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STORM LAKE – For the fourth season in a row, the Central College women’s cross country team was the runner-up at the American Rivers Conference Championships Saturday. Central totaled 49…

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Dutch volleyball team defeated by Beavers »

PELLA – Starting strong with a decisive first set win, the Central College volleyball team succumbed to Buena Vista University in four sets Saturday. The Dutch (14-12, 1-5 American Rivers…

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Oskaloosa City Council to Discuss New Revenue Options, Airport Project and Property Taxes November 2nd »

Oskaloosa City Hall

OSKALOOSA, Iowa — The Oskaloosa City Council will meet Monday, November 2nd, at 6 p.m. in the Council Chambers at…

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Mahaska County Supervisors to Discuss Data Center Ordinance, County Budgets and Building Improvements November 2nd »

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OSKALOOSA, Iowa — The Mahaska County Board of Supervisors will meet Monday, November 2nd, at 9 a.m. in the third-floor…

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Iowa Insurance Division Recovers Over $3 Million in Stolen Cryptocurrency in Major Senior Financial Exploitation Case »

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DES MOINES, Iowa — The Iowa Insurance Division has recovered more than $3 million in stolen cryptocurrency belonging to an…

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Community Partnerships Make New Fishing Dock Possible at Russell Wildlife Area »

Eagle Scout Matthew Phillips (center) joins community partners on the newly completed fishing dock at Pond 1 in Russell Wildlife Area. The Cargill-Eddyville team contributed $6,000 toward the project, which was completed through Phillips' Eagle Scout efforts with support from the Friends of Mahaska County Conservation and the local Scouting community. The new dock provides additional fishing opportunities for residents and visitors to Mahaska County.

Eagle Scout Project Highlights the Power of Community Collaboration and Investment in Outdoor Recreation OSKALOOSA, IOWA – A new fishing…

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Central men runner-up at league cross country meet »

Central Dutch Athletics

STORM LAKE – For the fourth season in a row, the Central College women’s cross country team was the runner-up at the American Rivers Conference Championships Saturday. Central totaled 49 points to finish second in the eight-team field. Wartburg College was the team champion with…

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Dutch volleyball team defeated by Beavers »

Central Dutch Athletics

PELLA – Starting strong with a decisive first set win, the Central College volleyball team succumbed to Buena Vista University in four sets Saturday. The Dutch (14-12, 1-5 American Rivers Conference) cruised past the Beavers in the opening set, to the tune of a 25-16…

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Oskaloosa’s Lane Smith Earns First Team All-State Honors with Historic Ninth-Place Finish »

Oskaloosa Indians

FORT DODGE, Iowa — Oskaloosa High School cross country runner Lane Smith made school history Saturday, October 31st, finishing ninth at the Class 3A Boys State Cross Country Championships and earning First Team All-State honors. Smith completed the five-kilometer course at Lakeside Municipal Golf Course…

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Loras squeaks past Central men’s soccer team »

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DUBUQUE – A penalty kick set up the only goal of the match as Loras College defeated the Central College men’s soccer team 1-0 Saturday afternoon. Central (5-7-4) bows out of the American Rivers Conference tournament and Loras (12-3-2) advances to the semifinals. A foul…

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Jake Lu Scores Twice as Grinnell College Shuts Out Cornell 3-0 in Men’s Soccer »

Grinnell College

GRINNELL, Iowa — Jake Lu scored two goals and added an assist as Grinnell College defeated Cornell College 3-0 in men’s soccer Saturday, October 31st, at Springer Field. The Pioneers scored twice in the opening half and added another goal after halftime to secure the…

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Blowout win for Central women in league soccer quarterfinals »

Central Dutch Athletics

PELLA – A four-goal outburst paired with another shutout propelled the Central College women’s soccer team to a 4-0 win over Nebraska Wesleyan University in the American Rivers Conference tournament quarterfinals Saturday. Central (13-2-2) started the scoring at the 37:59 mark with an unassisted Olivia…

