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WPU Gets Past Graceland 3-1 »

Oskaloosa–The William Penn women’s volleyball team returned to the win column Saturday as it defeated Graceland 3-1 in Heart of America Athletic Conference action. The Statesmen (10-6, 1-1 Heart) won…

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William Penn Finishes Heart Opener with 1-1 Tie Against Benedictine »

Oskaloosa–The Statesmen men’s soccer team rallied to end up with a 1-1 tie against Benedictine in its Heart of America Athletic Conference opener Saturday. No. 4 WPU (2-0-3, 0-0-1 Heart)…

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George Daily Auditorium Announces Five-Show Season With Free Student Tickets »

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The George Daily Auditorium’s 2026–27 program will include Shakespeare, live music, stand-up comedy, dance theatre, and an Elvis Presley tribute.…

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Oskaloosa Students Invite Community to Join Homecoming Week Activities »

Student Council members Jonah DeVore, Ireland McGraw, and Vani Patel sat down in the Oskaloosa News Studio to talk about the OHS Student Council participation in the upcoming 9/11 Ceremony.

Oskaloosa, Iowa – From September 14 to 18, Oskaloosa High School will be celebrating homecoming with powderpuff games, a parade…

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Kite Festival, Fall Sports and Trail Tours Keep MCRF Busy in September »

Youth Soccer at the MCRF complex. (photo from MCRF social media)

The Mahaska Community Recreation Foundation is busy as the outdoor season comes to an end because of the return of…

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Mahaska Health Welcomes Drew Richmond, MD, to General Surgery Team »

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Mahaska Health is honored to welcome Drew Richmond, MD, General Surgeon, to its growing surgical team. Dr. Richmond returns to…

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WPU Gets Past Graceland 3-1 »

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Oskaloosa–The William Penn women’s volleyball team returned to the win column Saturday as it defeated Graceland 3-1 in Heart of America Athletic Conference action. The Statesmen (10-6, 1-1 Heart) won by scores of 20-25, 25-22, 25-19, 25-19. The hosts held off the Yellowjackets, despite being…

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William Penn Finishes Heart Opener with 1-1 Tie Against Benedictine »

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Oskaloosa–The Statesmen men’s soccer team rallied to end up with a 1-1 tie against Benedictine in its Heart of America Athletic Conference opener Saturday. No. 4 WPU (2-0-3, 0-0-1 Heart) outshot the Ravens 12-5 (4-3 in shots on goal), but trailed 1-0 at halftime after…

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William Penn Fifth at Grinnell Invite »

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Grinnell–The Statesmen men’s cross country team continued its season Saturday by going north to compete in the Grinnell Les Duke Invitational. WPU placed fifth out of eight teams with 148 points, while Central took the crown with 16 points. Central’s Jack Brown was first out…

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Statesmen Battle at Grinnell Les Duke Invitational »

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Grinnell–The William Penn women’s cross country team faced off against a strong field as it competed at the Grinnell Les Duke Invitational Saturday. WPU was sixth out of seven teams with 170 points, while Central earned the team crown with 33 points. A total of…

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WPU Held Scoreless in Heart Opener by No. 22 Benedictine »

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Oskaloosa–The Statesmen women’s soccer team was unable to break through against No. 22 Benedictine as it dropped its Heart of America Athletic Conference opener 3-0 Saturday. William Penn (3-2, 0-1 Heart) only allowed 13 shots by the Ravens (5-0, 1-0 Heart), but the hosts managed…

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WPU Falls to No. 3 Benedictine 40-7 »

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Atchison, Kan.—The Statesmen football team ran out of gas in a 40-7 loss to No. 3 Benedictine in a Heart of America Athletic Conference North-South crossover game Saturday. No. 13William Penn (2-1, 1-0 Heart North) was outgained 403-245, doing almost all of its damage through…

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Statesmen Drop Heart Opener to Bobcats »

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Oskaloosa–The William Penn women’s volleyball team came up short in its first league battle of the year as it fell 3-0 to Peru State in Heart of America Athletic Conference action Friday. WPU (9-6, 0-1 Heart), which fell by scores of 25-27, 19-25, 14-25, was…

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Kite Festival, Fall Sports and Trail Tours Keep MCRF Busy in September »

Youth Soccer at the MCRF complex. (photo from MCRF social media)

