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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,…

Pastor Chase Riebel’s sermon Sunday, “Joy Has Arrived,” was based on Luke 2:10. The shepherds were considered of lowly stature but the birth of Christ was announced to them first because Jesus came to save…

A crowd listens to live music Saturday during an Iola Artist Showcase at the old Derryberry Breadery building, 20 W. Jackson Ave. The event, planned by volunteers and designed to help celebrate the work of…

Russell Stover Chocolates matched the $3,700 raised from the “Run Iola, Run” 5K race held during this year’s Farm-City Days celebration. Employees from the Iola plant headed to Southern Coffey County High School on Monday…