Oskaloosa, Iowa – The William Penn Football Team is sporting all new uniforms this year, and they are selling off some of their gear from the past to help them complete the new equipment purchase. The team is selling some of their vintage apparel that includes some collectables. You can nab an official game jersey […]
William Penn University would like to extend an invitation to all community members to attend the World Food Prize Lecture at 11:15 a.m. on Tuesday, October 11 at the George Daily Auditorium. The World Food Prize was envisioned by Dr. Norman E. Borlaug, recipient of the 1970 Nobel Peace Prize for his work in world […]
INDIANAPOLIS – When the lights are dimmed and hush descends upon an audience of more than 54,000 at the nation’s largest annual student convention this Oct. 19 through October 22, 2011, in Conseco Fieldhouse, Samuel Nunnikhoven will share the spotlight in a musical performance that will inspire the crowd and provide memories to last a […]
The Eddyville / Blakesburg Marching Band had a great day in Cedar Rapids and Pella Saturday as they outscored a total of 16 other bands in two marching band competitions. In the afternoon, the band competed at the Linn-Mar Marching Band Contest and placed 1st in class 2A with a score of 73.8. The band […]
Heroes will be recognized during the Heroes Game presented by Hy-Vee IOWA CITY, Iowa — Who’s your hero? Do you know someone who has performed an extraordinary act of courage or dedicated countless hours to a special cause? The University of Iowa, University of Nebraska, the Iowa and Nebraska chapters of the American Red Cross, […]
The Board of Directors at United Way of Mahaska County is taking applications for special grant funding. Any non-profit, 501(c)3 human services organization can apply for these grants. “The special grant process reflects United Way of Mahaska County’s strategic effort to expand services and reach into our community, by distributing additional dollars available to respond […]
PELLA — Central College will welcome alumni, family and friends to campus as it hosts the 2011 Homecoming/Family Weekend Sept. 30 to Oct. 2. From Friday to Sunday, guests are invited to participate in campus activities, watch athletic events and reconnect with former classmates. “We are looking forward to having many alumni and families on […]
Matt Brewer, Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) coordinator for Plant Some Shade will speak at the Mahaska County Extension office on Tuesday, September 27, 2011 at 7 pm. He will be speaking on tree planting and care as well as the Plant some Shade program. There is no cost to attend this program, and […]
Local American Red Cross volunteers are holding the annual Run for the Red on the Oskaloosa trail on Saturday October 1st in support of the local Red Cross Disaster Services and Armed Forces Emergency Services. This will be the 6th year for the event which is a 5Kwalk/run and 10K run beginning and ending on […]
Oskaloosa Girl Scouts will hold their annual Registration Night on Wednesday, September 21 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Smokey Row. Girls in Grades K-12 who are interested in becoming future leaders, learn new skills, do fun things and make new friends are invited to sign up. Girl Scouts are always looking for energetic adult […]
