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Three Receive All-Heart Accolades »

Oskaloosa–A trio of William Penn women’s bowlers were recognized for postseason awards as the 2025-2026 all-Heart of America Athletic Conference teams were announced Sunday, presented by Athletic Solutions and Baron.…

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Piet Again Earns First-Team Laurel »

Oskaloosa–Aidan Piet (Jr., Meridian, Idaho, Business Management) represented the William Penn men’s bowling team on the postseason list as the 2025-2026 all-Heart of America Athletic Conference teams were announced Sunday,…

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MANAGER ISSUES »

Oskaloosa Quakers baseball team picture. (archive image)

by Mike Comfort The first month of the 1905 season was highlighted by two different managerial controversies which struck two…

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KNOWING THE WARNING SIGNS AND RISK FACTORS CAN SAVE LIVES »

John Pargulski, DO is Board certified by the Cardiovascular Disease Board and has earned certifications in Echocardiography, Nuclear Cardiology, Vascular Ultrasound interpretation, and Angiography.

OSKALOOSA — Heart disease does not affect everyone the same way, and providers say understanding personal risk is just as…

Feb 25 2026 / Comments Off on KNOWING THE WARNING SIGNS AND RISK FACTORS CAN SAVE LIVES / Read More »

Iowa Senate passes bills allowing firearms in certain government-run spaces »

A row of Colt handguns on display at the NRA’s Great American Outdoor Show at the Farm Show complex in Harrisburg, on Feb. 11, 2026. (Photo by Tim Lambert/Pennsylvania Capital-Star)

by Robin Opsahl, Iowa Capital Dispatch February 24, 2026 The Iowa Senate passed two measures Tuesday expanding where firearms can…

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Federal authorities take big steps to rein in drug middlemen »

Mahaska Drug

by Marty Schladen, Iowa Capital Dispatch February 23, 2026 Federal authorities in recent weeks have taken huge steps aimed at…

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Three Receive All-Heart Accolades »

William Penn Athletics

Oskaloosa–A trio of William Penn women’s bowlers were recognized for postseason awards as the 2025-2026 all-Heart of America Athletic Conference teams were announced Sunday, presented by Athletic Solutions and Baron. Ashley Gorman (So., Stillwater, Minn., Exercise Science) was named to the five-person second team, while…

Mar 1 2026 / Comments Off on Three Receive All-Heart Accolades / Read More »

Piet Again Earns First-Team Laurel »

William Penn Athletics

Oskaloosa–Aidan Piet (Jr., Meridian, Idaho, Business Management) represented the William Penn men’s bowling team on the postseason list as the 2025-2026 all-Heart of America Athletic Conference teams were announced Sunday, presented by Athletic Solutions and Baron. Piet was named to the five-person first squad. The…

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West’s Field Athlete of the Meet Award Tops WPU’s All-Heart List »

William Penn Athletics

Oskaloosa–Xzavion West (Sr., Guthrie, Ky., Psychology) used two dominant performances to earn special recognition as the Heart of America Athletic Conference announced its top indoor track and field awards and all-league honorees Monday, presented by Athletic Solutions and Baron. West was lauded as the Heart…

Mar 1 2026 / Comments Off on West’s Field Athlete of the Meet Award Tops WPU’s All-Heart List / Read More »

Three Earn All-Heart Honors for Performances at Championship »

William Penn Athletics

Oskaloosa–Three William Penn women’s track and field athletes collected postseason recognition as the Heart of America Athletic Conference announced its top awards and all-league honorees Monday, presented by Athletic Solutions and Baron. Three Statesmen picked up laurels as they helped WPU to eighth place at…

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Ogunsanya Earns Second POW Honor of Season »

William Penn Athletics

Oskaloosa–Christianah Ogunsanya (So., Akure, Nigeria, Kinesiology) parlayed a big win over a highly-ranked foe into being named Heart of America Athletic Conference Women’s Wrestler of the Week Monday, presented by Musco Lighting. Ogunsanya earned her second accolade of the season (fourth of her career) after…

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Statesmen Surge Past Benedictine, Advance to Heart Semifinals »

William Penn Athletics

Oskaloosa–The William Penn men’s basketball team punched its ticket to the Heart Championship semifinals with an 88-73 victory over No. 7-seeded Benedictine College in quarterfinal action Tuesday night inside Penn Gym. The second-seeded Statesmen (23-6) will now face No. 3 seed Grand View Friday at…

Mar 1 2026 / Comments Off on Statesmen Surge Past Benedictine, Advance to Heart Semifinals / Read More »

Statesmen Earn Run-Rule Win Over Trojans »

William Penn Athletics

Oskaloosa — The Statesmen baseball (7-2) team took advantage of the 10-run rule in its 15-4 win over Hannibal-LaGrange (3-6) in non-conference action Tuesday. The contest that was originally scheduled for nine runs was finished in eight due to the 10-run mercy rule. The navy…

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MANAGER ISSUES »

Oskaloosa Quakers baseball team picture. (archive image)

by Mike Comfort The first month of the 1905 season was highlighted by two different managerial controversies which struck two different teams with different results. Waterloo had struggled out of the gate and was stuck in the middle of the standings for much of the…

Feb 25 2026 / Comments Off on MANAGER ISSUES / Read More »

NO. 2 WARRIORS CAP UNBEATEN ICCAC SLATE »

Indian Hills Athletics

February 24, 2026 Ottumwa, IA – In its first game as the No. 2 ranked team in the nation, Indian Hills Men’s Basketball rolled past Marshalltown Community College 94-71 at the Hellyer Center on Tuesday night. The win capped an undefeated Iowa Community College Athletic…

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Beavers run away from Dutch in women’s basketball tournament quarterfinal »

Central Dutch Athletics

STORM LAKE – After playing a tight game for three quarter, Buena Vista University turned it in in the final period for a 78-68 win over the Central College women’s basketball team in the American Rivers Conference tournament quarterfinal. Central concludes is season at 12-14…

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Freshman Boys Finish Season Strong With Road Win at Burlington »

Oskaloosa Indians

The Oskaloosa freshman boys basketball team closed its season last night with a hard-fought win at Burlington, ending the year on a high note after…

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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…

Nov 16 2024 / Read More »
Events Oskaloosa Community Schools Home Of The Indians

Community Invited to Coffee & Conversations Highlighting Oskaloosa Schools

What: Coffee & Conversations – Oskaloosa Schools Community Event When: Saturday, February 7, 2026 • 8:30 AM Where: Smokey Row Coffee Who: Oskaloosa Schools leadership, students, educators, and community members Oskaloosa Schools will host an Oskaloosa…

Feb 4 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 The Iowa Capitol

Iowa Senate sends K-12 funding package to governor’s desk

by Robin Opsahl, Iowa Capital Dispatch February 23, 2026 The Iowa Senate sent legislation to the governor’s desk Monday for the state’s per-pupil funding for Iowa K-12 schools for the 2026-2027 year. Senate File 2201 was…

Feb 25 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 John Pargulski, DO is Board certified by the Cardiovascular Disease Board and has earned certifications in Echocardiography, Nuclear Cardiology, Vascular Ultrasound interpretation, and Angiography.

KNOWING THE WARNING SIGNS AND RISK FACTORS CAN SAVE LIVES

OSKALOOSA — Heart disease does not affect everyone the same way, and providers say understanding personal risk is just as important as healthy habits. Men and women can experience heart problems differently. Men are more likely…

Feb 25 2026 / Read More »

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