Jackie Heiman, 74, died Sunday, May 5, 2013, in a Denver hospital. She was born Feb. 5, 1939, to George and Emma Mickael in Rifle, Colo. She grew up in Rifle and attended school there.After…

Perhaps this is in through the back door, but I’m thinking a lack of community permitted Ariel Castro of Cleveland to keep captive for 10 years three women, without anybody knowing.And what a contrast that…

The economic development landscape is dotted with dollar bills.In today’s competitive environment communities serious about attracting business and industry had better have cash available when a company comes calling.Iola Industries has been an enormous blessing…

The Humboldt High School Journalism team is forming somewhat of a dynasty these days in Kansas. The students had a “three-peat” state championship on May 4 at the University of Kansas, winning the 3A sweepstakes…

The Resource Center for Independent Living has moved into a new location, meant to increase space and visibility at a lower cost. Members of RCIL and the community gathered Thursday morning to cut the ribbon…

Susan Michael encouraged Iola Rotarians to become participants in the Allen County Community Foundation, where, she said, “Giving makes a difference.”Michael, executive director of the foundation, said it continues the work of the Allen County…

Standout to speak at IHS graduation Given the role Chanel Coyne plans to fill with the National Guard, her role as speaker for Sunday afternoon’s Iola High graduation ceremonies seems appropriate.“I want to be an…

EMPORIA — Allen Community College’s Clinton Moore continued what has become a school tradition on the golf course.Moore shot a combined 222 Wednesday and Thursday to win the Region VI, Division II Golf tournament.Moore’s score…

EMPORIA — Southern Coffey County High’s Aaron True is the Lyon County League javelin champion.The Titan senior threw the javelin 174 feet, 7 inches Thursday at the league tournament in Emporia.On the girls side, Southern…

ARMA — Marmaton Valley and Crest athletes continued to soar to new heights Thursday, this time at the Three Rivers League Track Meet.Among the highlights.Marmaton Valley’s Daylen Houk medaled in all four events he entered,…