Mahaska County, Iowa – We often drive the gravel roads of Mahaska County, and today we mostly see rolling hills with fields of corn and beans planted on them. Sometimes, a growth of trees and homes dot the landscape. History explorer Dave Baker saw the history of his home state and its diverse and […]
The 1929 ticket booths from the old community stadium, located between the 400 and 500 blocks of North 1st Street in Oskaloosa, were moved to their new home at the new community stadium located in the 2000 block of Stadium Drive. They now rest at the south entrance of the facility. The fate of […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – It’s no secret that being in law enforcement has always presented its challenges to those who choose to serve. Today’s political climate and national conversation about policing are causing the profession to suffer one of its most significant crises in years. Locally, law enforcement is generally supported, and individuals often thank […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Helping shelter animals find their ‘fur-ever’ home is the driving motivation behind the annual adopt-a-thon held at Penn Central Mall recently. Shanna Smith with Stephen Memorial Animal Shelter said the event is a good way for “us to get out into the community and, and just bring our animals to the public […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The Mahaska County Conservation and the Muse Music Store have announced Eveland Fest for 2021. The festival is slated to be held on June 5th, 2021, at Eveland Access Campground along the Des Moines River. Both organizations recently spoke with Oskaloosa News about the upcoming event, highlighting the many performers and events […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Several Oskaloosa High School Seniors were recognized on ‘Career Ready Day.’ The event shines a light on programs that help students become ready to enter the workforce once high school is completed. It also allows students to leap ahead in their college careers. Kristin Bandy helps the Oskaloosa Students, which recognized a […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The Oskaloosa Art Center has once again opened its doors to the public after the pandemic put things on hold for a time. Oskaloosa News recently spoke with Emily Ott about the Members Only show currently on display and the hours the gallery will be open to view it. You can find […]
Oskaloosa Activities Department would like to announce the naming of the Oskaloosa Softball Field after Oskaloosa High School Softball Coach Jay Harms.Coach Harms has coached and influenced thousands of students and athletes during his time at Oskaloosa High School. A few highlights to Jay’s coaching career: -Has coached softball for 44 years (Charter Oak-Ute& Oskaloosa). […]
Mahaska County, Iowa – On Thursday, May 13, the Nelson Pioneer Farm will launch a new monthly program series “Library Treasures” at 11 a.m. This Meet THEN Eat program will feature a piece of the library and archival collection and is presented by Historical Society Librarian Joan Vande Weerdhof. Participants are invited to the library […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – William Penn has been training its students for over 100 years now, with the strength that comes from its diversity. The University traces its roots to 1873 when it opened its doors, celebrating their first graduate in 1875, a woman, in a time “when women didn’t go to college.” In 1902, the […]
