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Dutch bag women’s soccer road win at Illinois College »

JACKSONVILLE, ILL. – The Central College women’s soccer team traveled to Jacksonville, Illinois to take on Illinois College on Wednesday and continued its winning ways with a 2-0 victory backed…

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Buena Vista Outlasts Grinnell in Five Sets »

GRINNELL, Iowa — September 10, 2025 Buena Vista defeated Grinnell College 3–2 in women’s volleyball at Darby Gymnasium. The Beavers won by set scores of 15–25, 25–23, 25–21, 23–25, and…

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Oskaloosa’s Kim Dixon Installed as President of American Legion Auxiliary of Iowa »

Kim Dixon

OSKALOOSA, Iowa — Leadership in Iowa’s veterans community has taken on a distinctly local flavor this year. On July 20,…

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Oskaloosa Prepares for November City and School Elections »

2024 Mahaska County Iowa ballot

September 18, 2025 OSKALOOSA, Iowa — The upcoming November 4, 2025, City/School Election will put both Oskaloosa City Council seats…

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Kargol Files Federal Lawsuit Against Oskaloosa Schools »

U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Iowa

September 18, 2025 One day after his contract was terminated, former Oskaloosa High School art teacher Matthew Kargol filed a…

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Oskaloosa School Board Terminates High School Art Teacher Matthew Kargol »

Oskaloosa Community School Board

September 17, 2025 The Oskaloosa Community School District Board of Directors voted Wednesday evening to terminate the continuing contract of…

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Mount Pleasant Hands Oskaloosa 34–20 Loss Despite Late Indian Rally »

Oskaloosa quarterback Tyler Edgar scrambles from Mt. Pleasant defenders on Friday night.

OSKALOOSA — A furious fourth-quarter push wasn’t enough to erase three quarters of frustration for the Oskaloosa Indians on Friday night. Mount Pleasant built a commanding halftime lead and held on for a 34–20 victory at Statesmen Community Stadium. Mount Pleasant (3–0) jumped ahead early…

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Dutch bag women’s soccer road win at Illinois College »

Central Dutch Athletics

JACKSONVILLE, ILL. – The Central College women’s soccer team traveled to Jacksonville, Illinois to take on Illinois College on Wednesday and continued its winning ways with a 2-0 victory backed by a strong performance from the junior class. After a scoreless first half the Dutch…

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Buena Vista Outlasts Grinnell in Five Sets »

Grinnell College

GRINNELL, Iowa — September 10, 2025 Buena Vista defeated Grinnell College 3–2 in women’s volleyball at Darby Gymnasium. The Beavers won by set scores of 15–25, 25–23, 25–21, 23–25, and 15–9. Grinnell totaled 62 kills with a .154 hitting percentage, while Buena Vista recorded 70…

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Carleton Defeats Grinnell 4–2 »

Grinnell College

GRINNELL, Iowa — September 10, 2025 Carleton earned a 4–2 win over Grinnell College in men’s soccer at Springer Field. Grinnell opened the scoring in the 25th minute when Emmett Krez found the net with an assist from Samuel Gojjam. Carleton responded less than three…

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Franco, Statesmen Claim Crowns at Missouri Valley Invite »

William Penn University Athletics

Marshall, Mo.–Gabriana Franco (Sr., Tracy, Calif., Exercise Science) opened her final collegiate campaign on top of the leaderboard as the William Penn women’s golf team won the Missouri Valley Invitational Monday and Tuesday. WPU was first out of seven teams with a three-round score of…

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William Penn Shuts Out Clarke with First-Half Attack »

William Penn University Athletics

Dubuque–The No. 5 William Penn men’s soccer team earned a 2-0 win over Clarke in Heart of America Athletic Conference action Tuesday evening. The Statesmen (3-1-2, 1-0-1 Heart) finished with a narrow 13-11 edge in total shots and held an 8-6 advantage in attempts on…

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William Penn Cruises Past Graceland »

William Penn University Athletics

Lamoni–The William Penn women’s volleyball team bounced back from a tough weekend, sweeping Graceland 3-0 in Heart of America Athletic Conference play Tuesday. WPU (12-5, 2-0 Heart) defeated the Yellowjackets (4-10, 0-3 Heart) by scores of 25-20, 26-24, 25-12, led by outhitting Graceland .252-.028. After…

