The Oskaloosa Area Chamber & Development Group anticipates spring and education through its Chamber Scholars program, now in its 14th year. High school seniors living in Mahaska County and attending any high school are eligible to apply. Pick up an application from your school counselor, from the Oskaloosa Area Chamber office or at www.oacdg.org. Scholarships […]
OSKALOOSA, IA — The George Daily Auditorium in Oskaloosa presents a quirky comedy revue by a troupe that highlights what we talk about at work. On Friday, Feb. 17 at 7:30 p.m., The Water Coolers (www.seethewatercoolers.com) offers their unique blend of comedy, original songs and song parodies based on the foibles and experiences everyone talks […]
PELLA — Central College has selected two prominent speakers for the commencement and baccalaureate ceremonies for graduating seniors May 12. Dr. Kathleen Sikkema and the Rev. Wes Granberg-Michaelson are both leaders in their respective fields and represent two major priorities for Central College and for higher education: the health sciences and religious tolerance and fellowship. […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Mahaska Hospice Auxiliary Quilt Winner – Pat Dixon of Oskaloosa is the winner of the Mahaska Hospice Auxiliary No Show Quilt Raffle. The queen-size quilt was donated by the Oskaloosa Quick Stitchers. The event raised $1,133.00 for the Mahaska Hospice Auxiliary, an independent, not for profit organization that supports MHP Hospice Services, […]
The Mahaska Wellness Coalition (MWC) has invited the community to live healthy together and has challenged the neighborhood to meet the goal of 1000 Mahaska residents participating in the 100-day Wellness Challenge. We are almost there! Mahaska currently has over 70 teams (nearly 600 participants). The Oskaloosa elementary and middle school students are also taking […]
On Saturday, February 4, the William Penn University men’s and women’s basketball programs take on Iowa Wesleyan starting at 1:00 p.m. During halftime of the women’s game, President Ann Fields and Mayor Dave Krutzfeldt will honor members of service organizations in Oskaloosa and the surrounding area. In appreciation for their exemplary service and leadership, members […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The little league season is just around the corner. The Oskaloosa Little League held their first of two sign-up days in center court of Penn Central Mall. The sign up next week (February 4) will also include sports like soccer and Babe Ruth leagues. Last year, about 480 kids participated in little […]
Keota, Iowa – I found some black walnuts in my basement the other day that needed cracked and picked. It’s funny how I have put that off for so long. That was something that Mom did quite often in late fall & winter. Us kids pitched in and helped and it was kind of fun […]
Oskaloosa, January 28, 2012 – The Mahaska County YMCA is proud to announce some exciting new aquatics improvements for the 2012 year. With programs at the Y continuing to expand and grow, including the YMCA Dolphins Swim Team with a record 75 participants this year, the Y has recently added a new lap swim time […]
William Penn University’s College for Working Adults was established 15 years ago with the mission to provide an educational opportunity, especially to those that do not have access to a traditional education. One of the valuable faculty members present for the launch of this program was Dr. Ronald E. Johnson. Dr. Ron, as he was […]
