The family of Jerry and Cheryl Wallis have announced their 60th wedding anniversary.  They were married December 26, 1964, in Chanute. Friends and family are invited to attend a reception in their honor from 2…

Iola Middle and High school band students achieved regional honors.  High school students were selected for the Southeast Kansas Music Educators Association Honor Band Clinic and performance Nov. 20 at Pittsburg State University. Students were…

Iola Community Threatre Improv Troupe members took part in skits Sunday during a rehearsal prior to the upcoming Improv Show set for 7:30 p.m. Saturday at the ICT Warehouse Theatre at 203 S. Jefferson Ave.…

A workshop series for women in agriculture will offer strategies to evaluate and improve farm estate and transition plans. All are welcome to attend, not just women. “Leaving a Lasting Legacy for Midwestern Farm Women:…

Noah Gordon gave communion meditation on the cruel act of the crucifixion in Luke 23 and how Jesus was mocked for saving others but not saving Himself. They did not understand that this selfless act…

Myrna Wildschuetz started the service on the piano with “The Little Drummer Boy.” She also played other Christmas favorites. They were enjoyed by all. The speaker at Sunday’s service was Ty Gable. This was his…

Incidents On Dec. 1, H&R Block reported damage to their building in the 900 block of North State Street. On Dec. 2, Walmart reported an unknown person had committed a theft from the store. On…

Presents and family were the answers to the question, “What is your favorite thing about Christmas,” at the Prairie Dell 4-H Club meeting on Dec. 3, 2024.  Before the meeting the club members sang Christmas…

GARNETT —  Understanding the price of agricultural land and how to construct lease agreements will be discussed at a Jan. 8 public meeting in Garnett. The Frontier Extension District is hosting the meeting, which includes…

The Kansas Forest Service is offering low-cost conservation tree and shrub seedlings for purchase.  These seedlings are to be used in conservation plantings, such as home/livestock windbreaks, living snow fences, Christmas tree plantations, firewood lots,…