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Statesmen Take Sixth in Season Opener »

William Penn University Athletics

Marshall, Mo.–The William Penn men’s golf team had a solid showing, placing sixth in the Missouri Valley Invitational to open the 2025-2026 campaign Monday and Tuesday. WPU posted a three-round score of 875 (294-287-294) at the par-72 Indian Foothills Golf Course. Missouri Valley took first…

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EBF Volleyball Falls in Straight Sets to Knoxville in SCC Match »

Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont

KNOXVILLE, Iowa — Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont battled through three competitive sets Tuesday night but came up short against Knoxville, falling 20-25, 19-25, 22-25 in South Central Conference play. The Rockets stayed within reach throughout the match, challenging Knoxville in every set. Lacey Taylor led the attack with…

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Kaulig Weekly Preview Bristol Motor Speedway »

Kaulig Weekly Preview Bristol Motor Speedway

Race to Stop Suicide As part of his continued efforts to recognize Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, Daniel Dye delivered Race to Stop Suicide bracelets to team haulers and media members at World Wide Technology Raceway. Established in 2018, Race to Stop Suicide’s mission is to…

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Mount Pleasant Hands Oskaloosa 34–20 Loss Despite Late Indian Rally »

Oskaloosa quarterback Tyler Edgar scrambles from Mt. Pleasant defenders on Friday night.

OSKALOOSA — A furious fourth-quarter push wasn’t enough to erase three quarters of frustration for the Oskaloosa Indians on Friday night. Mount Pleasant built 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 »
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…

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Events Youth Outdoor Field Day

Youth Outdoor Field Day Returns to Russell Wildlife Area September 13

The Youth Outdoor Field Day event is an annual family favorite! Mahaska County Conservation and many other local organizations are offering a wide range of outdoor activities for kids and their families to enjoy. This year’s…

Sep 10 2025 / Read More »
Local Sports Austin McCarl Caps Season Title With Victory at Knoxville!

Austin McCarl Caps Season Title With Victory at Knoxville!

Kade Higday is a First Time Winner in Randall Roofing 360’s; Rookie Luke Lane Goes Wire to Wire in Pro Sprints By Bill Wright KNOXVILLE, Iowa (August 23, 2025) – Austin McCarl celebrated his fourth career…

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Clubs and Organizations Mahaska Chamber and Development 100 years.

Mahaska Chamber Celebrates 100 years as a Chamber of Commerce

The Mahaska Chamber & Development Group is celebrating 100 years of being a member of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce—August 30, 1924 to August 30, 2024. There will be an open house on Friday, August 30,…

Aug 23 2024 / Read More »
Education Kindergarten students at Oskaloosa Elementary work in small groups during a literacy block, supported by a team of educators who rotate into the classroom to provide individualized instruction. The collaborative model is credited with dramatic gains in reading proficiency.

Literacy Leap in Little Learners

Oskaloosa Elementary Sees Literacy Soar with New Teaching Model OSKALOOSA, Iowa — At Oskaloosa Elementary School, reallocating an additional educator from pulling students out of the classroom to pushing extra teachers into the classroom has led…

May 13 2025 / Read More »
Local Businesses MidWestOne Bank

The MidWestOne Foundation Awards Grants to Support Community Initiatives

IOWA CITY, Iowa (April 25, 2025) – MidWestOne Financial Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: MOFG) (the “Company”), parent company of MidWestOne Bank (the “Bank”), awarded 15 grants totaling $160,000 that will support local communities in which we serve,…

Apr 26 2025 / Read More »
Lifestyle Health screenings were a major part of Mahaska Health Men’s Health and Tractor Ride on Saturday.

Mahaska Health Invites Community to 6th Annual Men’s Health Event and Tractor Ride

Mahaska Health is excited to invite the community to its 6th Annual Men’s Health Event and Tractor Ride. Each year, Mahaska Health recognizes June as National Men’s Health Month, by providing an opportunity for community members…

Jun 13 2025 / Read More »

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