Pastor Steve Traw’s sermon Sunday was “The Triumphal Entry,” from Matthew 21:1-11.  Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem is described in the books Luke, John as well as Matthew. The pilgrimage of Jesus to Jerusalem on the…

Well, doc,” the patient was telling me, “I get winded so easily now. I can hardly go to the mailbox without stopping to catch my breath. It did not used to be that way. Do…

A gust of wind sent a blizzard of white flakes past the picture window last weekend. The wall of white wasn’t snow, rather the fluttering petals from the blooming Callery pear tree in the front…

Roger and Sherry Culler are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary by renewing their vows at 11 a.m. March 30 at Colony Christian Church. Chase Riebel will officiate. Friends and family are invited. The couple were…

Dear Carolyn: My mother-in-law is on oxygen, is wobbly on her feet, can’t hear or see very well, and is understandably forgetful. She lives by herself and refuses to have anyone help her except me.…

In conjunction with Dr. Seuss Week, Iola Elementary School students collected dozens of socks for Hope Unlimited, a shelter for women and children.

ORLANDO — Local photographer April Kroenke was recognized at a national conference for high school senior and youth sports photography. April Kroenke Photography earned the Award of Excellence at the 16th Annual SYNC – High…

Adapted from an online discussion. Hi, Carolyn: My mom recently remarried after divorcing my dad two years ago. I’m 16 and an only child, and I live with my mom and new stepfather. He’s older,…

During our most recent family movie night, we watched one of my favorites: “Encanto.” At one point in the movie, a character who has been gifted supernatural strength confesses that she fears she will crumble…

As gardeners, it seems we are all looking for an ideal potting mix for our houseplants and containers. As with any gardening endeavor, a lot depends on what is available, the plants you are growing,…