake Forest Foresters at Mohr Field, hoping to clinch a victory in front of a crowd of 147. Despite a promising start with an early lead, the Pioneers ultimately fell 4-1 in a hard-fought contest. Grinnell opened the scoring just […]
Oskaloosa, IA – Local athletes have brought pride to Oskaloosa High School through their standout performances in the Little Hawkeye Conference (LHC) Volleyball All-Conference selections for 2024. Among the honored athletes are seniors Gracie DeRonde and Hannah Nelson, as well as sophomore Cylee Smith, each recognized for their exceptional skills on the court this season. […]
OSKALOOSA, Iowa — Amal Eltahir, City Manager of Oskaloosa, has announced her resignation effective November 20, 2024. In an email to the Oskaloosa Mayor and City Council, Eltahir cited a need to step back from her current responsibilities for personal reasons. The email, verified as authentic by multiple sources, confirms her decision to leave her […]
The 2024 All-District football teams were announced, and several Oskaloosa athletes earned well-deserved spots, showcasing their skills and dedication throughout the season. Representing Oskaloosa High School, these players made a significant impact in Iowa Class 4A District 3, demonstrating both offensive and defensive prowess. First Team Selections: Parker Jordan (Junior) – Defensive End Lukas Toubekis […]
On November 6, 2024, in a tightly contested match, Cornell College’s volleyball team defeated Grinnell 3-1 in front of a spirited crowd at the Small Athletic and Wellness Center. The event attracted an impressive 550 attendees who witnessed both teams display high-level volleyball. Cornell set the tone early, winning the first set 25-13, capitalizing on […]
Oskaloosa — Oskaloosa City Councilmember Ronda Almond voiced serious concerns at a recent Pella City Council meeting over a proposed 911 dispatch services agreement between the cities, saying she and four other council members were caught off guard by the proposal. Almond’s statements raised questions about communication and transparency within Oskaloosa’s leadership. Almond, who represents […]
Oskaloosa, IA — The Oskaloosa City Council gathered on November 4 for its regular session, addressing community concerns, reviewing local development initiatives, and approving significant public works payments. Mayor Dave Krutzfeldt led the meeting, attended by council members Almond, Caligiuri, Drost, Hermsen, Ibrahim, and Ossian, with Comfort absent. Community Concerns During the community comments period, […]
Oskaloosa, IA – The Mahaska County Board of Supervisors met on November 4 to address a range of issues impacting county infrastructure, city collaborations, and public health initiatives. Chaired by Mark Groenendyk, the meeting covered approvals for infrastructure projects, property transactions, and discussed updates to funding and operational agreements with the city. The meeting began […]
OSKALOOSA, IA — Unofficial results from Mahaska County’s 2024 General Election had Mahaska County Supervisor Mark Groenendyk secured another term with a total of 7,619 votes across precincts. Groenendyk’s closest competition came from write-in candidate Mike Forschler, who collectively received considerable attention in a days-long campaign, with there being a total of 933 votes. For […]
Event Will Feature Guest Speaker Jerry Power and Offer Refreshments for Veterans and Families OSKALOOSA, Iowa — Oskaloosa High School will host a special Veterans Day Assembly on Tuesday, November 12, at 1:00 PM in the school’s large gym. The event, organized by the Oskaloosa High School Student Council, is open to all community members […]
