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William Penn Graduates embark on next journey

by Charlie Comfort Oskaloosa, Iowa- Around 300 students turned another page in lives, and in William Penn University’s history, as they received their degrees on Saturday. The 142nd William Penn University Commencement Ceremony recognized those persons who had completed their requirements to earn a four year degree from Willian Penn University. Like in years past, […]

A Dog’s Day At The Bark Park

Oskaloosa, Iowa – What started as a capstone project became reality in July of 2015, as the Oskaloosa Dog Park officially opened. Since that time, the committee that oversees the park has worked with partners to maintain and improve the facility. Some of those improvements include water fountains for not only humans, but for the […]

Ian Madsen Holds Them Off in Classic Knoxville Showdown!

Clint Garner Pounces in Traffic in 360’s, Ryan Leavitt Scores Emotional 305 Win by Bill Wright KNOXVILLE, Iowa (May 6, 2017) – Few tracks put on the thrilling action that the Knoxville Raceway produces week in and week out, but Saturday night’s 410 sprint feature on Budweiser Night was one to remember! St. Mary’s, New […]

Bike Safety Meets Fun

Oskaloosa, Iowa – Safety lessons can be a pretty boring experience, but for young riders around Oskaloosa, getting those lessons was a bit more fun on Saturday. An obstacle course was available to them, after their bicycles were checked to make sure simple things like brakes functioned properly, before meeting with Oskaloosa Police Lieutenant Craig […]

The Visit May Be Short, But The Memories Will Last A Lifetime

Oskaloosa, Iowa – A group of smiling, laughing, wiggling, and energetic elementary/middle school-aged kids and adults met at the Oskaloosa Middle School for one last dinner, before nearly a dozen of them finish their journey. The teachers and students were here, learning more about America, Iowa, and Oskaloosa, as part of a student exchange program […]

Oskaloosa Fire Department Quickly Extinguishes House Fire

Oskaloosa, Iowa – The Oskaloosa Fire Department was dispatched to 103 16th Avenue East shortly after 9:30 pm on Thursday evening due to reports of heavy smoke coming from the residence. Upon arrival, a glow could be seen coming from the northwest roof of the home. Firefighters acted quickly to knock down the flames and […]

Façade Improvement Project Moving Forward

City of Oskaloosa Press Release Continuing to build on the many recent successes of Oskaloosa’s downtown revitalization, the City of Oskaloosa is about to launch into the construction phase of a project that will rehabilitate the facades of 16 buildings in heart of the community. This project builds on the momentum of the many other […]

Fellows and Anderson Repeat on Shawn’s Hay Grinding Night

Southern Iowa Speedway

by Jeremy Fox Oskaloosa, Iowa (May 3rd, 2017) – The Southern Iowa Speedway roared in to the merry month of May with Shawn’s Hay Grinding of Keystone Night at the races. The pit area saw 82 cars checked in the five weekly IMCA divisions on a nice chilly spring evening. Also in attendance was three […]

Supervisors Plan Exit For Case Management Workers

Mahaska County Courthouse

Oskaloosa, Iowa – Iowans who are on Medicaid have been facing many changes since the State of Iowa implemented a privatization plan in an effort to save money. Those changes have prompted many different responses from Iowans, especially those impacted by the changes. Iowa’s Governor Terry Branstad led the charge to privatize the process, expressing […]

Supervisors Eyeing Economic Development Support Changes

Oskaloosa, Iowa – The Mahaska County Board of Supervisors held a work session with members of the Oskaloosa Area Chamber and Development Group, in which both sides appeared to walk away prepared to help bring ideas and effort to development within the county. A resolution came before the board to continue its financial contribution to […]

           

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