As a newspaper publisher, I find it difficult to write about the underbelly of local politics.
After all, I want Iola to be a shining star.
So I struggled in reporting on Monday night’s city council meeting.
Highlighting conflicts is hard, but necessary for community growth
This week's Iola city council meeting shows why, although it's difficult to navigate tensions between neighbors and friends, addressing conflict helps to promote healthy and forward-looking communities.
