Former Iola area resident Alice “Arlene” Siefker, 87, of Salina died Thursday, Oct. 28, 2010.She was born April 29, 1923, in Blockton, Iowa, to W.S. and Alice (Finn) Albaugh. She attended school in Omaha, Neb.,…

For years, we have worked with Derek Schmidt in support of Kansas law enforcement.As Senate majority leader, Derek Schmidt has fought for legislation to protect cops, such as sentencing enhancements for criminals who wear ballistic…

Iola Industries has existed for over 50 years with its sole purpose being to attract, maintain and support jobs in Allen County. As a community, we have faced difficult times before and almost certainly will…

The race for Kansas secretary of state generally is not a campaign that we get overly excited about. This year is different, however, because Chris Biggs is one of the candidates for this office.Chris is…

Continuity has not been a big mainstay for Allen County Community College’s Red Devil women’s basketball program.The Red Devils open the 2010-2011 season with another new head coach, Marcus Hicks. They do have five possibly…

Allen County Community College’s Red Devil men’s basketball team heads into the 2010-2011 season with only one returning player from last season. They also have someone new but very familiar at the helm.Keevis Tukes is…

Today’s Register includes its annual advertising guide to area businesses and industries. The Business, Professional & Industrial guide is in its 20th year and features 145 merchants and manufacturers.Twenty years ago, we had 181 listings,…

Several years ago Rosemary Bass’ aunt and uncle moved to a new retirement community in California City, Calif.“They have wide streets, a golf course, real nice restaurants there,” Rosemary said.But no hospital.Her aunt, in good…

On behalf of the Iola FFA, I would like to thank the community and all of those who donated goods or worked to make our garage sale successful once again this year. I would like…

I have studied in depth whether to vote “Yes” or “No” on the hospital issue. I have read all the dialogue and made a list of pros and cons. To that list I have added…