MAHASKA COUNTY – As a parent, you want to protect your children from any chances of being hurt. Mahaska Health Partnership Pediatrician Dr. John O’Brien, MD, explains ways you can help minimize their risk within your home. When it comes to baby-proofing, most parents think about outlets and baby gates. “There are multiple household hazards […]
Troop 71 Merit Badge Conclave Troop 71 will be hosting their annual merit badge conclave Saturday March 18, from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM. 43 troops from across Iowa and Illinois will travel to Oskaloosa and meet at the Central United Methodist Church. 225 Scouts and 60 Adult leaders will attend courses spread throughout the […]
On Tuesday, a car was gifted to Tenco by a local benefactor, Kay Graham. The car will join the fleet of vehicles serving Tenco’s staff and clients. The 2002 Toyota Camry will be assigned to assist the residential services in providing access to grocery shopping, medical and dental appointments, parks, restaurants, and events. Graham lives […]
(OSKALOOSA, Iowa) – William Penn University, a private university that offers both liberal arts and professional degrees on undergraduate and graduate levels, recently announced the launch of a newly revamped website. The new website has a clean and uncluttered design, improved functionality, and enhanced visual content focused on the University’s rich Quaker heritage, educational delivery […]
(OSKALOOSA, Iowa) – William Penn University will welcome both Rev. Michael T. Westbrook (’82) and Rev. Maria A. (Ellis) Westbrook (’83) on Thursday, April 6 as the 2017 Beane Lecture Series guest speakers. These lectures will be open to the public. Their first lecture, titled “Restoring the Community; Repairing the Leaks,” will be held at […]
Weather Science! Russell Wildlife Area Friday, March 10 6:30 – 7:30 pm What makes the wind blow? How are storms formed? The Mahaska County Conservation Board invites you to come out to the conservation center at the Russell Wildlife Area from 6:30 – 7:30 pm on Friday, March 10th to learn about basic weather information. […]
MAHASKA COUNTY – In recognition of National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, Mahaska Health Partnership is offering free colorectal cancer screening kits throughout the month of March. According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer starts in the mucosa of the colon or rectum. Most colorectal cancers grow slowly over several years and usually begin to […]
MAHASKA COUNTY – It seems like every time you turn on the TV or read an article, there is something new to avoid in your diet because it’s “bad.” One item that has gotten a bad reputation is carbohydrates. MHP Registered Dietitian Lea Rice explains why carbohydrates are an important part of a healthy diet. […]
(OSKALOOSA, Iowa) – Director of the Center for Humanist Inquiries, Daniel Boscaljon, will present “The Wonder of Thinking at All” on Tuesday, March 14 at 6:00 p.m. in the Musco Technology Center on William Penn University’s Oskaloosa campus. Boscaljon’s discussion will look at the way that wonder is able to transform humans’ relationship with the […]
Come learn a fruit-ful skill at the upcoming Grafting Workshop. The workshop is with Patrick O’Malley, Iowa State University Extension Commercial Horticulture Field Specialist. It will be held at the Mahaska County Extension Office (212 North I Street, Oskaloosa) Friday, March 31, 6:30—8:30 PM. There will be discussion on different grafting techniques. We will use […]
