Oskaloosa, Iowa – Oskaloosa Christian School 8th grade student Ethan Kelderman has qualified to compete in the 2013 Iowa National Geographic Bee. The Bee is sponsored by Google and Plum Creek. Kelderman was chosen after winning the school’s competition, after which he took a qualifying test which was then submitted to the National Geographic Society. […]
MAHASKA COUNTY – The desire to lose weight is one that plagues many people. Mahaska Health Partnership’s Family Nurse Practitioner Eva Sietsema said she was one of them. “I developed gestational diabetes during my pregnancy which turned into type 2 diabetes,” Sietsema explained. “I tried every new diet and experienced years of yo-yo weight loss.” […]
March 21, 2013 Dear Parents, The Iowa Assessment Tests will be given to OMS students on Monday and Tuesday morning. These tests measure our student’s level of achievement when compared to state and national norm groups. The results are also used for our accountability purposes. For these reasons, getting accurate results are very important to […]
by Matt Kargol – OHS Art I wanted to let everyone know about a very special opportunity that is coming to Oskaloosa High School on Wednesday March 27. Benjamin Victor is a sculptor from Aberdeen, South Dakota who has been selected to create a sculpture of Norman Borlaug for the National Statuary Hall in Washington […]
Eddyville, Iowa – This Friday night at 6:30 in the cafeteria, you are cordially invited to attend an academic showcase honoring the Seniors. Many of our students have taken a considerable amount of time to ensure that they not only excel in sports and band but also in academic efforts as well. There will be […]
MAHASKA COUNTY – March is recognized as National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month and Mahaska Health Partnership is offering free colorectal cancer screening kits throughout the month to help detect polyps early. According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer is a type of cancer that starts in the colon or rectum. Most colorectal cancers grow […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The Oskaloosa community and surrounding areas are invited to join WPU staff, faculty, and students at a recognition ceremony for the William Penn University Men’s Basketball program to celebrate their historic season. The Statesmen finished the 2012–13 season ranked #1 in the NAIA with the best record in program history. As Midwest […]
William Penn University is honored to host Dr. Jim Le Shana as this year’s guest speaker for the 4th Annual Ercil and Maxine Beane Lecture on Tuesday, April 2, 2013. Dr. La Shana’s presentation titled “The Forgotten Quaker Distinctive” will be held at 11:15 am in the Chief Mahaska Room, located in the Dana Atkins […]
Skaters, bikers, basketball players and friends join at the Oskaloosa Urban Park Friday night to take full advantage of the 50 degree weather. With the long winter months kids noted they were anxious to get back to the park. Skaters and bikers took turns practicing jumps and teaching each other new tricks while friends socialized […]
MAHASKA COUNTY – Mahaska Health Partnership Family Nurse Practitioner Lisa Smith began practicing with the health system in February. Smith treats patients of all ages and has a special understanding for those struggling with emotional stress and mental health issues. “Life is tough and sometimes it can get you down,” Smith expressed. “Often, when a […]
