Members of Kappa Alpha met for an evening social at Iola’s First Christian Church Aug. 21.  Members were divided into two teams for a scavenger hunt around town.  The hunt included both clues to photograph…

It’s important to remain hopeful after retirement, guest speaker Amber Jewell told Allen County Area Retired School Personnel Sept. 6. Jewell was the guest speaker for the group’s monthly meeting. Even retired educators still have…

The Prairie Dell 4-H Club met on Sept. 4, 2023.   Roll call was answered by projects members would like to enroll in for the 2023-24 4-H year.   The 2023-24 officer elections were held.…

Last week, some of the Humboldt FFA members were able to attend the Bressner Pasture research day on site. Kansas State University Research and Extension were the host and provided an awesome day of reviewing…

Allen County Regional Hospital has partnered with Southeast Kansas Area Agency on Aging (SEKAAA) to offer nutritious meals for older adults through a new 60+ Dine program. The hospital’s cafeteria is the first location in…

Pastor Steve Traw’s message Sunday, “The Greatest of These is Love,” was taken from I Corinthians 13. “God’s perfect love comes to us as God tells us that we are His children,” Traw said. “Love…

MAPLETON — Mapleton will celebrate “Hometown Proud” with its 2023 homecoming celebration this weekend. A street dance from 8 to 11 p.m. Saturday around the city park kicks off the celebration. Sunday begins bright and…

There’s a world of devices and special media for blind and print-disabled individuals, said Cynthia Chalker, special needs consultant for the Southeast Kansas Library System based in Iola.  Chalker will introduce these and other aids…

“We love events like these,” said principal Andy Gottlob. “Days like today help kids start the day on the right foot, and we want community members in our schools.” Breakfast with Grandparents, spread over three…

Dr. Elena Samarsky is presenting a one-woman exhibit at the Chanute Art Gallery, the third time the gallery has showcased her talent.   In 2021, she joined Tim Tarkelly, local writer and poet, pairing her…