Hello, Ms. Hax: I am divorced, and my ex and I have a strained relationship. Each year for their birthdays and Christmas, I distribute our sons’ wish lists to family and friends. We each buy…

Arrest reported Iola officers arrested Josh Rowe Thursday for suspicion of violating a protection order and interfering with law enforcement in the 200 block of South Buckeye Street. Officers arrested Justin Reeder Saturday afternoon for…

We asked readers to channel their inner Carolyn Hax and answer this question. Some of the best responses are below. Dear Carolyn: Do you think someone can truly be a good person if they don’t…

Prairie Dell 4-H Club members went Christmas caroling at Heartland Meadows on Dec. 5, after which they hosted their regular monthly meeting. Members also rang the Salvation Army bell at Iola Walmart Sunday. During the…

Adapted from an online discussion. Hi Carolyn: I find it so frustrating when my partner will not do his share of the housework, saying that if I want the house clean, then I should do…

LAHARPE — Bingo is canceled at the VFW Post in LaHarpe this Friday as well as next Friday, Dec. 30, according to Maggie Barnett.

President’s Honor Roll (4.0 GPA) From Iola — Cynthia F. Ballin, Caiden E. Cloud, Braxton A. Curry, Brooklyn M. Ellis, Jasmine M. Ledford, Maci J. Miller, Leah J. Mueller, McKenna D. Orear, Adrianne N. Reynolds,…

All A’s: Third grade Bodee M. Allen, Jayden H. Brady, Rollyn M. Burgett, Lance “Tripp” Carlson, Gracie L. Chapman, Jaci K. Daniels, Novella F. Johnson, Annabelle A. Koch, Maxton T. Mueller, Kodi N. Page, Jax…

Iola Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts from Troop 55 serenade passersby from the Allen County Courthouse bandstand with Christmas carols Tuesday evening, braving a cold north wind in the process.  Pack 55 will host a…

DEAR DR. ROACH: Which type of calcium supplement is best absorbed? How many milligrams do you suggest for a woman in her 60s? — D.R. ANSWER: Most calcium supplements sold are either calcium carbonate or…