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Leonard and Sullivan Lead Grinnell College Volleyball Past Lake Forest in Four Sets »

Grinnell College

GRINNELL, Iowa — Millie Leonard recorded a match-high 18 kills, while Keira Sullivan added 12 kills and seven serving aces as Grinnell College defeated Lake Forest College 3-1 in women’s volleyball Saturday, October 31st, at Darby Gymnasium. The Pioneers won the opening two sets 25-21…

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WARRIORS REPEAT AS REGION RUNNERS-UP »

Indian Hills Athletics

October 30, 2026 Ottumwa, IA – For the second consecutive year, the Indian Hills Women’s Cross Country squad placed second overall at the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Region 11 Championship. All five individuals cracked the top-15 finishers for the Warriors. Freshman Aniqah Bailey…

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Crucial conference win for Central volleyball team »

Central Dutch Athletics

PELLA – Surviving a five-set thriller, the Central College volleyball team earned its first American Rivers Conference victory Friday night against Nebraska Wesleyan University. Central (14-11, 1-4 conference) won the first two sets 26-24, 25-23 but lost the next two by identical scores. The Dutch…

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WARRIORS MAKE HISTORY AT REGION CHAMPIONSHIP »

Indian Hills Athletics

October 30, 2026 Burlington, IA – The No. 19 nationally ranked Indian Hills Men’s Cross Country squad made history on Friday, finishing as runners-up at the 2026 National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) DI Men’s Cross Country Region 11 Championship, the program’s highest finish in…

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Oskaloosa’s Lane Smith Earns First Team All-State Honors with Historic Ninth-Place Finish »

Oskaloosa Indians

FORT DODGE, Iowa — Oskaloosa High School cross country runner Lane Smith made school history Saturday, October 31st, finishing ninth at the Class 3A Boys…

Nov 1 2026 / Comments Off on Oskaloosa’s Lane Smith Earns First Team All-State Honors with Historic Ninth-Place Finish / Read More »
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Letter To The Editor: The Fate of Our Country

As we approach this year’s crucial election, we face an important choice about our nation’s future. Voting for Democratic candidates is the most effective way to ensure a future built on shared prosperity, equality, and progress…

Oct 13 2026 / Read More »
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Oskaloosa City Council to Discuss New Revenue Options, Airport Project and Property Taxes November 2nd

OSKALOOSA, Iowa — The Oskaloosa City Council will meet Monday, November 2nd, at 6 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 220 South Market Street. Several important topics are on the agenda, including possible new…

Nov 1 2026 / Read More »
Events Love INC

Seventh Annual Mahaska Connect Set for Nov. 14

OSKALOOSA – Love In the Name of Christ of Mahaska County has set Saturday, Nov. 14 for the seventh annual Mahaska Connect event. This year’s theme is “Building a Foundation for your Future.” Mahaska Connect will…

Oct 18 2026 / Read More »
Local Sports Southern Iowa Speedway

Carter’s Claim Big Money At Musco Lighting Fall Challenge

by Jerry Mackey Oskaloosa, Iowa: The Musco Lighting Fall Challenge was shortened to a one day racing event following heavy rain that fell in Osklaoosa on Friday morning forcing the cancellation of the opening night of…

Oct 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 William Penn University

William Penn University Secures $35,000 Toward Collaborative Robotics System for Industrial Technology, Engineering Programs

OSKALOOSA, Iowa — William Penn University has received $35,000 in foundation grants toward a collaborative robot (cobot) system for its industrial technology and engineering programs, with a $25,000 grant from the Vermeer Charitable Foundation and $10,000…

Oct 11 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 A new University of Iowa exercise oncology clinic is working with cancer patients and survivors to help with their symptoms and health. (Stock photo via Getty Images)

New UI clinic pilots exercise treatments to improve health of cancer patients, survivors

by Brooklyn Draisey, Iowa Capital Dispatch October 16, 2026 When Casey Westlake had her first mammogram around a year ago, she was told everyone gets called back in. So when she was asked to stop by…

Oct 19 2026 / Read More »

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