By and large, conservative Republicans see the food stamp program as enabling “moochers” to freeload off the government. Never mind that unemployment continues to hover at 7.6 percent -— for those actively seeking work. That…

Bats, often portrayed as being on the dark side, may one day become an important insect-control tool for cities such as Iola.Bats depend on flying insects for nourishment and can capture and eat as many…

Wilks kids represent 4th generation The Wilks name is synonymous with local 4-H. Four generations of Wilkses have been involved with the local Prairie Dell club.JD Wilks, along with his children Jackson and Jenna, and…

OSAWATOMIE — It wasn’t the best way to start post-season play, and Iola’s AA American Legion squad hopes to turn its third loss of the season into a learning experience.After roaring through Kansas Amateur Baseball…

The skies are certain to be abuzz over Iola and Allen County this weekend — at least part of the time — with the annual Powered Parachute Fly-In at Allen County Airport.Powered parachute enthusiasts from…

While still in summer’s dog days, Iola High football coach Doug Kerr’s thoughts have shifted to autumn.The Mustang 2013 season doesn’t begin for another eight weeks, but the summer camp season kicks off in earnest…

John A. Egidy, 89, Greeley, passed away on Thursday, July 11, 2013, at his home after a 24-year battle with cancer. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. John’s Catholic…

Riley Elizabeth Stephens, Bronson, and Clinton Michael Weldin, Colony, were married Jan. 19, 2013.Riley is the daughter of Rick and Lori Stephens, Bronson, and Clinton is the son of Mike and Sandy Weldin, Colony.The couple…

Greg and Patricia (Roberts) Mix, Troy, Mo., celebrated their 30th wedding anniversary on Wednesday.The couple was married on July 10, 1983, at Iola’s Calvary Methodist Church.They celebrated their anniversary with family on July 6 at…

Dear editor,It’s been brought to my attention recently that keeping a yard/lawn in “perfect” condition is the absolute No. 1 priority to quite a few individuals.The point being — mine was not “up to par.”…