Lawmakers in Indiana and Arkansas are backpedaling on recent legislation that some perceive as discriminatory against gays and lesbians. Threats by sizable businesses canceling contracts have the lawmakers fearful they may have gone overboard.So it’s…

Several local residents have stepped forward to preserve the annual Farm-City Days celebration.Iolan Mike Jewell, a long-time Farm-City Days Committee member, told the Register in an email Monday a new committee has taken shape.Next up,…

MORAN — Moran residents may have a new form of transportation soon. Patrons voiced their requests for the use of ATV and UTV on city roads during the April Moran City Council meeting.Both are utility…

The Iola Police Department, in conjunction with Allen County Regional Hospital, conducted a mock disaster Monday afternoon to impress high school students of the dangers of drinking and driving. The event — a two-car collision…

PLEASANTON — Marmaton Valley Junior High’s track team participated in the Pleasanton Invitational on Monday.The results follow: 7th grade girls 5th place – Zoi Yoho, 400M; Kennadee Redburn, shot put4th place – Zoi Yoho, discus; Isabella…

RICHMOND — Humboldt High’s track season got off to a quick start last Thursday at Central Heights. The girls team finished in sixth place and the boys team took third place  from among 10 teams.The…

HUMBOLDT — Iola Middle School’s track teams competed at the Humboldt Invitational last Thursday and had great individual and team results to start the season. The seventh grade girls came in second place to Humboldt.…

In all her enthusiasm to promote the benefits of work, Sen. Mary Pilcher-Cook perhaps overlooked those in situations where employment is not possible.We say that with tongue firmly planted in cheek.“Works lifts individuals out of…

One of the state’s few recognized experts on morel mushrooms — a perennial favorite in the world of haute cuisine — operates a farm in the far southeast corner of Allen County.Brett and Mary Daniels’…

Raymond “Wayne” Bratcher, 79, Iola, died Wednesday, April 1, 2015, at his home.  Cremation has taken place. The family will host a memorial service at 2 p.m. Saturday at the North Community Building in Iola.…