(OSKALOOSA, Iowa) – Most job search experts consider networking to be the most effective aspect of a job search. Last Thursday, April 20, Career Services of William Penn University held a Career Networking Social in the Musco Technology Center on William Penn University’s Oskaloosa campus. Students were able to build and strengthen relationships with area […]
by Charlie Comfort Oskaloosa, Iowa- Chalk the Walk hit its’ fourth year as the fundraising event was held on April 22. The annual event was originally established in 2013 by KIGC, the student run radio station at William Penn University. The event serves as a fundraiser for Operation Backpack and the United Way of Mahaska […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Reports of heavy smoke filtering through Oskaloosa started to come in at approximately 7:15 p.m. Monday evening. Firefighters found the cause of the smoke in the 2700 block of Osburn Avenue, south of Oskaloosa. According to Oskaloosa Fire Chief, Mark Neff, the low humidity helped the smoke hug the ground for long […]
by Rep. Larry Sheets I’m told there’s a light at the end of the tunnel – I hope it’s not a train coming in the opposite direction! This has been the most difficult Session in my experience. Regardless, Session will end soon with a number of significant accomplishments. They include: Deappropriations of budgets to match […]
by Charlie Comfort Oskaloosa, Iowa- Third graders of Mahaska County were recently given the opportunity to understand more about life on a farm through the Ag in the Classroom program. Nearly 280 third grade students from Oskaloosa, Oskaloosa Chisitian, North Mahaska, Eddyville Blakesburg Fremont Fremont attendance center, and Peoria Christian were given the opportunity to […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The tables were all set, and many looked and played their part for the evening, which was to highlight the service and sacrifice of those who served in the WWII Naval Armed Guard. Kelly Halbert, Curator at the Nelson Pioneer Farm, said that the dinner, dessert, and presentation is something they are […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – William Penn University students had an opportunity to showcase their talents and academic findings on Thursday, during the Student Research and Creative Arts Symposium (SRCAS). The event, held inside the Penn Activity Center [PAC], had 110 presentations and 102 students participating. The SRCAS is held each year as a way to highlight […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Stepping into a new job is usually a fairly uncomfortable thing, but when the eye of the public is on you, it can be a little more nerve wracking. Eric Christensen is the new Executive Director at the Mahaska County YMCA, and he said that the community has been very welcoming. “I’ve […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Monday night saw the Oskaloosa City Council award bids for roadwork and approve the site plan for a new bank facility on the west side of Oskaloosa. The State Bank of Bussey had its site plan approved for a new building to be located at 201 Cornerstone Drive. On April 4, 2017, […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The Mahaska County Board of Supervisors met on Monday, where the South Central Behavioral Health Region took center stage. Supervisors Mark Doland and Mark Groenendyk were in attendance, while Willie Van Weelden was not. Appanoose, Davis, Wapello, and Mahaska County make up the four county region. When originally formed, each county had […]
