In May of 2015 a decade’s long business in Oskaloosa was decimated by a fire. Doug Swim had lost his business of over 30 years to the fire. While there has been some disappointing news about business closings in Oskaloosa recently we are happy to announce Swim’s Sports and Awards is open once again at […]
MAHASKA COUNTY – As a woman, it’s easy to put regular check-ups on the backburner while taking care of your family. Mahaska Health Partnership shares the importance of regular health exams and when to schedule them. “I know it can be easy to forget scheduling your regular check-ups,” New Sharon Medical Center Family Nurse Practitioner […]
OSKALOOSA, IA — The acclaimed U.S. Air Force Shades of Blue Jazz Ensemble will present a free concert at the George Daily Auditorium on Tuesday, April 25 at 7:30 p.m. The concert in Oskaloosa is sponsored by the Oskaloosa Herald and KBOE/KMZN. These enlisted professional musicians play big band jazz, bebop, swing, and modern jazz. […]
(Oskaloosa, IA) — The community will soon have a chance to witness the progress of William Penn University students’ talents and academic findings during the Student Research and Creative Arts Symposium on Thursday, April 20 in the Penn Activity Center. The SRCAS is held each year as a way to highlight educational achievement in a […]
(Oskaloosa, IA) — Three members of William Penn University’s Iowa Beta Chapter of Alpha Chi, a national collegiate honor society, attended the national convention in Louisville, Kentucky, April 5–8, where they presented original research papers. Aspiring to the academic life, these students joined nearly 400 others at the annual event. Savanna Hartman (Sr. majoring in […]
MAHASKA COUNTY – Electrocardiogram (EKG) is a medical test highly utilized in assessing how well your heart is working. MHP Director of Cardiopulmonary Services Kim Mould, RRT, explains what these tests are used for and how they benefit patients. According to Mould, an EKG can be ordered by a provider for a number of reasons. […]
Saturday, April 29 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Russell Wildlife Area Cost is $5.00 per person Have you ever wanted to learn how to make your own fishing lures and jigs? On Saturday, April 29, come out to the Russell Wildlife Area from 9:00 am – Noon and you will learn how to make jigs […]
SHADES OF BLUE Tuesday, April 25 at 7:30 p.m. The Shades of Blue Jazz Ensemble is a group of professionally enlisted musicians who play anything from big band jazz, to bebop and swing, to modern jazz. Expect to hear contemporary composers, as well as classic favorites like Count Basie and Glenn Miller! Whether performing for […]
Color Me United 5K and YMCA Healthy Kids Day April 29, 2017 – Oskaloosa, Iowa On April 29th, 2017 United Way of Mahaska County and the Mahaska County YMCA will come together to host Color Me United 5K and YMCA Healthy Kids Day. This event will take place in the William Penn Activity Center (PAC). […]
OSKALOOSA – Though the calendar indicates spring has just begun, it’s time to start thinking about fall preschool for the area’s children. Preschool Open Houses will allow parents and preschoolers to view facilities and meet early learning teams and staff. It will also be a good time to ask questions about the new, pre-registration process […]
