Editor’s note: This is the second in a series of stories on USD 257 schools. The series takes an inside look into USD 257’s facilities and sheds light on the problems the district faces. Although…

COFFEYVILLE — Allen Community College’s batters hit their stride in both games of a road doubleheader Thursday.The Red Devil pitchers had a rougher go of it.The Red Devils failed to hold leads of 5-0 in…

PARK CITY — The atmosphere was electric, spirits high and memories filled to the brim — Iola High’s Mustangs were in the state basketball tournament for the first time in 31 years.“It already was a…

Mrs. Jessie Frances Crews Arbuckle, 93, of Largo, Fla., died peacefully at her residence on March 8, 2014. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.  Jessie Frances, or Frankie, as she was…

MORAN — Reps. Kent Thompson and Adam Lusker will discuss what’s going on with the Legislature at the Senior/Community Center here at 9 a.m. Saturday. The event is open to the public. Thompson’s District 9…

On an eight-year cycle all traffic control signs along Allen County roads are replaced. Bill King, director of Public Works, outlined the county’s sign-replacement policy for commissioners this week, noting the county had certain responsibilities…

If it ain’t broke don’t fix it — unless you’re in government. For local residents Dr. Darrell Monfort, a veterinarian with Red Barn, and Jonet Bland, a retired family consumer science teacher, their role on…

Jessica Peters, head volleyball coach and athletic director at Allen Community College, has been recognized for the Red Devils’ prowess this season on the court.Peters was listed as one of the “30 Under 30” Award…

Two Iola High standouts on the football field will continue their playing days at the next level.Seniors Adam Kauth and John Whitworth were honored at a ceremony Tuesday to recognize their signing letters of intent…

NEW YORK — In what could best be compared to a last-second buzzer-beater to win a basketball game, Allen Community College’s Elesha Alyn did on the long jump ramp.Alyn, who had been leading the women’s…