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Local Rock Band Gets Song in New NASCAR Video Game

Local Alternative Rock Band Moonlighting (containing two members from Oskaloosa and two members from Ottumwa) had their song “Shine” selected to be included on the soundtrack of the new NASCAR Heat 3 video game coming to stores on September 7th. (submitted photo)

OSKALOOSA, Iowa – September 4th, 2018. Local Alternative Rock Band Moonlighting (containing two members from Oskaloosa and two members from Ottumwa) had their song “Shine” selected to be included on the soundtrack of the new NASCAR Heat 3 video game coming to stores on September 7th. The young band, which played their first show back […]

Artrageous Paints the George Daily Auditorium Stage

An audience favorite, Artrageous kicks off the new professional season at the George Daily Auditorium on Wednesday, September 12 at 7 p.m.!

OSKALOOSA, IA — An audience favorite, Artrageous kicks off the new professional season at the George Daily Auditorium on Wednesday, September 12 at 7 p.m.! Bubble wrap, black lights, live music, dance, art, and paint splattered everywhere – Artrageous is off the hook! Imagine an artist creating a masterpiece before your eyes in mere moments. […]

Oskaloosa Mayor Signs YMCA Appreciation Month

From left to right, Sitting; Debbie Guild, Vice President, David Krutzfeldt, Mayor, Tory Schrock, President. 1st Standing Row Joe Ryan, Treasurer, Ed Butler, Katie Netland, Madonna Bowie, Past President, Billy Blake, Eric Christensen, CEO; 2nd Standing Row: Matt Blanco, Jim Blomgren, Secretary (submitted photo)

YMCA PROCLAMATION Designating the month of September 2018 as “YMCA Appreciation Month” in Oskaloosa, Iowa. WHEREAS, the YMCA is the nation’s leading nonprofit committed to strengthening communities through three areas of focus: youth development, healthy living and social responsibility WHEREAS, the Mahaska County YMCA in Oskaloosa, Iowa serves our residents with the help of 200 […]

Community Members Welcome Back Penn Students

Community members and William Penn students got to know a little bit more about each other at a vendor fair at the Penn Activity Center.

Oskaloosa, Iowa – Every year, William Penn University hosts a vendor fair, where community businesses, nonprofits, and other services get a chance to introduce themselves to the students. Michelle Purdum was happy to be a part of the community fair day, believing it’s important for herself to interact with the William Penn community. “They are […]

Indians Dispatch Tigers At Home Opener

Oskaloosa's Taylor Wills had 5 kills against Grinnell on Tuesday evening. The Indians defeated the Tigers 25-12, 25-12, and 25-20.

by Coach Jennifer Comfort The Oskaloosa Indians took on the Grinnell Tigers last night to open Little Hawkeye Conference play. The Indians swept the Tigers at all levels for an impressive night for the program. The freshman squad opened up the evening with a 25-18, 25-22 win, followed by the JV winning 25-11, 25-21. The […]

Eagles Fly Past The Indians At The End To Claim Victory

The ball sails just out of reach for Oskaloosa's Isaac Schultz against Pella Christian on Friday night.

Pella, Iowa – The matchup was a historic one, as the two teams had never matched up on the gridiron, and for over three quarters of play, it was a seesaw battle. In the end, the Eagles claimed the first victory by a score of 51-33 on the Eagles home field. Oskaloosa Head Coach Jake […]

William Penn Campus Comes Back To Life

The William Penn freshman class stopped for a few minutes to take a class photo on Thursday.

Oskaloosa, Iowa – The William Penn University Campus sprang to life this week, as the 2018-19 academic year got underway. Nik Rule, Athletic Director at William Penn, said that the first day of class was on Monday, August 20, 2018, but welcome week activities for students began on Saturday, the 18th. Student-athletes have been on […]

P-U-S-H Yourself Past The Comfort Zone

Participants pose for a photo before the PUSH 5K on Saturday.

Oskaloosa, Iowa – The new shelter house east of the Lacey Complex Stadium was the spot to meet on Saturday morning, as well over 50 people came out to celebrate their friends, family, and their accomplishments. Persist Until Something Happens or P-U-S-H, is a group focused on encouraging others wanting to make positive changes in […]

Oskaloosa Restaurant To Offer Chef-Inspired Cuisine

Michael Glesener (left) and Matthew Gunn (right) are the team behind Wood Iron Grille.

Oskaloosa, Iowa – The restaurant at Osky Golf has been quiet for the season, but that will change soon as Wood Iron Grille is scheduled to open in the coming weeks. Michael Glesener and Matthew Gunn are the folks responsible for helping to bring a new dining option to the community. The pair was approached […]

Sorority at William Penn University Earns Governor’s Volunteer Award

Sisters of the Lambda Delta Nu Sorority accepted the Governor's Volunteer Award on August 1, 2018 at the Ottumwa Bridge View Center. (From left to right: Lt. Gov. Adam Gregg, LDN President-Sofie Lund, Alexis Guimaraes, Lorena Reyes, Amber Ovel, Megan Rhoads, WPU Alumna ('04), LBN Sister and Greek Council Member-Holly Brink, and Governor Kim Reynolds.)

(OSKALOOSA, Iowa) — Governor Kim Reynolds and Lt. Governor Adam Gregg, held the yearly Governor’s Volunteer Award Ceremony on August 1, 2018 at the Ottumwa Bridge View Center in Ottumwa, Iowa. Representing William Penn University as an award recipient were the young women of Lambda Delta Nu Sorority. Coordinated by Volunteer Iowa, the Governor’s Volunteer […]

           

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