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WPU Avenges Loss, Drops Ravens for Championship Title and Nationals Berth »

Atchison, Kan.–It was a case of déjà vu for the Statesmen men’s lacrosse team Saturday as, for the second time in three years, it defeated top-seeded Benedictine on the road…

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Cemeno-Castillo on AVCA’s Second Team, Beallis Earns Third AVCA Award »

Oskaloosa–Ben Cemeno-Castillo (Sr., Joliet, Ill., Business Management) and Britten Beallis (Sr., Naperville, Ill., Sports Management) were both recognized by their sport’s governing body after strong campaigns as the American Volleyball…

May 5 2026 / Comments Off on Cemeno-Castillo on AVCA’s Second Team, Beallis Earns Third AVCA Award / Read More »
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William Penn University Announces Presidential Retirement, Leadership Transition »

William Penn University announced that President John Ottosson will retire in the summer of 2027. (photo provided)

(OSKALOOSA, Iowa)— William Penn University today announced that President John Ottosson will retire in the summer of 2027. His presidency…

May 12 2026 / Comments Off on William Penn University Announces Presidential Retirement, Leadership Transition / Read More »

Hubbell announces Westgate Townhomes, 48 rental townhomes in Oskaloosa »

Hubbell announces Westgate Townhomes, 48 rental townhomes in Oskaloosa. (photo provided)

Hubbell Realty Company will be constructing 48 townhomes in Oskaloosa, called Westgate Townhomes, beginning in fall 2026. The $9.4 million…

May 11 2026 / Comments Off on Hubbell announces Westgate Townhomes, 48 rental townhomes in Oskaloosa / Read More »

Oskaloosa Mini Putt Preparing To Open For Summer Season »

Oskaloosa Mini Putt, located at the former Vennard campus in University Park, is scheduled to open May 22 at 4 p.m. for the 2026 season. (file photo)

UNIVERSITY PARK — One of Mahaska County’s longtime summer traditions is getting ready to open for another season later this…

May 10 2026 / Comments Off on Oskaloosa Mini Putt Preparing To Open For Summer Season / Read More »

Mahaska Area Food Cupboard Preparing for Move, Name Change »

The Ecumenical Food Cupboard in Oskaloosa is preparing for major changes this month as the longtime food assistance program moves to a new location and takes on a new name.

OSKALOOSA — The Ecumenical Food Cupboard in Oskaloosa is preparing for major changes this month as the longtime food assistance…

May 10 2026 / Comments Off on Mahaska Area Food Cupboard Preparing for Move, Name Change / Read More »
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WPU Avenges Loss, Drops Ravens for Championship Title and Nationals Berth »

William Penn Athletics

Atchison, Kan.–It was a case of déjà vu for the Statesmen men’s lacrosse team Saturday as, for the second time in three years, it defeated top-seeded Benedictine on the road to claim the Heart of America Athletic Conference Championship, winning 15-10 in the Finals to…

May 5 2026 / Comments Off on WPU Avenges Loss, Drops Ravens for Championship Title and Nationals Berth / Read More »

Cemeno-Castillo on AVCA’s Second Team, Beallis Earns Third AVCA Award »

William Penn Athletics

Oskaloosa–Ben Cemeno-Castillo (Sr., Joliet, Ill., Business Management) and Britten Beallis (Sr., Naperville, Ill., Sports Management) were both recognized by their sport’s governing body after strong campaigns as the American Volleyball Coaches Association announced its NAIA All-Americans Monday. Cemeno-Castillo was one of 12 individuals named to…

May 5 2026 / Comments Off on Cemeno-Castillo on AVCA’s Second Team, Beallis Earns Third AVCA Award / Read More »

West Sweeps Throwing Events as Statesmen Take Fourth in Conference »

William Penn Athletics

Cedar Rapids–Xzavion West (Sr., Guthrie, Ky., Psychology) capped a remarkable year in the league by winning three more event titles as the William Penn men’s track and field team competed at the Heart of America Athletic Conference Championship Friday and Saturday. As a team, WPU…

May 5 2026 / Comments Off on West Sweeps Throwing Events as Statesmen Take Fourth in Conference / Read More »

Half Dozen Named All-Heart, One Claims Gold Glove »

William Penn Athletics

Oskaloosa–A total of seven members of the William Penn softball team were recognized for productive campaigns as the 2026 all-Heart of America Athletic Conference teams were announced Thursday. Laila Smith (Jr., Olympia, Wash., Elementary Education) was chosen for the 20-person first team, while Tori Smith…

May 5 2026 / Comments Off on Half Dozen Named All-Heart, One Claims Gold Glove / Read More »

Aderibigbe Qualifies at Heart Championship »

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Cedar Rapids–Adedoyin Aderibigbe (Fr., Cedar Hill, Texas, Sociology) hit a qualifying time as the William Penn women’s track and field team competed at the Heart of America Athletic Conference Championship Friday and Saturday. As a team, the Statesmen were 13th out of 14 teams with…

May 5 2026 / Comments Off on Aderibigbe Qualifies at Heart Championship / Read More »

Oskaloosa Students Earn Regional Recognition for Video Highlighting Food Insecurity »

Oskaloosa High School students take part in the Upper Midwest Student Television Production Awards in Minneapolis, where their student-produced video on food insecurity earned a top nomination and highlighted the impact of real-world storytelling. (photo submitted)

OSKALOOSA, Iowa – The video plays for just over three minutes, but behind it lies nearly 40 hours of student work. For two seniors in Oskaloosa High School’s video production program, that effort led to a nomination at the Upper Midwest Student Television Production Awards,…

May 5 2026 / Comments Off on Oskaloosa Students Earn Regional Recognition for Video Highlighting Food Insecurity / Read More »

