The Allen County Fair, which ended Sunday, packed in a wealth of fun, games and animal exhibits into Iola’s Riverside Park. The Register was there to capture the 4-H exhibitors and their animals or open…

KANSAS CITY, Kan. — Elijah Ming, 34, a deputy with the Wyandotte County Sheriff’s Dept., was shot and killed Friday as he and another officer responded to a domestic disturbance in Kansas City. Arrested in…

The Bowlus Fine Arts Center stage came alive with Greek mythology with a light-hearted take on the legendary “Hercules.” A group of students from elementary through high school offered a unique take on the strongman,…

The Trump administration’s termination of work permits for more than 530,000 immigrants could have far-reaching economic consequences for the country’s agricultural sector, potentially deepening labor shortages and leading to higher food prices. According to a…

For some farmers, the recently-passed “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” could bring more security. But for others, it may do the opposite. The massive tax and spending law, which President Donald Trump signed at the…

Nearly half the U.S. will wilt under hot, sticky conditions through the bulk of the week as temperatures and humidity soar from Chicago to New York City and New Orleans, boosting power demand and raising…

Thrive Allen County will host a Community Conversation in Iola at 6 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 5. The get-together is in the Iola High School science building, 300 E. Jackson Ave. Those unable to attend can…

Pastor Steve Traw drew from Romans 12:9-2 for his message “Revenge or forgiveness,” on Sunday. God alone is the avenger. Romans 12:17 says, “Repay no one evil for evil.”  Instead, ask the heavenly father when…

Pastor Chase Riebel’s sermon Sunday was “Make the most of it,” from Ephesians 5:1-10. We must make the most of every opportunity. We need to understand that God’s will is for all to be saved…

Joe Lilly, 95, of Iola, Kansas, died at his home Thursday, July 24, 2025. Alvin Orin “Joe” was born March 30, 1930, near Moran, to Orin and Gladys (Nailon) Lilly. On July 20, 1952, Joe…