HUMBOLDT — Humboldt High School recently announced its honor rolls for the second semester of the 2025-2026 school year. They are as follows: Principal’s Honor Roll (4.0 GPA) Freshmen: Kara Culbertson, Ellie Carlson and Daysha…

Linda Rae Lind, 78, passed away at her home in Newton on May 28, 2026, following a recent illness. She is survived by her husband, Lanny; son, Christopher (Amy) of Kansas City, Kan.; son, Matthew…

Early in the 20th century, childbirth in America looked very different than what you’ll find in most labor and delivery wards today.  Many hospital births involved “twilight sleep,” a cocktail of drugs that rendered a…

The Iola Seahorses have a new coach — but a familiar face — as Ottawa University sophomore and Iola native Elza Clift has returned and will serve as assistant coach this summer. She joins head…

Marmaton Valley, Crest and Humboldt racked up the accolades from state officials as six area players were recognized with spots on the All-State Baseball Team. Marmaton Valley senior pitcher Tyler Lord, Crest senior Drake Weir…

OTTAWA — The Iola Post 15 Indians earned their first victories of the American Legion season after sweeping the Ottawa Post 60 Arrows 8-4 and 10-0 Thursday night. A grand slam by Iola outfielder Broderick…

A student’s GPA, career interests and even whether they’ve failed a class could soon determine how much they pay to participate in career and technical education (CTE) programs. New Kansas legislation set to take effect…

LEBANON — Emily Roush is all too familiar with the struggles facing rural grocery stores. Emily, an Iola native, and husband Kaden have stressed creativity and flexibility in keeping their own small grocery afloat in…

In his travels, William Galloway often fields a simple question. When’s he going to stop? “I don’t really see a finish line,” Galloway said Thursday. “People say you can’t ride forever. I say, well you…

Family Safety Night brought throngs of youngsters, and the young at heart, to Iola’s square Thursday evening. The annual affair was sponsored by the Allen County Multi-Agency Team, and featured a number of games, safety…