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…
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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.…
Rabedeaux to Step Down as William Penn AD, Remain at WPU in New Role
Apr 24, 2025
OSKALOOSA -- Aleesha Rabedeaux has announced she will step down as William Penn Athletics Director to pursue a new career opportunity within the University. Rabedeaux, who has served as AD since February 2024, will transition…
Oskaloosa School Board Approves Budget, Levy
Apr 23, 2025
By Sam Parsons The Oskaloosa Community School Board held a special meeting last night to conduct a public hearing on their certified budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The board approved a final property tax…
Oskaloosa City Council Appoints Mayor, Councilmember to SCRAA
Apr 22, 2025
By Sam Parsons The Oskaloosa City Council hosted a regular meeting last night and held public hearings to certify their budget for the upcoming fiscal year and adopt that budget and its accompanying levying tax.…
Oskaloosa High School Receives Grant Funding to Renovate Weight Room
Apr 21, 2025
OSKALOOSA -- A collaborative effort supported by generous contributions from multiple community partners is set to transform the Oskaloosa High School weight room into a safer, more functional training space for students and athletes across…