We asked readers to channel their inner Carolyn Hax and answer this question. Some of the best responses are below. Dear Carolyn: Because of the timing surrounding getting together with my fiance and the birth…

Driver cited Iola police officers cited Charles Rogers, 41, Iola, for suspicion of driving without a license Friday near the intersection of East Jackson and North Sycamore streets.

What is your favorite place to eat?  Members of the Prairie Dell 4-H Club answered Home, El Charro, Chipotle, Casey’s, Olive Garden, Texas Roadhouse, and Cheesecake Factory at the May 2 meeting.  It was Parents…

Power outages can be inconvenient or devastating.  A prolonged outage can leave you with a refrigerator and freezer full of spoiled food.  Many assume power outages are covered by their homeowners insurance, but vary between…

Students worked on their resumes in the morning and participated in mock interviews in the afternoon. The day was organized to help students gain knowledge and skills on how to prepare for their future career…

Pedestrian struck Iola police officers said Jordan M. Turner was backing from a driveway at 1120 N. Jefferson April 22, when an open door to the sport utility vehicle struck Kelsie L. Finley on April…

The Elsmore Alumni Banquet will be at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 28, at the Elsmore City Hall.  Prior to the banquet a hospitality room will be available from 3:30 to 6:15 p.m. at the…

In an effort to help the Iola elementary school and families in every way we can, Iola PTO is sponsoring a shoe drive for gym shoes. At the new elementary school, students will be required…

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. To celebrate, consider practicing mindfulness. This is a term that seems to be everywhere, but what exactly does it mean? Mindfulness expert Jon Kabat-Zinn defines the term as “awareness,…

No matter how modest, everything you own is considered your estate.  Everyone has something they want to pass on.   An estate plan will help ensure your wishes for your possessions are followed, even when…