Mary Joseph gave a book report on “Hillbilly Elegy” by JD Vance at Unity Club’s Nov. 11 meeting at the home of Ellen Thompson. Joseph reported that growing up, Vance had a very complex relationship…

The Iola Community Theatre is offering a workshop on improvisational acting techniques. Folks are invited to learn the ins and outs of short form improvisation from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday at the ICT Warehouse,…

The Iola Elks Lodge has taken the initiative to provide comfort and warmth to local veterans through a heartwarming project. The lodge recently purchased fabric and batting materials, partnering with the Sunflower Quilting Guild to…

The guest speaker for Sunday’s service was Gary Murphy. Pastor Steve Traw will be absent for a few more weeks. Murphy spoke from John 10, “I am the good shepherd.” What does that mean? He…

A Blue Mound woman was killed in a two-vehicle accident south of Iola Monday evening, the second fatal accident of the day in that part of the county. The Kansas Highway Patrol reported Melany J.…

Ruth Womelsdorf was this year’s winner of Iola Rotary Club’s annual Grocery Grab. The event, held at Iola’s G&W, allows one lucky winner five minutes worth of virtually unlimited shopping in the store. Womelsdorf selected…

HUMBOLDT — Eric L. Guenther, 57, Humboldt, was killed early Monday morning in a two-vehicle accident northwest of Humboldt in rural Allen County. The Kansas Highway Patrol reported that Guenther was northbound on 800 Street,…

Pastor Chase Riebel gave a thanksgiving sermon on being thankful for the Kingdom of God from Psalm 145. God wants every person to come to Him, but He also wants the nations to seek Him.…

EUREKA — Greenwood County, in partnership with the Southwind Extension District, has announced an educational program focused on sheep and goat management, along with market and marketing strategies, to be held on Dec. 12, at…

Lately my teenager has been fascinated by medical dramas. Although my “doctor self” is usually rolling my eyes throughout the program, it’s often a good conversation starter. One recent show featured a pregnant woman who…