We asked readers to channel their inner Carolyn Hax and answer this question. Some of the best responses are below. Dear Carolyn: My partner is very kind and has a need to feel helpful, but…

LAWRENCE — Several area students were named to the University of Kansas fall 2025 honor roll. From Iola: Everett Glaze, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences; Macie Hoag, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences; Mariah…

Adapted from online discussions, here and here. Dear Carolyn: I moved into my boyfriend’s house last week. We’ve been together over four years. I might have moved in sooner, but he bought the house a…

Prescribed burning season is approaching across Kansas, and as ranchers and land managers prepare to use fire as a management tool, careful planning and attention to safety are essential. When conducted under the right conditions,…

Pastor Chase Riebel continued his series on basic Christian principles with “Promises You Can Count On.” God made a promise to never again flood the earth to destroy all flesh and set his signature rainbow…

Vicki and Russell Vaughn of Iola are the lucky winners of a brand-new 2025 Ford F-150 XLT. Dealerships from across the Midwest participated in the raffle; the Vaughns’ entry was one of more than 30,000…

A field survey team will work along U.S. 169, just south of the U.S. 54 junction outside Iola. The workers plan to begin a field survey to gather information for proposed pavement rehabilitation, the Kansas…

BRONSON — Work will begin the week of Feb. 16 to replace the Little Osage River bridge on K-3 Highway north of Bronson. A 36-mile detour will be in place while the bridge, about two…

Arrests reported Ashley Rose was arrested by Iola police officers Saturday in the 600 block of East Street for a warrant. Iola police officers arrested Shawn Winner, 61, Iola, for suspicion of domestic battery Feb.…

Pastor Chase Riebel’s sermon Sunday covered the seven actions disciples of Jesus should practice. They include sharing communion, praying, loving one another, being part of a local church and studying the word. For communion meditation…