ALLEN COUNTY MAGISTRATE COURT Criminal cases filed: Dallas R. Uitts, Iola, criminal threat, criminal damage to property, trespassing Brian W. Morgan, Iola, reckless driving, assault Dylan T. Wille, Iola, felony theft, Angela Kylie-Dawn Keidel, Humboldt,…

MANHATTAN — Local students joined more than 3,000 of their peers in receiving their degrees from Kansas State University. The university awarded approximately 2,200 bachelor’s degrees, 650 master’s degrees and 200 doctorates. For outstanding academic…

Arrests reported Allen County sheriff’s deputies arrested Erik R. Cashe, 50, Madison, Tuesday on a warrant alleging aggravated assault. Deputies arrested Brian W. Morgan, 18, Iola, Monday on a warrant alleging reckless driving and assault.…

EMPORIA — Area students participated in 2026 graduation ceremonies at Emporia State University. From Iola: Gregory Franklin, master of science in Health, Physical Education and Coaching, and Lizzy Lewis, Magna Cum Laude, bachelor of interdisciplinary…

About 25 miles of U.S. 69 in Linn and Bourbon counties will receive an asphalt overlay starting this week, according to the Kansas Department of Transportation. The work will start just north of Pleasanton on…

Guest speaker Steve Green spoke on the Beatitudes in Matthew 5 at Colony Christian Church. Jesus blesses those who are poor in spirit and humbly admit they are completely dependent on God. Those who regret…

Roots erupting through the soil surface beyond the tree trunk irritate gardeners when trying to grow and mow grass under trees. Save time, reduce frustration and be kind to your trees when dealing with these…

ALLEN COUNTY MAGISTRATE COURT Criminal cases filed: Melina K. Weide, Iola, domestic battery Khloe M. Utley, Iola, domestic battery Zachary K. Genoble, Iola, possession of methamphetamine, trafficking contraband in correction facility Daniel K. Brill, Humboldt,…

Dale Thiele’s scripture readings Sunday included Hebrews 11:6. The message was “God’s Reward.” Concentrate and earnestly seek God’s reward. Hebrews 11:6, “And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to…

June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month.  About 1 out of every 10 older adults living at home faces some type of abuse each year, making awareness and prevention important. Elder abuse is a serious problem…