Oskaloosa boys golf battles tough course at Blue Top Ridge »

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RIVERSIDE — The Oskaloosa boys golf team faced another challenging test this week, competing at Blue Top Ridge Golf Course in near perfect weather conditions. Even with the nice day, the course proved difficult. Coaches said the Indians continue to show improvement, but a few…

May 5 2026 / Comments Off on Oskaloosa boys golf battles tough course at Blue Top Ridge / Read More »

WPU Avenges Loss, Drops Ravens for Championship Title and Nationals Berth »

William Penn Athletics

Atchison, Kan.–It was a case of déjà vu for the Statesmen men’s lacrosse team Saturday as, for the second time in three years, it defeated top-seeded Benedictine on the road to claim the Heart of America Athletic Conference Championship, winning 15-10 in the Finals to…

May 5 2026 / Comments Off on WPU Avenges Loss, Drops Ravens for Championship Title and Nationals Berth / Read More »

Cemeno-Castillo on AVCA’s Second Team, Beallis Earns Third AVCA Award »

William Penn Athletics

Oskaloosa–Ben Cemeno-Castillo (Sr., Joliet, Ill., Business Management) and Britten Beallis (Sr., Naperville, Ill., Sports Management) were both recognized by their sport’s governing body after strong campaigns as the American Volleyball Coaches Association announced its NAIA All-Americans Monday. Cemeno-Castillo was one of 12 individuals named to…

May 5 2026 / Comments Off on Cemeno-Castillo on AVCA’s Second Team, Beallis Earns Third AVCA Award / Read More »

West Sweeps Throwing Events as Statesmen Take Fourth in Conference »

William Penn Athletics

Cedar Rapids–Xzavion West (Sr., Guthrie, Ky., Psychology) capped a remarkable year in the league by winning three more event titles as the William Penn men’s track and field team competed at the Heart of America Athletic Conference Championship Friday and Saturday. As a team, WPU…

May 5 2026 / Comments Off on West Sweeps Throwing Events as Statesmen Take Fourth in Conference / Read More »
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Oskaloosa Students Earn Regional Recognition for Video Highlighting Food Insecurity »

Oskaloosa High School students take part in the Upper Midwest Student Television Production Awards in Minneapolis, where their student-produced video on food insecurity earned a top nomination and highlighted the impact of real-world storytelling. (photo submitted)

OSKALOOSA, Iowa – The video plays for just over three minutes, but behind it lies nearly 40 hours of student work. For two seniors in…

May 5 2026 / Comments Off on Oskaloosa Students Earn Regional Recognition for Video Highlighting Food Insecurity / Read More »
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 »
Agendas and Minutes Mahaska County Courthouse

Summary of the Mahaska County Board of Supervisors Meeting Agenda (November 18, 2024)

The Mahaska County Board of Supervisors will hold a meeting on Monday, November 18, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. in the third-floor conference room of the Mahaska County Courthouse, Oskaloosa, Iowa. The meeting will be live-streamed with…

Nov 16 2024 / Read More »
Events CENTRAL EMPIRE WRESTLING RETURNS TO OTTUMWA!

CENTRAL EMPIRE WRESTLING RETURNS TO OTTUMWA!

BRIDGE CITY SLAM VIII SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2026 Ottumwa, Iowa (April 7, 2026) – Experience the attitude and excitement of live professional wrestling when Central Empire Wrestling (CEW) returns to the Bridge View Center for Bridge…

Apr 10 2026 / Read More »
Local Sports Ryan Timms and the Liebig Racing #10 Team took the feature win Saturday at Knoxville. (submitted photo)

Ryan Timms Wins Thriller in Front of Packed Knoxville Grandstand!

Kade Higday Cruises to 360 Win; Luke Lane Leads the Distance in Pros by Bill Wright KNOXVILLE, Iowa (May 2, 2026) – Knoxville Raceway fans had to wait a couple of weeks, but they packed the…

May 4 2026 / Read More »
Clubs and Organizations The Rotary Club of Oskaloosa and the Oskaloosa Eagles Auxiliary 276 worked together this holiday season to help families in Mahaska County enjoy a full Christmas meal. (photo provided)

Eagles Auxiliary Helps Rotary Christmas Food Baskets Feed Hundreds in Mahaska County

The Rotary Club of Oskaloosa and the Oskaloosa Eagles Auxiliary 276 worked together this holiday season to help families in Mahaska County enjoy a full Christmas meal. The Rotary Christmas Food Basket project has been running…

Dec 5 2025 / Read More »
Education Oskaloosa School Administration

Fuel Up & Give Back to Support Oskaloosa Community School District

From March 1 to June 30, AGRILAND FS will donate 3¢ for every gallon of fuel sold at their Oskaloosa FAST STOP location to the Oskaloosa Community School District. (OSKALOOSA, IA) March 1, 2025 – Oskaloosa…

Mar 1 2026 / Read More »
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Fareway Earns First-Ever Prometheus Award for Technology Leadership

JOHNSTON, IA — Fareway Stores, Inc. celebrated a major milestone this week after earning its first-ever Prometheus Award at the 2025 ceremony hosted by the Technology Association of Iowa. The honor marks a new chapter for…

Nov 14 2025 / Read More »
Lifestyle Certified Nurse Midwife Scotlan Peterson, MSN, CNM, ARNP

Mahaska Health Welcomes Certified Nurse Midwife Scotlan Peterson

Mahaska Health is pleased to welcome Certified Nurse Midwife Scotlan Peterson, MSN, CNM, ARNP, to the Women’s Health team, expanding access to obstetric and women’s health care for patients across the region. Scotlan Peterson provides comprehensive…

Apr 2 2026 / Read More »

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