Iola’s burgeoning reputation for its trails has notched another prize.The publishers of “Kansas Trail Guide” have declared Iola the Kansas Top Trail Town 2017.The designation was announced Thursday at kansastrailguide.com.Iola won overwhelmingly in an online…

There’s still no telling how many runners will show up for an upcoming late-night jaunt through Iola Saturday.The first-ever Backwards Bomber 5K — a derivative of the now-defunct Charley Melvin Run — will kick off…

Ken Lott made it abundantly clear to Allen County commissioners Tuesday morning he thinks brush and other debris wedged against the Marsh Arch bridge over the Neosho River at the east edge of Humboldt is…

Former Bronson resident Mary Katherine Werner, 99, died Friday, July 7, 2017, at Newton Presbyterian Manor in Newton.Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

Robert E. “Bob” Swift, 87, Colony, passed away Monday, July 10, 2017, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City, Mo.He was born March 3, 1931, in Matfield Green, to Fred and Jenny Swift. He met…

James Callahan Olson, beloved husband, was called to his eternal resting place on July 2, 2017.  He entered into this world on Dec. 11, 1932 in Chanute, born to David and Lenora Olson.He was preceded…

To the Allen County community,All communities impact their residents in a multitude of ways. People may find comfort in memories, security in opportunities, or purpose in heritage, but so many of the benefits we experience…

PeeWee League SemifinalsCLO 9, Fast Lube 1Fast Lube1B – Grady Dougherty.CLO1B – Jaedon Granere 2, Jordy Kaufman 2. 2B – Easton Weseloh. 3B – Nick Bauer 2. HR – Mathew Drago. A&W 5, Iola Pharmacy…

ST. LOUIS, Mo. — Iola’s brightest star from spring’s track and field season has continued with a highly successful summer season.Iola sophomore Elysia Kunkler will be headed to Lawrence July 25-31 for the Junior Olympics…

Former Bronson resident Mary Katherine Warner, 99, died Friday, July 7, 2017, at Newton Presbyterian Manor in Newton.Funeral arrangements will be announced later.