Jack and Bonnie Sutterby will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Saturday, July 23.  A private family celebration will be  hosted by Jason and Rebecca Sutterby. Jack is the son of Walter and Faith Sutterby.…

Hi, Carolyn: Two nights ago, my incredible partner of three years asked me if I want to get married. I had been anticipating the question and answered honestly that I would like to have a…

 The 41st Annual Laver Family Reunion was Sunday, July 3, at The Central Park Pavilion in Chanute. Gary Ludlum said grace before 87 family members enjoyed an old fashioned basket luncheon.    Donna (Laver) Krokstom…

Bruce Symes gave the communion meditation this week about freedom. When we learn to trust God and the spirit dwells within us, we are free. Free from fear, anxiety, addictions, doubt and limitations. Pastor Chase…

Dear Dr. Roach: I am a healthy 76-year-old woman, and over the years I’ve tended to accumulate earwax and periodically have it removed. The doctor used a slim vacuum, and the noise was very significant.…

The start of July typically marks the heart of mosquito season. You know what to do. Stock up on citronella candles, wear garlic around your neck, scare them with direct sunlight, stake ‘em in the…

Dear Dr. Roach: I recently read that honey is good for lowering blood pressure. The article did not say how much honey is necessary to get benefit. Does honey also help with sleep? — P.Y.H.…

Local students recently completed degrees from Kansas State University. Out of more than 3,100 graduates, 248 graduated summa cum laude, with a grade point average of 3.95 or above. From Iola: Madison Carlin, bachelor of…

The 101st Ladd family reunion was Sunday, July 3, at Riverside Park in Iola.   Forty descendants of Leroy and Philena enjoyed a bountiful covered dish dinner. This was followed by door prizes, overseen by…

The LaHarpe School Alumni event was June 25. Fifty-one attended. The meeting opened with William Watson, treasurer, leading the pledge to the U.S. flag. Gary Hageman (class of 1962) and Sandy Beaman (class of 1966)…