JERUSALEM (AP) — Israel’s military said Wednesday that it will call up tens of thousands of reservists and extend the service of others ahead of an expanded military operation it will carry out in Gaza…

Kris Kobach had a choice between the best interests of Kansas or the best interests of Donald Trump.  He chose Trump.  Here’s what happened: The state attorney general last week asked a federal court to…

Vladimir Putin came to Alaska and got the red-carpet treatment, complete with a fighter-jet flyover and a warm presidential handshake.  While expectations were low for a full ceasefire, most observers were hoping for at least…

Sandra Sue Hoover, 86, Topeka, died Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025 at the Gardens of Aldersgate, Topeka. Sue was born Sept. 25, 1938, in Toronto, to Buford H. Welch and Pauline G. (Dennis) Welch. She and…

Jeanne Ann Masterson Percy celebrated her 90th birthday on July 5, 2025 with her family. She was born in 1935 to Frank Loren and Leona May Baker Masterson. A brunch party was hosted by her…

Iola High School’s Class of 1965 will gather for its 60-year reunion during Iola’s Farm-City Days Celebration Oct. 18. Classmates will gather along North Jefferson Avenue at 10:30 a.m. to ride in the parade before…

The Iola High School Mustang football team braved the sweltering heat the first day of practice Monday at Riverside Park.  With the high temperatures matched by oppressive humidity, the Mustangs made the most of their…

Even if it’s only for the free barbecue, Mandy Moyer hopes you’ll join her Monday evening as she draws back the curtain on the upcoming season at the Bowlus Fine Arts Center.  From 6 to…

Allen County commissioners heard a range of updates at Tuesday morning’s meeting. Thrive Allen County announced plans for a health fair later this month in Moran, while county staff reported progress on airport construction, road…

A complete renovation of the Davis Street soccer fields adjacent to Iola’s Riverside Park is progressing, albeit slowly. “It’s gone a little slower than I’d like,” said Recreation Director Jason Bauer. “But with the lead…