Pastor Steve Traw’s sermon Sunday was “Legacy,” 1 Thessalonians 5:1-12. The legacy of Paul and the apostles is that they have ministered and presented the Gospel with the highest integrity in hopes believers will follow…

Darren McGhee gave the meditation last Sunday on our attitude about communion. Communion is a time for thanksgiving, knowing that Jesus is in our presence. If Jesus isn’t here, this isn’t church, we’re not truly…

Vehicle struck Ashley R. McCullough was stopped at a stoplight while eastbound on Madison Avenue at the Washington Avenue intersection March 5, when her sport utility vehicle was struck from behind by an SUV driven…

Jefferson Elementary had 72 second-graders who met the Caldecott Challenge of reading 20 or more Caldecott Medal-winning books. Five students earned trophies for reading all 84 Caldecott Medal books. 

Social Security retirement benefits provide a secure income during retirement years. Eligibility for this benefit is between 62 and 70 years old. The most important financial decision of your life will be to determine when…

Whether you are new to gardening or have been gardening for years, all gardeners should think about their soil fertility levels. Just looking at your plants won’t provide the proper information. Soil fertility is something…

The February meeting of the Seekers-Not-Slackers 4-H Club was called to order at 6 p.m. on Feb. 27, in the Lone Elm Community Building.  Flag salute leaders were Ruby Thompson, Tristian, and Bailey Boone.  Roll…

Adapted from a recent online discussion. Dear Carolyn: Sometimes when my husband tickles our 3-year-old son, our son will laugh, but will also say, “Stop!” I told my husband when our child says to stop,…

The Southwind Extension District will have a kickoff event on Saturday, March 26, for Walk Kansas 2022. Walk Kansas is a team-based health initiative program that will inspire you to lead a healthier life by…

Edna and David Donovan enjoy last week’s Lenten Breakfast at Calvary Life Center, 118 W. Jackson. The breakfasts will be at the Life Center every Wednesday morning leading up to Easter, April 17. Breakfast begins…