After rainy weather sent spectators home early at the Mildred Store’s living nativity presentation Friday evening, Saturday provided no such hindrances, as several area churches helped recreate the setting for Jesus’s birth.

LaHarpe city crews, working with the LaHarpe PRIDE committee, erected a pair of light poles at the sand volleyball court. The goal is to have the lights on and functional by the time spring weather…

Kindergartners and third-graders from Iola Elementary School delighted the audience with a variety of snow-themed holiday songs Thursday evening at the Bowlus Fine Arts Center. Songs included the classics “Frosty the Snowman” and “White Christmas.”…

When it comes to taking care of your health, the basics can seem challenging enough: Eat right, exercise, get enough sleep, visit your doctor for regular checkups. But what if you can’t afford healthy food?…

In a groundbreaking initiative, the Iola Fire Department recently concluded its inaugural Firefighter/EMT Academy, marking a significant stride towards addressing the shortage of qualified emergency personnel. Fire Chief Corey Isbell attributes the success of the…

Iola Middle and High School choir students performed a holiday concert Wednesday evening at the Bowlus Fine Arts Center, offering a mix of classic and contemporary songs along with holiday favorites. The choir is directed…

Preschoolers from Iola Elementary School, Munchkinland and Ready, Set, Learn performed a delightful variety of holiday classics at a concert on Tuesday evening at the Bowlus Fine Arts Center. Several music performances are planned throughout…

COLONY — With voter approval of a $5.95 million renovation for the Crest school district in hand, school officials are now deciding who will oversee the project. The district is seeking proposals for a Construction…

The annual Christmas Vespers concert returns Sunday. As in years past, the concert is free to the public, as a musical Christmas gift to the community.  Activities begin at 2:30 p.m. at Iola’s Wesley United…

Iola Middle School is getting an early birthday present. The building will turn 100 years old in 2024. New windows are being installed on the south and east sides, giving it a fresh look in…