HUMBOLDT — For Blake Mueller, farming is all about family. He always hoped to return home after college and take over the farm where his father, Curt, had raised dairy cattle. It’s a legacy that…

Utley’s Iola Auto Body recently celebrated 50 years of business in January. However, the auto shop’s story truly begins 62 years ago, when two LaHarpe High School kids met on a hayrack ride and fell…

An Iola woman hopes to use her story to raise awareness about sexual trafficking. Chasidy Miller, age 24, shared her story Tuesday evening during a discussion on human trafficking at Allen Community College. Sociology instructor…

HUMBOLDT — In a major move towards sustainable energy practices, Monarch Cement Company and Evergy Energy Solutions have announced a groundbreaking partnership for a solar project in Humboldt. The project aims to change the cement…

“Poverty is defined as a lack of resources, not just money,” says Barbara Button, Humanity House executive director.  An upcoming class offered by Humanity House will help define what poverty is and better educate people…

Next week, area veterans can learn more about a new health clinic coming to Iola. They’ll also have a chance to apply for VA health care or claims at the event. The Veterans Administration is…

Iola High School’s Sheridan Byrd, from foreground, takes part in a drumming performance Tuesday during the IHS basketball games against Santa Fe Trail. Also taking part are Iola Middle School students Hadlee Stranghoner, Drake Genoble…

Find additional photos available for purchase here. The Mustang Mules stomped the competition on Monday evening at Iola High School in a fierce game of Donkey Basketball. The home team of USD 257 teachers and…

County co-investment in a broadband grant application process was central to Tuesday’s commissioners meeting. KwiKom Communications of Iola is currently seeking the county’s assistance in a $2 million broadband project that will bring internet to…

Iola crews took advantage of ideal weather conditions to burn seven piles of brush collected during the July 2023 storm. Low winds, clear skies and pleasant temperatures made Tuesday a good time to dispose of…