Month: June 2018
One of Iolas best-kept secrets the renovations going on at the Shannon Building on the courthouse square was unveiled Wednesday evening as Endless Summer, a family-style arcade center. About 20 invited guests were…
An extra $3.2 million can do a lot to improve reading and writing skills for students in Iola and area districts, a group of educators told USD 257 board members at their regular meeting Monday.…
The Flint Hills Nature Trail officially became part of the states park system June 19 when Gov. Jeff Colyer signed Senate Bill 321, which designated the trail as a state park. Colyer along with Robin…
40 Years Ago June 1978 According to the Iola Industries, Inc. annual report, all of the industries in the area appear to be prospering and creating new jobs. Noted actions include: Recent efforts to sell…
LaHarpe High School alumni had their annual meeting Saturday at City Hall in LaHarpe. President Sharon Utley opened the meeting. The Class of 1958 celebrated its 60th year, with Joyce Lee and Terry Marvin attending.…
Iola area residents are encouraged to bring the family and an ingredient to throw in the pot for the first Stone Soup Supper, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at the Humanity House Community…
WASHINGTON (AP) Justice Anthony Kennedys retirement is setting off a momentous confirmation battle for President Donald Trumps next Supreme Court nominee that is certain to consume the Senate, inflame partisan tensions and shape the…
Area students recently earning degrees from Fort Hays State University are, from Iola, Kirstin McGuffin, a master of science in speech-language pathology; Hannah Norris, a bachelor of arts in art education and a bachelor of…
When it comes to misguided revenge, Sons of Anarchy has nothing on Donald Trump. The Presidents own man-of-mayhem trade policies have forced Harley-Davidson to move some of its motorcycle production overseas. But Mr. Trump responded…
In March 2016, a wildfire reached Barber and Comanche counties, resulting in the loss of 750 cattle, 11 homes and 2,700 miles of fence. Its estimated $30 million in damage was caused within the region.…
