Hills and Trainer to Step into Co-Principal Roles at OES
May 07, 2025
OSKALOOSA -- Big changes are bringing double the dedication to Oskaloosa Elementary School for the 2025-26 school year, as the district introduces a dynamic co-principal leadership model for the first time. Pending school board approval,…
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Oskaloosa City Council Approves 28E Joint Services Agreement with Mahaska County, Downtown Master Plan Updates
May 06, 2025
By Sam Parsons The Oskaloosa City Council held a regular meeting last night and authorized a 28E joint public service agreement with Mahaska County for the Southeast Connector Project. The 28E agreement that was approved…
Moulton Man Charged with Murder After Investigation
May 05, 2025
MOULTON – A Moulton man has been charged with murder after authorities found a man dead in the yard of a residence in Mystic. Authorities say that on Thursday (5/1) night, at around 9:14pm, deputies…
Oskaloosa Man Arrested After UTV Chase, Standoff Ends in Peaceful Resolution
May 02, 2025
OSKALOOSA – An Oskaloosa man is now facing several charges following a UTV chase and a standoff last weekend that ended peacefully. On April 26, 2025, at approximately 6:00 p.m., a member of the Oskaloosa…
OHS Mock Car Accident Simulates Real-Life Tragedies to Teach About the Dangers of Impaired, Distracted Driving
May 01, 2025
By Sam Parsons Oskaloosa High School hosted a mock car wreck this morning. The event simulated a car accident involving a drunk driver and a distracted driver, with the intent to raise awareness about the…
Knoxville Juvenile Charged After Making Threats to School
Apr 30, 2025
KNOXVILLE – A Knoxville juvenile now faces charges of threat of terrorism and harassment after Knoxville Police responded to a school threat on Friday afternoon that briefly had the school district on lockdown. Police say…
William Penn University Plants New Trees for Arbor Day and Tree Campus Recognition
Apr 29, 2025
OSKALOOSA -- On Friday, April 25th, William Penn University celebrated Arbor Day by planting bur oak, white oak, and pecan trees outside of Wilcox Library, a significant step in meeting the requirements for the Tree…
Central College Launches “A World Of Good” Comprehensive Campaign
Apr 29, 2025
PELLA -- Central College President Mark Putnam announced the public launch of “A World of Good.” The $50 million initiative aims to generate unprecedented support for scholarships and endowments for student experiences, academic innovation, community partnerships and long-term sustainability.…
Mahaska County Conservation Breaks Ground for Playscape Project
Apr 28, 2025
By Sam Parsons Mahaska County Conservation hosted the groundbreaking ceremony for their all-inclusive nature playscape and community area on Friday afternoon. Local officials and Mahaska County Conservation board members lined up with their shovels to…
Clow Valve Grant Fuels Growth of Oskaloosa High School Robotics Program
Apr 25, 2025
OSKALOOSA, Iowa — A $5,000 grant from Clow Valve is powering up the Oskaloosa High School robotics program, helping students build more robots, explore bold ideas, and connect directly with local industry leaders in automation.…