“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.”  Many people recognize this quote from Dr. Seuss’s book, “Oh, the Places You’ll Go!”…

The Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group meets at 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 8, and the second Wednesday of every month, in the meeting room at Iola Public Library.  Melissa Smoot will lead discussion of dementia-related behaviors,…

The forensics team was buoyed by several top individual scores, which follow. Oral Interpretation of Prose — Max Andersen, first; Cole Moyer, second; Cara Porter, third.  Oral Interpretation of Poetry — Demarco Ross, first; Shaun…

Convicted as follows: Allen S. Blackburn, Iola, theft, $395, probation ordered. Cleto D. Coronado Jr., Iola, dog running at large (two counts), improper animal tethering, $320. Candace E. Elbrader, Iola, disorderly conduct, $315. James R.…

Iolan arrested for reported rape Iola police officers were called to Allen County Regional Hospital Thursday for a reported sexual assault victim. Following an investigation, officers arrested Steve Holtz, 39, Iola, in the 400 block…

The Iola Theatre reports sustained ticket sales for the movie “Titanic,” which is also setting records nationally. Maureen and Eric Olson are awed by the turnouts night after night at the Iola big screen. The…

Prairie Rose 4-H Club members participated in the Southwind District 4-H Day on Saturday, Feb. 4. The members performed a skit, “Princess Pigtoria and the Pea” and earned a blue ribbon. 

Dear Carolyn: I am a woman of 50 in a relationship with a man of 70. We love spending time together, and the relationship is very fulfilling. He is retired and has quite a bit…

Dear Dr. Roach: Any suggestions on how to reverse Type 2 diabetes? — C.B. Answer: Strictly speaking, once you have diabetes, you always have diabetes, as the diagnosis is considered “stable,” or lifelong. However, many…

Adapted from an online discussion. Hi Carolyn: I’m dating someone I really like, a potential boyfriend, but he has come to a few dates without showering, and if this continues, I’m wondering how best to…