Iola High School’s forensics team wrapped up the regular season in style Saturday. Iola’s competitive speaking and acting troupe took home first place in the team sweepstakes at the Osage City Invitational, buoyed by first-place…

The unveiling of the marquee at the Old Iola Theatre, 202 S. Washington, will be the evening of Friday, April 24. The fanfare will begin at 7:30 p.m. with the Iola High School and Allen…

Iola’s newest restaurant opens this week, with gourmet, locally sourced hamburgers on the menu. Casey Hastings and his fiancé, Cheyenne Stowe, will host Neon Cactus Burger’s grand opening Saturday, after a successful “soft” launch Sunday.…

Those seeking to be considered for the first round of housing improvement funds, funded through a $1.4 million grant from Federal Home Loan Bank of Topeka, must have their applications submitted by Friday. Patrick Zirjacks,…

State Rep. Fred Gardner, Garnett, said he weighed in where he could this recently completed legislative session and otherwise let others have the spotlight.  A semi-retired veterinarian, Gardner, 72, is in the last year of…

Last year, Pope Leo XIV questioned whether the “inhuman treatment of immigrants” is consistent with being pro-life. This year, on Easter, he said, “Let those who have the power to unleash wars choose peace!”  On…

It’s not often a referee receives a standing ovation, but Le Roy farmer Wilfred Lehmann is not just any referee. During last month’s state championship tournament, the Kansas State High School Activities recognized Lehmann as…

The Trump administration’s crackdown on illegal and legal immigration has exacerbated America’s worker shortage. The results have been predictable. President Donald Trump ran on securing America’s border and deporting illegal immigrants, especially those who had…

The Iola High School boys and girls golf teams are actively raising money for a device they believe will create a new fervor for one of the world’s most popular sports. As part of their…

ERIE — Humboldt sophomore Connor Newman repeated as the Erie Invitational champion Monday, a feat he secured in 2025.  Newman’s score of 73 was one over par and four strokes better than Erie senior Ty…