Emma B’Hymer’s summer is going swimmingly, thank you. B’Hymer, 17, of Iola, was in Des Moines, Iowa, July 27-30, for the AAU Jr. Olympic Games, where she took on throngs of the country’s best young…

Allen Community College plans to welcome back students this fall with a little help from the community. “Welcome Week” activities begin with move-in day on Saturday, Aug. 19, with a block party from 6 to…

Some changes could be coming to the Allen County Landfill concerning the disposal of tires and electronics. County leaders will pursue plans to create new, separate spaces to collect both items after consulting with an…

Iola High School seniors paint their parking spaces in the senior lot on Tuesday evening in preparation for the start of the school year next week. Each chose their own design to match their interests…

Waves of severe thunderstorms in the U.S. during the first half of this year led to $34 billion in insured losses, an unprecedented level of financial damage in such a short time, according to Swiss…

Come take a shot at Pour Choices, where the puns flow as freely as the specials. Iola’s newest drinking establishment, under the management of Liz and Josh McArdle, celebrated its grand opening Saturday at 118…

Construction of a new cell at the Allen County Landfill is about 20% complete, according to an engineer overseeing the project. Jared Brooks, an engineer with Schwab Eaton of Manhattan, gave county commissioners a report…

The cost of child care rivals the cost of college, Logan Stenseng, an advocate with Thrive Allen County points out.  Plenty of effort is made to help families understand how scholarships, grants and other assistance…

HUMBOLDT — Before area youngsters begin trudging back to school in the coming weeks, they’ll get another opportunity to beat the summer heat with Saturday’s Water Wars. The water-based event is sponsored by A Bolder…

Organizers estimate more than 100 residents attended a free movie night on Iola’s square last Friday. The classic film “The Sandlot” was shown on a giant movie screen, which viewers enjoyed with free popcorn and…