Join the conversation tonight at the Mildred Store/Charlie Brown’s. Those interested in sharing ideas or dreams for the community should plan to attend. The event is hosted by Thrive Allen County and will begin at…

No, I’m not sick. I don’t have scurvy, hepatitis, cancer, bulimia. There’s been no gastric bypass surgery, lap band procedure or related cosmetic change. Haven’t tried hypnosis, I don’t subscribe to Weight Watchers nor have…

Iolan David Toland has been appointed Acting Secretary of Commerce by Gov.-elect Laura Kelly. Toland, CEO of Thrive Allen County, will leave that position Friday. Toland served as Kelly’s campaign treasurer. In his 10 years…

A special perk of an awards banquet is the element of surprise. And none was caught more off guard Friday night than former Iola Mayor John McRae who was honored with a Lifetime Service Award…

LAHARPE — A hearty group of 48 volunteers, ranging from college students to residents in their 70s, flooded LaHarpe with trucks, trailers, shovels and rakes Saturday, to help clean up debris and brush from 19…

Democratic congressional candidate Paul Davis hosted a round-table discussion with a dozen area health care professionals Thursday in Pittsburg. Davis, who is locked in a neck and neck contest with political rookie Steve Watkins (R-Topeka)…

Allen County commissioners, following their practice for decisions of consequence, will vote next week on a request handed them Tuesday morning for a $50,000 grant to help fund a Thrive project to draw visitors to…