Oskaloosa, Iowa – Security was tight as the visiting head of state, Rwandan President Paul Kagame was on hand to deliver the 2012 commencement address at William Penn University. Students of William Penn started gathering just before noon in the gymnasium, and the college of working adults gathered in the upstairs gym. Students talked amongst […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – It’s a growing trend that continues to gain in popularity. Every year, shoppers search out those locally grown fruits and vegetables. Also available are freshly baked goods along with such things as jellies and jams. This Tuesday, May 15th, the Oskaloosa Farmers Market will open, once again, for another year of tasty […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The American Legion Junior Auxiliary Unit #34 was recognized by Oskaloosa Mayor Dave Krutzfelt Friday afternoon as they prepare to help raise funds in support of Veterans. The group will be distributing poppies from 9 a.m. until noon at the local Hy-Vee, Fareway and Wal-Mart stores on Saturday, May 19th. “In Flanders […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – It’s a yearly tradition, stretching back 131 years. The Oskaloosa Area Chamber & Development Group held it’s annual meeting Thursday night at the Peppertree with around 130 people in attendance. The social hour began at 5:30 pm with members greeting each other, sharing stories and renewing friendships. Dinner was served starting at […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – The primary election is only weeks away, and the Mahaska County Auditors office was busy preparing voting machines before the big day. Deputy Auditor Sue Brown said the purpose is to not only making sure that equipment is working correctly, but that they are also tabulating correctly. They use a controlled batch […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Many times those who selflessly serve others end up going unnoticed. Mahaska County United Way takes steps every year to ensure that the volunteers who make all of the programs possible are recognized. This year the group gathered at Central United Methodist Church where a dessert bar was prepared. Richelle Holle with […]
Washington D.C. – The U.S. Postal Service announced a new strategy today that could keep the nation’s smallest Post Offices open for business, while providing a framework to achieve significant cost savings as part of the plan to return the organization to financial stability. The plan would keep the existing Post Office in place, but […]
Beacon, Iowa – The Beacon city Council held an hour long question-and-answer session Tuesday night in regards to a possible future agreement with Mahaska Rural Water. Randy Pleima with Mahaska rural water was on hand to field questions, not only from council members but also from Beacons citizens. Questions ranged from how billing would be […]
William Penn University will hold its commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 12, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. in the Penn Activity Center (PAC). Doors will open to the public at 11:00 a.m. For those that are unable to attend, the Communication Research Institute will live stream the ceremony via the web on William Penn University’s homepage, […]
by R.D. Keep Oskaloosa, Iowa – Oskaloosa Community School Board celebrated as they opened Tuesday’s regular session. Retiring teachers and staff were honored with a reception prior to the start of the meeting. Once in session, Superintendent Russ Reiter and board president Susan Boxler presented plaques to the retirees. Twelve members of the support staff […]
