View additional photos of Crest’s graduation ceremony by clicking here. COLONY — Crest High School’s Class of 2025 is a testament to authenticity, Principal Travis Hermreck announced at Saturday’s graduation ceremony in Colony. “Crest’s Class…

MORAN — As they exit the halls of Marmaton Valley High School, Ava Newman implored her classmates to appreciate what they’ve accomplished, but not to wait to pursue their dreams from here. “You’ve no idea…

Republicans who want to strip public schools of funding, impoverish teachers and stunt learning opportunities for the littlest Kansans have accused educators of “fearmongering.” Unfortunately, the fearmongers have a point. Legislators in Topeka underfunded schools…

Pastor Chase Riebel gave the message Sunday honoring mothers, “A Mother’s Influence.” Some of the things a mother can do for her children are to praise the Lord with them on a daily basis. Also…

Bonnie June Bradford Ladd, formerly of Humboldt, Kansas, passed away on May 5, 2025, in Lenexa, Kansas, at Silvercrest at College View Senior Living Community. Bonnie was born June 1, 1929, on the family farm…

The Missouri House held a hearing April 9 about House Joint Resolution 73, the bill proposing an amendment to reinstate the abortion ban in Missouri.  The event was very contentious.  Testimony was limited to five…

President Donald Trump said he plans to order a cut in U.S. prescription drug costs by mandating that Americans pay no more than people in countries that have the lowest price. Trump signed the executive…

If you haven’t jumped on the bandwagon of planting to attract butterflies, you need to. I love watching butterflies flit around my yard. Not only are they enjoyable to watch, but they also serve as…

Black and white photos and films from the 1930s show drifts of dirt overwhelming fences, tractors and even farm houses throughout the Great Plains.Nearly anyone with family who lived through it has heard the stories.Pamela…

HUMBOLDT — The Humboldt Cubs seem an unstoppable force heading into the postseason on an eight-game win streak including a 6-1, 5-4 sweep of the Osawatomie Trojans Thursday. In the opener, senior Cole Mathes rode…