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Oskaloosa, Iowa Patch AM: a 4 min readCoffee in hand, Oskaloosa? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Oskaloosa food drive pairs helping neighbors with William Penn tickets
- Oskaloosa cuts parks director and library position amid budget shortfall
- Remembering Oskaloosa native Rev. Dr. John Elmer Hiemstra
Also on today's calendar: Mom's Turn for Recess at Brushed by Jude and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What are the two sides of a circle? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: Breezy and cooler, with a high of 60 and low of 35 degrees.
- Thursday: Cooler with clouds and sun, temps: high: 45, low: 29.
- Friday: Partly sunny, with a high of 46 and low of 26 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. William Penn University, Bank Iowa, and United Way of Mahaska County Partner to Support Oskaloosa Food Banks and Local Families – KBOE 104.9FM Hot Country (kboeradio.com) — Oskaloosa residents can help stock local food programs throughout November by donating at Bank Iowa, United Way or designated William Penn home games, starting November 14. Bank Iowa accepts approved child-friendly items for the Take-Along Program, while United Way collects broader food donations. Donors at either location may request complimentary regular-season home athletic tickets. 
2. Oskaloosa Announces Elimination of Full-Time Positions, Other Budget Reductions to Address Shortfall – KBOE 104.9FM Hot Country (kboeradio.com) — Oskaloosa is eliminating its parks and recreation director and a library assistant position as it faces a projected $500,000–$600,000 budget shortfall. The cuts follow roughly $250,000 in identified non-personnel savings and a hiring freeze on a vacant police position. City officials say reduced staffing will affect operations and service delivery.
3. Rev. Dr. John Elmer Hiemstra (ottumwaradio.com) — Oskaloosa native Rev. Dr. John Elmer Hiemstra will be remembered at a funeral Saturday, November 14, at 11:30 a.m. at Bates Funeral Chapel. Raised on a farm outside town, he became a national Reformed Church leader and helped organize support for workers affected by the September 11 attacks.
4. New Oskaloosa Nonprofit Aims to Empower Youth (ottumwaradio.com) — Oskaloosa first responders are starting Fighting Forward, a nonprofit that will pair boxing and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with mentorship for teenagers facing personal challenges. Planned weekly activities will teach emotional regulation, accountability and goal-setting alongside physical training. The organization is preparing to launch, with updates available through its Facebook page.
5. Grady Kennedy Headlines Oskaloosa Football All-District Selections – KBOE 104.9FM Hot Country (kboeradio.com) — Ten Oskaloosa football players earned all-district honors, with senior Grady Kennedy the Indians' lone first-team selection. Kennedy played center, defensive tackle and long snapper despite missing multiple games with a knee injury. Four teammates made the second team, and five received honorable mentions in Class 4A District 4.
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City Council Regular Meeting Session →
Council Chambers, Oskaloosa
6:00 pm
Monday November 16
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Other local events
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All Ages Program @ Your Library
Oskaloosa Public Library, 301 South Market Street, Oskaloosa
4:00 pm -
Builders Club @ Your Library
Oskaloosa Public Library, 301 South Market Street, Oskaloosa
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Mom's Turn for Recess at Brushed by Jude →
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6:00 pm -
Teen Program - Pokemon Trivia
Oskaloosa Public Library, 301 South Market Street, Oskaloosa
5:00 pm -
Character Story Time @Your Library
Oskaloosa Public Library, 301 South Market Street, Oskaloosa
10:30 am -
SPECIAL PROGRAM-Monthly Wellness
Oskaloosa Public Library, 301 South Market Street, Oskaloosa
11:30 am -
All Ages Program @ Your Library
Oskaloosa Public Library, 301 South Market Street, Oskaloosa
4:00 pm -
Historic Preservation Commission →
City Hall, Oskaloosa
12:00 pm -
Turn on the Lights →
Oskaloosa City Square, Oskaloosa
5:00 pm -
Library Board of Trustees →
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4:00 pm -
Board of Adjustment →
City Council Chambers, 2nd Floor, City Hall, 220 South Market Street, Oskaloosa
5:00 pm
Thursday November 12
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What are the two sides of a circle?" — The inside and the outside ! (Thank you James M. for sending it in!)
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