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Statesmen Sixth in NAIA’s Fourth Rating »

Oskaloosa–The William Penn men’s lacrosse team is right in the mix heading into its toughest stretch of the campaign as the NAIA released its fourth top-10 poll Wednesday. WPU (8-1,…

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WPU Holds at No. 9 Entering Postseason »

Oskaloosa–The William Penn men’s volleyball team sits in a solid spot nationally entering postseason competition as the NAIA released its fifth top-15 poll Wednesday. William Penn (18-6, 14-5 Heart) has…

Apr 10 2026 / Comments Off on WPU Holds at No. 9 Entering Postseason / Read More »
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OSKALOOSA HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCES PROM COURT 2026 »

Back row: (Left to right) Javion Reeves, Tate Peterson, Mason Muir, Trey Parks, Blake Herny Front row: (Left to right) Taylor Roorda, Ana Boosalis, Emily Rice, Karley Armstrong, Tierney Carter

OSKALOOSA, IOWA — The Oskaloosa Student Council is excited to announce the annual Oskaloosa High School prom, themed “A Night…

Apr 10 2026 / Comments Off on OSKALOOSA HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCES PROM COURT 2026 / Read More »

As U.S. Catholic conversions grow, experts point to multiple drivers »

The Diocese of Des Moines saw 400 people join the Catholic Church this Easter as conversions to the religion grow. Shown here is St. Ambrose Cathedral in Des Moines. (Photo by Kathie Obradovich/Iowa Capital Dispatch)

by Brooklyn Draisey, Iowa Capital Dispatch April 8, 2026 Catholic churches and organizations across Iowa and the U.S. are seeing…

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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…

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Iowa’s Labor Force Participation Grows to 67.9 Percent; Unemployment Steady at 3.4 Percent »

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DES MOINES, IOWA – Iowa added 6,400 jobs and increased its Labor Force Participation Rate to 67.9 percent in January.…

Apr 10 2026 / Comments Off on Iowa’s Labor Force Participation Grows to 67.9 Percent; Unemployment Steady at 3.4 Percent / Read More »
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OSKALOOSA GIRLS TRACK EARNS THREE WINS AT OSKY RELAYS »

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OSKALOOSA, Iowa — The Oskaloosa girls track and field team competed Tuesday night at the Osky Relays, taking advantage of a break in the weather to turn in a strong performance with three first-place finishes. Rain held off long enough for most of the meet…

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OSKALOOSA BOYS TRACK SHOWS GROWTH AT 98TH OSKY RELAYS DESPITE RAIN »

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OSKALOOSA, Iowa — The Oskaloosa boys track and field team competed Thursday night at the 98th Osky Relays, battling through rainy conditions while continuing to show improvement early in the season. Rain fell on and off throughout the meet, with heavier rain arriving during the…

Apr 10 2026 / Comments Off on OSKALOOSA BOYS TRACK SHOWS GROWTH AT 98TH OSKY RELAYS DESPITE RAIN / Read More »

OSKALOOSA VARSITY GOLF OPENS SEASON AT ALBIA »

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ALBIA, Iowa — The Oskaloosa varsity boys golf team opened its season Monday at Albia Country Club, turning in a solid early performance while gaining experience for the rest of the year. Linus Morrison led the Indians with a round of 38, setting the pace…

Apr 10 2026 / Comments Off on OSKALOOSA VARSITY GOLF OPENS SEASON AT ALBIA / Read More »

OSKALOOSA HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCES PROM COURT 2026 »

Back row: (Left to right) Javion Reeves, Tate Peterson, Mason Muir, Trey Parks, Blake Herny Front row: (Left to right) Taylor Roorda, Ana Boosalis, Emily Rice, Karley Armstrong, Tierney Carter

OSKALOOSA, IOWA — The Oskaloosa Student Council is excited to announce the annual Oskaloosa High School prom, themed “A Night of Chance,” scheduled for Saturday, April 11, 2026. The promenade, which is open to the public, will commence at 5:30 PM in the large Oskaloosa…

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Statesmen Sixth in NAIA’s Fourth Rating »

William Penn Athletics

Oskaloosa–The William Penn men’s lacrosse team is right in the mix heading into its toughest stretch of the campaign as the NAIA released its fourth top-10 poll Wednesday. WPU (8-1, 5-0 Heart), which has won seven in a row, was dropped to No. 6 with…

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WPU Holds at No. 9 Entering Postseason »

William Penn Athletics

Oskaloosa–The William Penn men’s volleyball team sits in a solid spot nationally entering postseason competition as the NAIA released its fifth top-15 poll Wednesday. William Penn (18-6, 14-5 Heart) has jumped up one spot to No. 9 in the nation with 58 points. The navy…

Apr 10 2026 / Comments Off on WPU Holds at No. 9 Entering Postseason / Read More »

Central salvages softball split at Nebraska Wesleyan »

Central Dutch Athletics

LINCOLN, NEBRASKA – Emma Anderson’s (sophomore, left fielder, Forest City) fifth-inning double sparked the Central College softball team to a 2-1 win over Nebraska Wesleyan University Wednesday. The Dutch (17-3, 1-1 American Rivers Conference) fell 5-1 against the Prairie Wolves (10-14, 2-2 conference) in the…

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WARRIORS DROP TWO LEAGUE GAMES TO SOUTHEASTERN »

Indian Hills Athletics

April 08, 2026 Ottumwa, IA – The Indian Hills Softball team suffered a pair of Iowa Community College Athletic Conference (ICCAC) losses at R.L. Hellyer Field on Wednesday, dropping both ends of the doubleheader vs. Southeastern Community College 8-2 and 6-3. The Warriors fall to…

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Hemphill Wins Third-Team All-America Honors »

William Penn Athletics

Oskaloosa–Amerie Hemphill (Fr., Clinton, Ill., Kinesiology) earned postseason recognition recently as the NAIA announced its 2026 Competitive Dance All-America teams. Hemphill was named to the Third Team, garnering the second All-America award in William Penn history. The All-America teams were judged by the All-America Committee,…

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Palain Wins First Career Golfer of the Week Laurel »

William Penn Athletics

Oskaloosa–Mario Palain (Fr., Zaragoza, Spain, Business Management) carded three strong scores last week, and for his efforts he was named Heart of America Athletic Conference Men’s Golfer of the Week Monday. The freshman collected his first career award after leading William Penn to a top-half…

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OSKALOOSA GIRLS TRACK EARNS THREE WINS AT OSKY RELAYS »

Oskaloosa Indians

OSKALOOSA, Iowa — The Oskaloosa girls track and field team competed Tuesday night at the Osky Relays, taking advantage of a break in the weather…

Apr 10 2026 / Comments Off on OSKALOOSA GIRLS TRACK EARNS THREE WINS AT OSKY RELAYS / 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 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…

Sep 1 2025 / 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 »
Local Businesses Fareway Meat & Grocery logo

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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