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WARRIORS UPEND REIVERS ON SOPHOMORE DAY »

October 14, 2026 Ottumwa, IA – The No. 18 nationally ranked Indian Hills Men’s Soccer squad earned a 1-0 victory over Iowa Community College Athletic Conference (ICCAC) foe Iowa Western…

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William Penn Snaps Long Losing Streak to Missouri Valley »

Oskaloosa–For just the second time in program history, the Statesmen women’s soccer team came out on top against Missouri Valley, winning 1-0 in Heart of America Athletic Conference action Tuesday.…

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Social Security benefits increase will hit 3.6% in 2027 »

The Social Security Administration field office in Whitehall, Ohio. (Photo by Marty Schladen/Ohio Capital Journal.)

by States Newsroom staff, Iowa Capital Dispatch October 14, 2026 WASHINGTON — The Social Security Administration announced on Wednesday that…

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With drier weather, farmers make some progress on harvest »

Corn harvest near Prairie City, Iowa along Highway 163 on Oct. 6, 2026. (Photo by Cami Koons/Iowa Capital Dispatch)

by Cami Koons, Iowa Capital Dispatch October 13, 2026 After an incredibly wet September with just a handful of days…

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Iowa Crop Progress and Condition Report Oct. 5-11, 2026 »

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DES MOINES, Iowa (Oct. 13, 2026) – Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig commented on the Iowa Crop Progress and…

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Mahaska County Ranger Highlights Hunting Opportunities, Wildlife Conditions and Important Rules for 2026 Season »

This pair of deer was spotted within the city limits of Oskaloosa.

OSKALOOSA, Iowa – As fall hunting seasons begin across Iowa, Mahaska County Conservation wants to remind hunters and outdoor lovers…

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Oskaloosa Middle School Cross Country Teams Finish Sixth at Little Hawkeye Conference Meet »

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OSKALOOSA, Iowa — The Oskaloosa Middle School boys and girls cross country teams each earned sixth-place finishes at the Little Hawkeye Conference meet on Tuesday, October 13th, at Edmundson Park in Oskaloosa. Competing against some of the strongest middle school programs in the area, the…

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WARRIORS UPEND REIVERS ON SOPHOMORE DAY »

Indian Hills Athletics

October 14, 2026 Ottumwa, IA – The No. 18 nationally ranked Indian Hills Men’s Soccer squad earned a 1-0 victory over Iowa Community College Athletic Conference (ICCAC) foe Iowa Western Community College on Wednesday in a thriller at the IHCC Soccer Complex. The Warriors improve…

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Oskaloosa Eighth-Grade Volleyball Team Closes Season Against Knoxville »

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OSKALOOSA, Iowa — The Oskaloosa Middle School eighth-grade volleyball teams wrapped up their season with a home contest against Knoxville, highlighted by a two-set victory from the Indians’ A1 team. The A1 team swept Knoxville 21-15 and 21-19, while the A2 and B teams fell…

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Oskaloosa Seventh-Grade Volleyball Teams Close Season with Strong Performances Against Knoxville »

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OSKALOOSA, Iowa — The Oskaloosa Middle School seventh-grade volleyball teams finished their season with a strong showing against Knoxville, as three of the four Indian teams won four of their five sets. The A1, A2, and B1 teams each finished with 4-1 records, while the…

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William Penn Snaps Long Losing Streak to Missouri Valley »

William Penn Athletics

Oskaloosa–For just the second time in program history, the Statesmen women’s soccer team came out on top against Missouri Valley, winning 1-0 in Heart of America Athletic Conference action Tuesday. WPU (6-5-2, 3-4-2 Heart), which had not beaten the Vikings (3-6-4, 3-3-3 Heart) since 2017,…

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WPU Matches Missouri Valley 1-1 in Battle of Teams Tied for Second in Heart »

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Oskaloosa–The Statesmen men’s soccer team was stymied for much of Tuesday evening, but produced a late goal to come away with a 1-1 tie against Missouri Valley in Heart of America Athletic Conference action. With the result, No. 11 William Penn (7-0-6, 5-0-4 Heart) broke…

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William Penn Forces GVU into Fourth Set Before Succumbing to Defeat »

William Penn Athletics

Des Moines–Just as it did a month ago, the Statesmen women’s volleyball team took a set against its rival, but could not finish the deed in a 3-1 loss to Grand View in Heart of America Athletic Conference action Tuesday. WPU (11-15, 2-10 Heart), which…

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Dubuque overcomes Central in men’s soccer match »

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DUBUQUE – A hot start by the Central College men’s soccer team unraveled in a 5-2 loss at the University of Dubuque Tuesday night. Central slipped to 5-5-1 overall and 1-2-0 in the American Rivers Conference. Dubuque improved to 7-4-2 and 3-0-0 in the A-R-C.…

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Wild win for Central women’s soccer team »

Central Dutch Athletics

DUBUQUE – After a 3-0 halftime lead melted away, the Central College women’s soccer team found the last goal it needed for a 4-3 at the University of Dubuque Tuesday. Central (11-1-0, 3-0-0 American Rivers Conference) raced out an early lead against Dubuque (6-5-2, 2-1-0…

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Oskaloosa’s Lane Smith Earns All-Conference Honors at Little Hawkeye Cross Country Championships »

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OSKALOOSA, Iowa — Oskaloosa High School junior Lane Smith earned All-Conference honors Tuesday, October 13th, with a fifth-place finish at the Little Hawkeye Conference Cross Country Championships at Edmundson Park in Oskaloosa. Smith completed the boys’ 5,000-meter race in 16 minutes, 13 seconds, becoming the…

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Oskaloosa Middle School Cross Country Teams Finish Sixth at Little Hawkeye Conference Meet »

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OSKALOOSA, Iowa — The Oskaloosa Middle School boys and girls cross country teams each earned sixth-place finishes at the Little Hawkeye Conference meet on Tuesday,…

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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…

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MAHASKA COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS – July 6th, 2026

MAHASKA COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AGENDA NOTICE The Mahaska County Board of Supervisors will meet on Monday, July 6, 2026, at 9 a.m. in the third-floor conference room of the Mahaska County Courthouse, 106 South First…

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Events Mahaska County Conservation Looks Ahead to Fall Programs and Outdoor Activities

Mahaska County Conservation Plans Fall Wildlife Program and Halloween Bash

OSKALOOSA, Iowa – Mahaska County Conservation is hosting two fall events at the Evelyn Access Campground: an evening campfire program on Iowa wildlife and, later this month, the popular Halloween Bash. Laura DeCook, conservation naturalist for…

Oct 7 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 Dr. Holly Van de Voort, MD, FAAP

Mahaska Health Pediatrician Explains Why Consistent Care Matters as Children Grow

OSKALOOSA, Iowa — Pediatric care involves much more than treating sick children. In an interview with the Oskaloosa News, Holly Van de Voort, MD, FAAP, a pediatrician at Mahaska Health, talked about the importance of having…

Oct 11 2026 / Read More »

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