Iola High School’s forensics team may be young, but they’ve already accomplished a lot. The team placed first in four forensics meets this year, including the Pioneer League meet. They received 136 medals for the…

Three area students accepted sponsorships from PrairieLand John Deere of Iola on Friday, committing to study at Fort Scott Community College’s John Deere technician training program. One of the best parts? They’ll have a guaranteed…

Gary, Tyler and Cosmo spent more than a year at the Allen County Animal Rescue Facility (ACARF) before they were adopted.  They’re all good dogs, shelter director Brittni Dilley said. They’re also big dogs, which…

HUMBOLDT — Amber Wheeler wishes the upcoming school bond issue for $17.45 million included more bright, shiny objects and bells and whistles.  “New roofs, fire alarm systems and HVAC systems aren’t very exciting,” she admitted.…

“You’re actually my most intimidating audience,” Sen. Jerry Moran joked with a group of Iola High School students on Friday morning. Moran stopped by for a tour of the new science and technology building at…

The Iola High School Combined Choir snaps along to “Blue Moon” during the Iola Middle/High School choir concert on Wednesday evening at the Bowlus Fine Arts Center. The choirs are under the direction of Elizabeth…

Iola High School senior Hannah Andersen spent a lot of time in hospitals as a child. She had multiple health issues, including a tumor on her spine and knee problems that required a bone graft.…

Owners of heavy machinery and equipment might soon get a little bit of sticker shock. The Allen County Appraiser’s office is mailing property valuation notices on Friday for personal property that could show significant increases…

A new recycling group asked the county for help transporting items to an outside facility. Commissioners said they wanted to think about the request for a week. Allen County Recycling Inc. recently applied for 501(c)3…

The Iola Public Library will take part in “Poem for Your Pocket Day” on Friday, handing out poems to people as a way to celebrate National Poetry Month in April. Volunteers will hand out 600…