Warrants uncover drugs, weapon Iola police officers, working in conjunction with the Allen County Sheriff’s Department, simultaneously executed search warrants at 707 N. Cottonwood St. and 624 N. Cottonwood St. in Iola. Officers found what…

Obesity rates in the U.S. have tripled since 1960, with trends continuing upward. Community members are invited to join Samuel Wilcox, M.D., on Wednesday, Feb. 26, to explore societal influences and causes that can lead…

The Allen County Poverty Simulation that was originally scheduled for 3 to 6 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 26, has been postponed. According to Jessica McGinnis of Allen County Multi-Agency Team (ACMAT), it was postponed due to…

Beau Anthony Nardo, son of Bryan and Emma Nardo, Stillwater, Okla., was born Oct. 11, 2024, in Edmond, Okla. Beau weighed 7 pounds, 2 ounces, and was 21 inches long. He has two older siblings,…

LAWRENCE — Several students with local ties were among the nearly 9,000 University of Kansas undergraduate students who earned honor roll distinction for the 2024 fall semester. Allen County • Macie Hoag, Iola, College of…

The “Kansas Legends & Folktales” program scheduled for Thursday at the Iola Public Library has been canceled due to wintry weather. The library will not be able to reschedule the program by author Jim Hoy.

Arrest reported Iola police officers arrested Kyle Holmes of Fort Scott Friday evening in the 10 block of State Street for suspicion of battery on a law enforcement officer. Thefts reported Walmart employees told Iola…

Humboldt High’s Avery Works, left, and Karingten Hall were crowned 2025 Winter Homecoming King and Queen Friday. Both the girls and boys teams prevailed as well against visiting Cherryvale.

Arrests reported On Feb. 8, Allen County sheriff’s deputies arrested Jacob D. Harris, 48, Walnut, on a warrant for failing to appear in court related to child support. Deputies arrested a 17-year-old from Chanute Feb.…

Pastor Maureen Olson presented her first sermon at the Carlyle Presbyterian Church 25 years ago. On Sunday, she again returned to the local church and presented a sermon along with a communion service for all.…