The Mahaska Community Recreation Foundation is busy as the outdoor season comes to an end because of the return of the kite festival, fall sports, and guided trail rides. MaKenzie Burk and Lindsey Holmberg from MCRF recently went to the studio of the Oskaloosa News…

Sep 13 2026 / Comments Off on Kite Festival, Fall Sports and Trail Tours Keep MCRF Busy in September / Read More »

Dutch volleyball squad swept in Friday matinee »

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SAINT PAUL, MINN. – In its first game at the Saint Paul Classic Friday, the Central College volleyball team fell in straight sets against Carleton College (Minn.) The Knights (3-2) defeated the Dutch 25-18, 25-23, 25-22. Central had its lowest kill total of the season…

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WARRIORS RUN AWAY WITH BLUE RIVER CLASSIC TITLE »

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September 11, 2026 Lincoln, NE – The No. 3 nationally ranked Indian Hills Men’s Golf squad cruised to a first-place finish in its season opener at the Blue River Classic on Thursday. The Warriors outlasted the field by 14 strokes to win its first tournament…

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Oskaloosa Eighth-Grade A1 Volleyball Wins Season Opener at Knoxville »

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KNOXVILLE — Oskaloosa’s eighth-grade volleyball A1 team won three of five sets against Knoxville to lead the Indians in their season opener. A2 dropped a…

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Editorial Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks

Made in America Manufacturing Tour: Building Jobs and Restoring American Strength

Iowa’s First District is the manufacturing heart of our state, and I was proud to lead a Made in America Manufacturing Tour to showcase the real results we are delivering for workers, businesses, and families. From…

Sep 1 2025 / Read More »
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MAHASKA COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS – July 6th, 2026

MAHASKA COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AGENDA NOTICE The Mahaska County Board of Supervisors will meet on Monday, July 6, 2026, at 9 a.m. in the third-floor conference room of the Mahaska County Courthouse, 106 South First…

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Events Mahaska County Conservation Looks Ahead to Fall Programs and Outdoor Activities

Youth Outdoor Field Day Returns Saturday at Russell Wildlife Area

OSKALOOSA – Kids will have the chance to fish, build kites, and explore nature this Saturday at the 23rd annual Youth Outdoor Field Day, hosted by Mahaska County Conservation at Russell Wildlife Area. The event takes…

Sep 9 2026 / Read More »
Local Sports Youth Soccer at the MCRF complex. (photo from MCRF social media)

Kite Festival, Fall Sports and Trail Tours Keep MCRF Busy in September

The Mahaska Community Recreation Foundation is busy as the outdoor season comes to an end because of the return of the kite festival, fall sports, and guided trail rides. MaKenzie Burk and Lindsey Holmberg from MCRF…

Sep 13 2026 / Read More »
Clubs and Organizations Golden Gander Club

Golden Gander Club Builds on a Legacy of Community Giving

The new Golden Gander Club is bringing men together to pool financial resources and support projects that benefit Oskaloosa and Mahaska County.…

Jul 22 2026 / Read More »
Education From left to right, Jeff and Elizabeth Jorgensen, and Ken Allsup with Oskaloosa News on a recent flight over Pella and Oskaloosa Iowa.

LOCAL AVIATORS WORKING TO OPEN DOORS TO FLIGHT EDUCATION IN IOWA

OSKALOOSA — A flight over Oskaloosa and Pella recently provided more than scenic views. It also offered a chance to hear the story behind Open Air Education, an Iowa-based effort aimed at helping more people discover…

May 31 2026 / Read More »
Local Businesses Musco will celebrate its 50th anniversary with a community event from 5 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, on the Oskaloosa Square. The celebration will include live music, family activities, food, an outdoor movie and a downtown light show. Graphic courtesy of Musco.

Musco to Celebrate 50 Years With Community Event in Downtown Oskaloosa

On September 19, the celebration will include live music, family activities, food trucks, a showing of “Field of Dreams,” and a Musco light show. Musco is marking 50 years in Oskaloosa with a community event that…

Aug 26 2026 / Read More »
Lifestyle Dr. Kofi Osei and Surgery Services care team members perform first pacemaker implementation at Mahaska Health

New Mahaska Health Cardiologist Dr. Kofi Osei Performs First Pacemaker Implementation

Mahaska Health is pleased to welcome Cardiologist and Electrophysiology specialist Dr. Kofi Osei to their Cardiology team. Since joining Mahaska Health in May 2026, Dr. Osei has reached a significant milestone by performing the hospital’s first…

Jul 1 2026 / Read More »

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