RICHMOND — After every game this season, Iola girls’ head coach Becky Carlson has stated emphatically that the season was young and her team was only going to get better. That has remained true three…

A strong defensive effort gave the Iola Fillies their first win on Thursday night in the consolation round of the Ike Cerfoss Tournament at Central Heights High School. “We were very intense and I love…

The 31st Judicial District Court will be among state and federal offices closed Wednesday for a national day of mourning for former President George H.W. Bush. Those who are scheduled to appear in court Wednesday…

Iola United Methodist Women learned about “God’s toolbox” at their Nov. 8 meeting at Calvary United Methodist Church. Gerry Uphoff presented the lesson, explaining the tools God uses (including us) are all part of His…

RICHMOND — Early lessons were learned Monday night after the Iola boys lost their season opener 75-60 to Metro Academy in the opening round of the Ike Cearfoss Tournament at Central Heights High School on…

RICHMOND — Iola Filly head coach Becky Carlson doesn’t know a lot about her team early in the season, but after their season-opening 45-41 loss to Metro Academy in the opening round of the Ike…

Miss Chelsea’s Dance Academy will bring a Dr. Seuss classic to the Bowlus Fine Arts Center stage tonight with “Grinchmas.” At left, Hallie McDermeit, left, and Emily Weide are Young Max and Old Max, respectively.…

Kelly Sigg has but one hope for participants in Friday’s annual Downtown Christmas Block Party in Iola. Well, maybe, two. “I just want everybody to eat, drink and be merry — and hopefully do a…

Arrest reported Following an investigation, Iola police zchael Naff Thursday evening for suspicion of possessing stolen property.   Window shot David Heiman told Iola police officers Wednesday afternoon somebody shot a hole in the window…

A combined choir of Iola High School and Iola Middle School students delighted audiences with a song during the choirs’ annual winter concert at the Bowlus Fine Arts Center. The students sang under the direction…