Animals picked up by Iola city employees won’t have to be held as long before they’re put up for adoption. Iola City Council members approved a request from the Allen County Animal Rescue Facility to…

Your Community Foundation has awarded $13,500 in grants focused on promoting health and education efforts to various community organizations. The foundation’s president Job Springer presented the recipients with their award.  Established in 2012, Your Community…

Nikki Westpfahl and Kaitlyn Bartholomew, of the Allen County Animal Rescue Facility (ACARF), have fun with a canine companion on Friday at an adoption event outside the Iola Public Library.

The action was really howling at the Allen County Animal Rescue Facility (ACARF) on Wednesday. Internet personality Kris Rotonda, founder of the organization Jordan’s Way, stopped at ACARF as part of his 50-state tour, focused…

A local animal rescue shelter and its residents are about to go viral. Jordan’s Way announced plans to visit the Allen County Animal Rescue Facility (ACARF) in LaHarpe, as part of a special fundraising and…

The bitter cold weather this week is tough on all animals, two- and four-legged, but it’s especially dangerous for pets who rely on their human counterparts for protection. Local animal advocates shared their advice and…

Growing up, Brittni Israel’s home in Westphalia seemed to be a dumping ground for unwanted dogs.  A nonstop parade seemed to make their way to her.  Maybe it was a coincidence. Or maybe desperate pet…

LAHARPE — A love of helping others, coupled with a love of animals has kept Blaine King busy the past few weeks. King culminated his month-plus effort to convert old tires into bedding for dogs…

LAHARPE — Even with its hours limited because of the COVID-19 pandemic, things are as bustling as ever at the Allen County Animal Rescue Facility. Residents still can adopt dogs or cats of all ages…

A pair of Iola restaurants are assisting the Allen County Animal Rescue Foundation. Pizza Hut will donate 20% of its profits the second Sunday of each month. Meanwhile, Sam and Louie’s has begun putting fliers…