Around Town

Allen County Historical Society director Kurtis Russell attended the 125th anniversary of the Philippine American War event hosted by the Gen. Douglas MacArthur Memorial on Saturday, Feb. 3, in Norfolk, Va. He was invited by…

Pastor Chase Riebel’s message Sunday was “Nicodemus, Do You Believe?” from John 3.  The most well-known verse in the world, John 3:16, was first spoken to Nicodemus under the cover of darkness as Jesus explained…

Friends and family of Tai Lee, holding scissors, gathered at Jo’s Men’s Grooming on Friday for a ribbon cutting organized by the Iola Area Chamber of Commerce, marking a year since Lee’s barber shop opened…

Eugene Parsons, left, celebrated his 103rd birthday on Friday, Feb. 2, at Medicalodges in Iola. Parsons was joined by his niece Myrna Wildschuetz and her husband, Jim, right, and residents of the center. Family friend…

Humboldt, Marmaton Valley and Crest high schools crowned their respective winter homecoming courts Friday evening. Humboldt’s Nathan Swogar and Emma B’Hymer received the honors. 

Humboldt, Marmaton Valley and Crest high schools crowned their respective winter homecoming courts Friday evening. Marmaton Valley’s Chase Smith and Janae Granere were crowned king and queen. They were accompanied by crown bearer Colt Dudley…

If you have ever tried to start plants from seed, you know it can be tricky. But it is very rewarding when you have success! Here are eight steps to help ensure you have nice…

Humboldt, Marmaton Valley and Crest high schools crowned their respective winter homecoming courts Friday evening. Crest’s Rogan Weir was named homecoming king and Brooklynn Jones the queen.

Natural disasters, family changes such as divorce, death, serious injury, or community violence can be traumatic for both children and adults. Everyone needs time to process these traumatic events. Children often experience disasters differently than…

The roll call question for the City Slickers 4-H Club’s Jan. 14 meeting was “Who do you think will win the Super Bowl?” Twelve members were present. The club members discussed their upcoming participation in…