Oskaloosa–William Penn athletic teams made a record-breaking impact in and around Oskaloosa during the 2024-2025. William Penn volunteered a total of 3,020 hours of service during the past school year, surpassing the old mark of 2,530 hours from 2023-2024. As a Five-Star institution in the NAIA’s Champions of Character program with one of the core […]
by Jane Norman, Iowa Capital Dispatch May 18, 2025 WASHINGTON — Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with “a more aggressive form” of prostate cancer, according to a statement from his office on Sunday. The statement said Biden, 82, last week was seen for a new finding of a prostate nodule after experiencing increasing […]
The Mahaska County Conservation Board has officially broken ground on a new Nature Playscape project, a unique and interactive outdoor play area designed to connect children and families with nature. Located on the west side of the Environmental Learning Center (ELC), this multi-featured landscape is expected to be completed by mid-September, weather permitting. The Nature […]
The Mahaska County Board of Supervisors met Monday, May 19, 2025, covering a broad agenda that included finalizing a budget amendment, discussing changes in county insurance coverage, and reviewing infrastructure and contract updates. The board opened with standard approvals of the agenda and the minutes from the May 5 meeting. A scheduled public hearing was […]
Mahaska County Deputy Sheriff David Wilke and his K9 partner Rocco recently brought home recognition from the annual Dogs for Law Enforcement (DLE) certification seminar in Independence, Iowa. The duo placed second in the 2025 Midwest Iowa Narcotics Sniff-Off, a timed competition held as part of the larger recertification and training event for K9 teams. […]
OSKALOOSA, Iowa — Oskaloosa High School held its commencement ceremony Sunday, May 18, graduating 132 students in the Class of 2025. The ceremony opened with the national anthem and a welcome from school administrators. Principal Jeff Kirby and Superintendent Dr. Mike Fisher addressed the audience, acknowledging the class’s persistence and performance over the past four […]
Oskaloosa’s alleys have transformed over the past few years from simple pedestrian passageways into vibrant, community-driven spaces, largely fueled by the vision of local advocates and the hands-on efforts of volunteers. Trolley Stop Alley and The Alley have become cornerstones of downtown revitalization and community gathering, reflecting both creativity and grassroots cooperation. A Brief History […]
OSKALOOSA, Iowa — Oskaloosa High School honored its top academic performers, leaders, and scholarship recipients during its 2025 Academic Awards Night. The event recognized students across multiple grade levels for outstanding academic achievement, character, leadership, and community involvement. National Honor Society & Academic Letter Winners These students have demonstrated excellence in scholarship, service, leadership, and […]
Mahaska Health is pleased to welcome Kelly Decious, OTR/L, as the new Assistant Director of Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Speech Therapy. Kelly is a board-certified Occupational Therapist with over a decade of experience supporting patients across a wide range of care settings, including outpatient orthopedics, inpatient rehabilitation, and skilled nursing care. Kelly earned her […]
OSKALOOSA, Iowa — The Mahaska County Community Foundation (MCCF) has announced the distribution of $118,929 in grant funding to support 12 impactful projects across Mahaska County. These grants, awarded in May 2025, reflect MCCF’s mission to strengthen the local community through strategic philanthropy that addresses real needs and creates lasting benefits. 2025 Grant Recipients: Oskaloosa […]
