Across Kansas rangeland and pasture acres, three native shrub species are becoming increasingly common: buckbrush, roughleaf dogwood, and smooth sumac. While each plays a role in the ecosystem, unchecked growth can reduce forage production and…

Allen Community College will host a summer camp July 6–9, offering hands-on learning experiences in STEM, art, service learning, and outdoor skills for students entering kindergarten through eighth grade. Campers may enroll in morning or…

Allen Community College music students showcased their talents during a spring student recital concert held Wednesday night on Allen’s campus. The performance featured a wide range of piano, instrumental and vocal selections, along with ensemble…

The Kansas Department of Transportation is currently repairing a short stretch of pavement about 6 miles north of Chanute on U.S. 169 in Allen County. Work involves full-depth concrete repair at up to four locations…

Allen Community College sponsored a ping-pong tournament for students Wednesday evening in the college’s student center. Prizes were awarded to the top three finishers. “But they really play for glory more than anything else,” said…

FORT SCOTT — Tri-Valley Developmental Services (TVDS) recently announced the receipt of a $15,000 grant from Frontier Farm Credit Working Here Fund Grant. The grant funds will be utilized to replace paneling and windows on…

Arrests reported Cheyenne Shanks was arrested by Iola police officers Thursday for suspicion of battery in the 600 block of North Cottonwood Street. Officers arrested Richard Huston Wednesday for suspicion of driving while intoxicated and…

Marmaton Valley High School senior Tae Ginder signed a letter of intent Monday to join the speech and debate team at Ottawa University in the fall.

On Sunday, Pastor Chase Riebel spoke from Romans 2 in his sermon “Good News for All People.” All things become new for those in Christ. Howard Reiter’s communion meditation was “Are You Ready?”  No one…

ALLEN COUNTY MAGISTRATE COURT Judge Chuck Apt Criminal cases filed: Legin J. Johnston, Iola, violation of Kansas Registration Act Justin A. Gomez, Iola, interference with law enforcement, driving while suspended (second or subsequent offense), no…