FORTY-FIVE YEARS AGO August 1978 Omer Knoll, art instructor at Allen County Community Junior College — the first art instructor in the college’s history —resigned his post, as did Dr. Terry Glenn, dean of instruction,…

Adapted from an online discussion. Hi Carolyn! What is the best way to handle people who simply cannot and will not take no for an answer? A casual friend asks me to do minor (unreciprocated)…

EMPORIA — Several area students were recognized by Emporia State University. Among those were students who graduated this spring. They are: Austin Dominick Crabtree of Colony, summa cum laude bachelor of science in mathematics with…

Carlyle Presbyterian Church Pastor Steve Traw’s message Sunday was “Protecting Priorities,” taken from the New Testament Book of Luke 10:38-42.   “What takes your attention away from God?” asked Traw. “Worship should be at the…

Being outside during the summertime can feel like a constant battle against nature and all the creepy crawly things. Mosquitoes, ticks and chiggers are some of the hardest pests to fight during this time of…

Dear Carolyn: A long while ago, I was having a catch-up coffee with someone I knew back in high school, and she asked me why I used to pick on her. (I used to tease…

IOLA MUNICIPAL COURT Judge Patti Miklos Boyd Convicted as follows: Lyle L. Hennen, Iola, 31/20, $161 Britton C. Klotz, Lawrence, improper use/occupancy of a dwelling, theft, $526.54, probation ordered Diversion agreements Christopher Z. Griffeth, Iola,…

Arrest On July 25, Cody Woodson, age 30 of Iola, was arrested in the 500 block of North Second Street on suspicion of criminal damage to property. Accidents On July 20, a vehicle driven by…

Zachary Wood and Emily Boyd were married in a ceremony at the Flatrock Ranch in Greenwood County. Emily is the daughter of Mark and Patti Boyd of Moran. She is a PhD candidate in chemistry…

Beginning in August, Chanute will recognize its rich Mexican ancestry with the 106th Mexican Fiesta. The crowning of the king and queen and their court is Aug. 19, followed by the noon-to-midnight celebration on Sept.…