We cannot play policeman to the world, we proclaim — and then blow our whistle and thump Col. Moammar Gadhafi about the shoulders.He is a thug, a murderer, an international terrorist, a liar and a…

In her efforts to promote Saturday’s Earth Hour, Abby Works, a senior at Iola High School, suggests ways individuals can participate in the global awareness event.* Prepare ahead of time. Put candles around, and make…

Knowledge in basic first aid helps us feel confident when the need arises. Knowing how to stanch a bleed until expert care arrives not only can saves lives, but also builds a network of care.Mental…

The speed limit on South State Street beyond Iola’s city limit soon will be 35 miles an hour to beyond the south end of Elm Creek bridge and change to 45 miles per hour up…

Beverly FranklinBeverly Franklin is a long-time Iolan who runs B & J Homes with her daughter, Jackie McIntyre. Prior to that, Franklin worked for 43 years at what formerly was known as Iola Bank &…

A hospital high on a hill is now in the sights of Allen County Hospital trustees . Longtime Iolan Sally Huskey has offered to sell 20 acres of property at the intersection of U.S. 169…

HUMBOLDT — Riley Whitworth led wire-to-wire Friday night but not without pressure. Tim VanGotten and Shawn Springs were battling behind him all the way in the B-Mod feature race at Humboldt Speedway.The battle for the…

OLATHE — Andrew Garber of Allen County Kids Wrestling Club earned a berth in the 2011 USA Kids Wrestling State Tournament. Garber placed third in his weight division at Saturday’s Kansas Kids District 1 tournament.The…

Kansas City, Kan., Community College’s Blue Devils just peppered their host, Allen County Community College’s Red Devils Monday.Utilizing the strong, gusting wind, Kansas City found places to drop in single after single in back-to-back victories.…

About 200 people can have their fill of free barbecued chicken here Friday evening and hear the gospel.Joe Neal will provide the chicken and side dishes for the 6 o’clock event. “It’s something I’ve wanted…