(OSKALOOSA, Iowa) – On Saturday, June 24, the Global Relationships and Awareness Student Program (GRASP) will hold a cultural workshop in room 207 of the Penn Activity Center (PAC). The workshop, which will go from 1 – 4 p.m. on the Oskaloosa campus, is an opportunity to network with members of the Oskaloosa community who […]
MAHASKA COUNTY – Whether you’re breastfeeding or using formula, your child will likely use a bottle at some point. MHP Family Practice with Obstetrics Physician Shawn Richmond, MD, offers tips to make bottle feeding successful and stress-free. When getting ready to feed your child, making sure you’re comfortable for an extended amount of time will […]
(OSKALOOSA, Iowa) – Would you like to expand your child’s computer literacy beyond playing games, writing stories, and browsing the Internet? Do you want your child to learn how math can be fun and directly related to computer graphics? William Penn University’s Computer Science Program is once again hosting two computer camp sessions on campus […]
The Oskaloosa Music Festival (OMF) is gearing up for its eighth year of show-stopping classical music from May 31st through June 9th. OMF brings two back-to-back weeks of music performance and education to the city of Oskaloosa. The first week, “Mahaska Masterworks,” (May 31st – June 3) brings professional string players from across the country […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The Oskaloosa High School class of 2017 have turned in their last papers, cleaned out their lockers, shaken hands, and given hugs to many of those who were a part of their education. Their last step will be on Sunday, when they walk across the stage to accept their diplomas and officially […]
(OSKALOOSA, Iowa) – On Thursday, May 11, employees of William Penn University gathered in the café of the Penn Activity Center for a potluck to honor faculty and staff during the annual William Penn University Employee Service Awards. Awards are given out in five-year increments, beginning after the first five years of full-time employment at […]
Christian Opportunity Center is increasing its supported employment efforts in the wake of new State rules eliminating sheltered employment. COC has been providing supported employment services since 1987 and has many success stories of people who have become long-tenured, dependable employees in community businesses. COC provides on-the-job training and support to help people with disabilities […]
The Trail Tram Season has started!! Call MCRF to schedule a tour at 641-672-2499. Enjoy the beautiful weather while learning about the trail and Oskaloosa community when you ride the trail trams!
MAHASKA COUNTY – High amounts of added sugar in our diets have been linked to cavities, obesity, Type 2 diabetes and heart disease, to name a few. Mahaska Health Partnership’s Registered Dietitian Lea Rice offers some advice on lowering the amount of sugar your family ingests. “Added sugar hides in many different forms in our […]
Highlights Importance of Knowing Unhealthy Behaviors and Habits MAHASKA COUNTY – Mental Health issues affect all of society in some way, shape or form. The truth is, you are more likely to encounter someone in an emotional or mental health crisis than someone having a heart attack. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, […]
