Oskaloosa, Iowa – With Christmas quickly approaching and many families still suffering from economic setback, volunteers ask for your assistance in helping a child obtain a Christmas present this year. The Oskaloosa Police Association in conjunction with the Oskaloosa Firefighters and Mahaska County Sheriff’s Posse, along with Wal-Mart (who started the program) and Wigg’s Country […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Music is a an important part of many people’s lives, as well as their faith in God, but one local group has found a way to mix the two together. Piercing the Darkness finds itself nearing its’ nearing fifth year of existence, after their desire to play music that glorified God brought […]
OSKALOOSA – The Oskaloosa Mayhem Girls Roller Derby Squad recently donated $400 to Mahaska Health Partnership Radiology Services for use in funding free or reduced cost digital mammograms for women. According to Oskaloosa Mayhem representative Lisa Alderson, the team regularly gives a portion of the proceeds from their bouts to a local charity. “October is […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Penn Central Mall and its merchants are excited to welcome the newest merchant to Penn Central Mall, Napoli’s Italian Restaurant. Napoli’s will bring the vibrant feel and atmosphere of an authentic Italian restaurant. The restaurant is owned by the Qerimi family, who operate several Italian restaurants in the Midwest. “It has been […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – It is that time of year again and Christmas is already in the air! The Lacey Recreation Complex Promotions & Fundraising Committee met and came up with a plan for the 2011 Lacey Recreation Float, as they have done for the last four year. William Penn Girls Soccer team was called to […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa- The Oskaloosa City Council met in regular session Monday evening with Mayor David Krutzfeldt presiding. During public comments, the Council heard from Jo Ford. Ford spoke to city council regarding the previous streetscape project and the possibility of a 2nd phase of the streetscape project. Ford presented the Mayor and the Council with […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Budget debates will begin in a few months, and those looking at funding changes for the next year have started to visit the Supervisors in order to prepare for future funding. Monday morning found Mahaska County Emergency Manager Jamey Robinson along with Mahaska County Sheriff Paul DeGeest sitting before the board as […]
The final day to register early and be eligible to vote for the December 6, 2011 Municipal Runoff Election in Beacon, Rose Hill, and University Park is Monday, November 28th, by 5:00 P.M. Early registration can be completed by mail if voter registration application is postmarked no later than Monday, November 28th. After November 28th […]
Elsah, Ill – Grinnell College’s Griffin Lentsch ’13 erupted for 89 points, an NCAA Division III national record, as the Pioneer men’s basketball team sailed past Principia College 145-97 Saturday afternoon in Elsah, Ill. Lentsch’s scoring output surpassed the previous D-III mark of 77 points set by former Grinnell star Jeff Clement in 1998. Lentsch’s […]
Editors Note: The views and opinions expressed in this editorial are not necessarily the views or opinions of Osky News. Oskaloosa, Iowa- Last week, we asked you if you trust Journalists or the Media. 110 residents responded with 99 residents (90%) saying No, 7 residents (6%) saying Yes, and 4 residents (4%) saying Unsure.. The […]
