Month: February 2014

HUMBOLDT — Humboldt’s Cubs raced to a 10-2 lead over Caney in the first 6½ minutes of a Tri-Valley League game here Friday and appeared to be en route to a convincing victory.Appearances can be…

As Iola High’s wrestling season hits its home stretch, Brad Carson would be hard pressed to be any happier than he was Thursday.The Mustangs wrestled at home Thursday for the first and only time this…

ANDERSON COUNTY — Iola High’s girls took full advantage of a 13-day layoff, putting a few new wrinkles on defense.The strategy paid off handsomely Friday, as the Fillies took control early and never looked back…

GARNETT — Friday had the potential for disaster, Iola High boys head coach Bill Peeper told his team prior to tip-off.But it also held the potential for several fresh faces to step into the limelight.In…

Carole Ann (Shanahan) Kenworthy was born Nov. 4, 1943, to Eugene and Ruby Joy Shanahan. She was welcomed to heaven on Jan. 31, 2014. Carole graduated from Iola High School and went on to Bethel…

More and more, Iola is becoming a shopping destination. Don’t take our word for it. According to the Kansas Department of Revenue, Iola’s “pull factor” from neighboring communities is getting stronger. The state measures a…

The Allen Community College athletic department will be hosting their Red Devil Extravaganza Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. in the gymnasium. An all-access wristband is $10. There will be sports guns (batting station, baseball…

Allen Community College music students are preparing to sing their hearts out for local sweethearts this Valentine’s Day. They are offering live Valentine deliveries on Feb. 13 and Feb. 14 for $25. The delivery includes…

Pets often are like one of the family, and when it comes to their care during severe winter weather that’s the way they should be treated, said Dr. Darrell Monfort at Red Barn Veterinary Clinic.…

HUMBOLDT — Murals of butterflies and flowers line the bright hallway at Growing Place Child Care Center in Humboldt. On Wednesday afternoon it was fairly quiet and peaceful. Nap time for the youngsters.  Despite the…