From the moment you cross the threshold in the Mildred Store, you find yourself immersed in the history of rural Kansas. The first thing people bump into is the antique soda cooler, which despite not…
After successful fundraising efforts for food pantries in Humboldt and Iola, a new effort is aimed at helping provide food for the rest of Allen County and its domestic violence shelter. Allen County GROW is…
Mildred’s “the best kept secret in Allen County,” said Regina Lance, who owns and operates the historic Mildred Store and grocery/RV park with her husband, Loren. For years, thanks to legendary sandwiches and service, the…
Join the conversation tonight at the Mildred Store/Charlie Brown’s. Those interested in sharing ideas or dreams for the community should plan to attend. The event is hosted by Thrive Allen County and will begin at…
Music contests and a car show will highlight the Mildred Fall Festival this weekend at the Mildred Store. Saturdays events begin with registration for bands at 9 a.m., crafts and vendors at 9:30. Preliminary competitions…
Jenlyn A. Molser, 61, Parsons, was flown to a Kansas City hospital Sunday following a two-vehicle accident near Mildred. The Kansas Highway Patrol reported Matthew K. Weller, 40, Kincaid, was westbound on West Virginia Road,…
The Iola Kiwanis Clubs annual Easter Candy Hunt highlights a busy Easter weekend throughout Allen County. The hunt begins at the courthouse square at noon Saturday. Participants are encouraged to arrive on time, because the…
Allen County commissioners gave their blessings for Loren and Regena Lance to increase their footprint in Mildred. The Lances own the Mildred Store, which they improved and made as a monthly destination for music and…
MILDRED A multi-vehicle accident Wednesday afternoon sent three people to the hospital and closed U.S. 59 for several hours. The Kansas Highway Patrol reported the accident occurred along U.S. 59, about a mile north…
The Mildred Store has joined the Double Up Food Bucks program, a healthy food incentive program that helps low-income families eat more healthy food and supports local farmers and local economies. With the Double Up…