Leonard H. DeLaughder, 76, died Friday, Feb. 6, 2026. He was born June 8, 1949 in Junction City, to Hugh Leonard and Estella Blanche (Burns) DeLaughder. He traveled with his parents as an Army child,…

Customers faced some tough decisions Friday at the Friends of the Library’s annual Everything Chocolate Sale at Iola Public Library. The sale continues through Saturday, with everything 50% off during the sale’s final day. Proceeds…

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration on Thursday revoked a scientific finding that long has been the central basis for U.S. action to regulate greenhouse gas emissions and fight climate change, the most aggressive move…

PARSONS — The Labette Community College Lady Larks sent a shockwave through the Jayhawk Conference Wednesday after upsetting the Allen Red Devils 65-50 Wednesday night. Moments after speaking with her team, approaching the scorer’s table,…

Allen Community College will celebrate one of the most accomplished hitters in Red Devil baseball history when the college welcomes Duane Wales into the Athletics Hall of Fame during a two‑day induction event Feb. 13–14. …

​​The first year at any newspaper is always the hardest. It’s like being a rookie reporter all over again. Most reporters do not start in his or her hometown, so everything is new. It’s a…

PARSONS — The Allen Red Devils are on a win streak after defeating Labette Community College 81-67 Wednesday night. Looking to get even with Fort Scott Saturday, who currently sits in second in the Jayhawk…

“USA! USA! USA!” Some may have just read that chant with less enthusiasm and pride than in previous Olympics. It can be difficult for many American sports fans to shout or think it when the…

Dear Allen County Commissioners, I find it really ironic to read the newspaper and see that you are denying to sponsor the efforts of Steven Strickler and the citizens of Allen County to manage a recycling…

WASHINGTON (AP) — A shutdown for the Department of Homeland Security appeared certain Thursday as lawmakers in the House and Senate were set to leave Washington for a 10-day break and negotiations with the White…