Arrests reported William R. Bitts, 58, Iola, was arrested Saturday by Allen County sheriff’s deputies for suspicion of driving under the influence. Iola police officers arrested Kevin W. Runer, 58, rural Iola, for suspicion of…

Arrests reported Levi Martin, 31, Iola, was arrested for suspicion of disorderly conduct and being a pedestrian under the influence after Iola police officers were called to investigate a suspicious person in the 600 block…

A walk along downtown’s Madison Avenue Wednesday helps tell the story of how the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting Iola merchants both professionally and personally.  “We haven’t had a customer in three days,” said Cheryl Zajic,…

40 Years Ago – March 1980 SALINA — A member of the Council Grove High School basketball team slapped in a layup with three seconds left here to lift Council Grove to a 56-54 victory…

Gov. Laura Kelly ordered all K-12 schools closed through the end of the semester, moving instruction online as the state responds to the coronavirus pandemic. School administrators will determine how to continue educational opportunities for…

Damien J. Warner, 18, Petrolia, has been arrested by Allen County sheriff’s deputies for suspicion of two counts of attempted murder following a Tuesday night disturbance outside of Petrolia. Deputies said the incident involved two…

Marmaton Valley High School’s forensics team brought home more competitive drama and speech awards last week. On Wednesday, the school’s one-act cast took third in Iola’s one-act competition. Of the castmates, Rachel Shaffer, Carissa Mattox…

Arrests reported Allen County sheriff’s deputies arrested Hailey J. Willis, 19, Iola, for suspicion of driving under the influence and transporting an open container of alcohol Sunday. Deputies arrested Kimberlyn Cooper, 45, Iola, Saturday for…

My wrestling knowledge was slim to none entering last weekend’s state championships in Salina. I had been to several meets over the course of this winter, but never was able to get my head around…

Iola City Council members will continue discussions Monday on whether to alter the city’s policy regarding past-due utility bills. In February, Humanity House representatives asked the city to consider allowing those with past-due bills to…