Donna Lower Nord discussed George Takei’s book, “They Called Us Enemy,” a firsthand account of life in an internment camp during World War II. Nord’s presentation at Monday’s Iola Unity Club, also included information she…

Marmaton Valley High School’s forensics team brought home more competitive drama and speech awards last week. On Wednesday, the school’s one-act cast took third in Iola’s one-act competition. Of the castmates, Rachel Shaffer, Carissa Mattox…

Ruth Wood celebrated her 102nd birthday Monday with her daughter, Susan Haddan of Stark, and others at Greystone Assisted Living Facility. Wood grew up in Elsmore until she got married and moved to a farm…

As Americans brace for the impact of the new coronavirus in the United States, a pair of Kansas State University specialists say the best defense against the emerging threat may be one of the most…

The K-State Research & Extension is sponsoring the 2020 Speakers Bureau, featuring District Extension Agents. The agents will address elementary and secondary schools; civic and professional organizations; and community groups. This year’s topics are:  Check…

The Seekers Not Slackers 4-H Club received several top awards at the District 4-H Day event at West Franklin High School in Pomona Feb. 29. The club earned a top purple ribbon for its model…

Ivan R. Jones, terminal manager for the three bus lines serving Iola, announced today that the Union Bus Depot will occupy new quarters about April 1. Jones has leased the site of the Texaco service…

A new book by one of the world’s foremost writers, Isabel Allende, always garners attention. Allende, originally from Chile but a U.S. citizen for the past quarter century, has a new novel “A Long Petal…

Community Conversation Thrive Allen County will host a Carlyle Community Conversation from 6:30 to 8 p.m. March 27 at Carlyle fellowship hall.  All Carlyle residents, past and present are urged to attend. Light snacks will…

60 Years Ago Several persons called The Register today to speak of the plight that the prolonged snow season means for birds and at least one organized rescue project was underway. Ray Pershall and Clarence…