We are only a few weeks away from the start of the Allen County Fair — and I usually write an anticipatory column to incite excitement and attendance of the Fair.  Past columns have been…

Rick Dougherty and Idris Bolen were united in marriage on June 21, 1970, at First Christian Church in Osawatomie. The Rev. Clayton Jackson officiated. A family gathering was hosted by sons Bob and Mike Dougherty…

Donna and Ray Graf of Iola are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary on July 11. They were united in marriage on July 11, 1970, at Memorial Chapel in Leavenworth. Leavenworth is where they have spent…

Iolan Maude Burns was joined by daughter Cinda Jones, grandson Brad Fraker, great-granddaughter Kim Fraker and great-great-grandson Braxton Nathaniel Kloer for a recent family photo.

Carlyle Presbyterian Church Pastor Steve Traw’s message was titled “From My Ground Post” taken from Habakkuk 3:1-19. From Habakkuk’s ground post, God reassured him that, in due time, evil will be judged and that ultimately righteousness…

Larry Wittmer gave the Communion Meditation over Psalm 37 at Sunday’s Colony Community Church service.  This chapter reminds us to trust in the Lord and do good deeds. Pastor Chase Riebel gave the sermon on…

Kappa Alpha Chapter of Phi Tau Omega members elected new officers at their meeting June 1 at Iola’s Riverside Park. The group received a $100 memorial donation from Tammy Comstock. Janet Wilson reported four fuel…

Mr. and Mrs. Glen Menegay have sold their restaurant to Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Wheeler of Olathe. Menegay’s downtown cafe has been operated by the Menegays for the past 23 years. They sold Menegay’s North,…

Carlyle Presbyterian Church Pastor Steve Traw’s message for June 14 was “For Times Like This” taken from 1 Corinthians 15:20-26. “The Lord allows time of trial or tribulation to come upon his people,” Traw said…

Kansas State University Athletics is partnering with K-State Research & Extension to highlight the importance the agriculture industry has on our state, country, and world.  The Southwind Extension District is seeking nominations to honor one…