Folklorist Jim Hoy grew up on a stock ranch near Cassoday, lived all his life in the Flint Hills where he developed a fascination with the folklife of ranching. He heard tales of grasshoppers so…

The following first appeared Oct. 13, 2010. Dear Carolyn: Please help me come to terms with the fact that, less than one year after breaking up with me because I wanted to get married and…

Incidents On Dec. 27, Westco Home Furnishings reported theft of two metal drain covers from a dock at 700 N. State Street. On Dec. 27, Iola police responded to an incident of domestic violence at…

After a long absence, Steve Traw was back in the pulpit Sunday with a warm reception. We had many great speakers in his absence, but our prayers were answered with his return. Scripture from Genesis…

Pastor Chase Riebel’s sermon Sunday was “What Would Jesus Do in 2025?” and taken from Luke 2:41-52. Don’t lose the desire to be amazed by Jesus, Riebel noted. Jesus walked on water, stilled a storm,…

Carolyn Hax is away. The following first appeared Aug. 6, 2010. Hi, Carolyn: I’ve been seeing a really great guy, “Joe.” The relationship looks like it’s going to jell into something more permanent. He works…

Hi, Carolyn! My wife has a good friend who will soon be married for the third time. Her first two marriages ended in divorce. The woman’s soon-to-be husband will also be married for the third…

The Southwind Extension District has recognized Southeast Kansas Area Agency on Aging (SEKAAA) for its outstanding support of the mission of K-State Research & Extension. SEKAAA has partnered with the local Extension District to implement…

Pastor Chase Riebel’s message Sunday was “Come Home for Christmas.” Luke 2:28 tells the story of a man named Simeon who had waited diligently all his life for the arrival of the Messiah. When he…

The family of Jerry and Cheryl Wallis have announced their 60th wedding anniversary.  They were married December 26, 1964, in Chanute. Friends and family are invited to attend a reception in their honor from 2…