If you haven’t scouted for bagworms yet, trust me — they are out and about. They are a recurring pest in our area and can cause significant damage to landscape plants. Unfortunately, many homeowners do…

The U.S. cattle herd has fallen to its lowest level in more than 75 years, and some industry experts warn that another major beef packing plant could shut down as a result. Years of persistent…

Pastor Chase Riebel spoke from Romans 8 in his sermon, “Good Stuff.” When the Pharisees brought a woman accused of adultery to Jesus, he said, “Let him who is without sin throw the first stone.”…

Fight leads to arrest Allen County sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to the LaHarpe City Park June 5 after fielding a report of a man fighting with a woman and a baby. The woman was found…

Community National Bank & Trust celebrated a milestone Friday, marking 25 years of serving customers in Iola. Employees, customers and community members joined in recognizing the anniversary and reflecting on the bank’s growth over the…

EMPORIA — Several area students were named to Emporia State University’s spring 2026 university honor rolls. To qualify, students must have earned a minimum 3.8 grade-point average for the semester while enrolled in at least…

A mill and overlay project is scheduled to begin June 17 on K-58 Highway in Anderson and Coffey counties.Crews from Bettis Asphalt & Construction will resurface the 15-mile stretch of road connecting U.S. 159 to…

Social Security plays an important role in retirement for many Kansans, but it is often misunderstood. Created in 1935, Social Security was designed to provide basic income protection — not to fully replace your paycheck…

Yes, we are wet here in the Southwind District, and many producers are using this time to get equipment field-ready across the district. Many combines have already headed to the wheat fields in some parts…

CHANUTE — A crowd of 172 attended the 2026 Friends of Tri-Valley Foundation annual spring fundraiser on Friday, May 1. Doors at the SEK Impact Center opened at 5:30 pm. Décor was provided by Lisa…