Macey Lewis of Iola, right, and Addie Haverkamp of Bern, represented Kansas at the 2025 National Junior Angus Showmanship Contest, held in conjunction with the National Junior Angus Show, July 3-4 in Tulsa, Okla. Forty…

TOPEKA — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the City of Moran public water supply system. Customers should observe the following precautions until further notice: •…

EMPORIA — Over 500 Emporia State University students graduated during ceremonies in May 2025. Graduate students were recognized May 9; undergraduate students on May 10. Students from the area who graduated include: Mackenzie Anstaett, of…

Steve Traw drew from 1 Peter 1:17-23 for Sunday’s message, “Precious Blood of Christ.” Verse 19 says “But with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot.” The Bible…

Pastor Chase Riebel spoke from Ephesians 4:7-13 on “Freeing and Equipping the Captives.” We are held captive by the enemy and held hostage to sin until Christ sets us free. Psalms 68:1-3 assures us that…

Enjoying time outdoors is important for our health and well-being, but it’s just as important to protect your skin while you’re at it.  Skin cancer is the most common cancer worldwide, and the statistics are…

IOLA MUNICIPAL COURT Judge Patti Boyd Convicted as follows: Ketin M. Folk, Fort Collins, Colo., theft, possessing alcohol as a minor, $568 Daniel L. Gile, LaHarpe, no seat belt, $30 Haley Gorby, Iola, theft, $333.98…

Nicole Haney, a Dispatcher with the Allen County Communications, was recently awarded a scholarship for advanced training and education in recognition of their outstanding professional potential.   NENA: The 9-1-1 Association awarded 43 Gold Line Scholarships…

Nehemiah 6:1-9, 15 was the background scripture for Sunday’s sermon by Steve Traw, “Commitment.” Nehemiah seeks help from God to build a wall to protect and serve his people. Nehemiah was committed to rebuilding the…

Arrests reported Koi Ginder was arrested early Sunday in the 100 block of East Jackson Avenue for suspicion of trespassing. Keli Jennings was arrested Saturday afternoon for suspicion of theft at Casey’s General Store in…