Debbie Menzie was surprised to receive a notice that her home is now in a floodplain. It’s never flooded at her home in the north part of Iola, just off Washington Street. Not even close.…

This page will continue to be updated as election results come in. Last update: Wednesday, 8:24 a.m. A total of 457 advance ballots and 2,053 Election Day votes have been counted.  With advance and Election…

For Laree Wools, there’s nothing worse than watching her son, Marcus, struggle to breathe. Marcus, 6, has cystic fibrosis, a genetic disorder that complicates breathing and digestion. Marcus was diagnosed at age 3; a newborn…

The county’s first foray into recycling might look a little different than they expected. Allen County commissioners agreed Tuesday to allow a recycle and trash service provider from Erie set up a bin at the…

With bids 40% higher than expected, Allen County commissioners are now exploring their options to improve water lines near the airport. The county has plans for two related infrastructure projects at the airport in the…

Poll workers Judy McGraw, from left, and Vince Coons, attend Mike and Diane Rogers at the polling station at Iola’s Dr. John Silas Bass North Community Building on Tuesday morning. “It’s a family thing,” said…

Kim Ensminger, superintendent of Marmaton Valley school district, predicted two years ago that Moran would need more child care options.  The town has only two daycare providers. Both are at full capacity. So Ensminger approached…

Polls are open until 7 p.m. today for city and school board elections, as well as two bond issues. One, for $9.95 million, would renovate the Allen County Courthouse. Another, for voters of the Crest…

A number of local races will be decided Tuesday, most notably a countywide vote on whether to approve a $9.95 million renovation to the Allen County Courthouse. On top of the courthouse vote, Iolans will…

Sometimes, fate lends a hand. Leonardo Lee came to Kansas about four years ago, ready to make a living by serving hibachi and sushi cuisine. Lee was living in New York, working with his brother,…