Craft aficionados can learn about fiber arts and spinning yarn in an Iola Public Library program for adults, 6:30 p.m. Thursday at the Flewharty Annex, 211 East St. Guest speaker Laura Jernigan, Iola, will demonstrate…

HUMBOLDT — Exercise prevents disease and improves physical and mental health as well as socialization. While that’s important at any age, it’s critical for an aging population.  Silver Sneakers, a program now offered at Humboldt…

Area students interested in pursuing a trade need not worry about the cost of an education. The trustees of the Barbara and Herschel Perry Charitable Trust recently announced they will be directing the trust’s funds…

The SAFE BASE summer program kicked off Tuesday, promising weeks ahead filled with adventure and activity. The free summer program offers students an opportunity to have fun and continue to learn through hands-on activities and…

Iola school officials shared plans for a new reading program next year, after some staff and volunteers expressed dismay at the end of the Accelerated Reader program. Some aspects will stay the same, Jenna Higginbotham,…

TOPEKA — Changes to the Rural Opportunity Zones (ROZ) program that could increase participation in student loan repayments for people moving to rural Kansas counties, was announced by the Kansas Department of Commerce Thursday. Individuals who earn…

With Earth Day coming up on April 22, it is timely to be thinking about what you can do to make a difference. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency reports that wasted food is responsible for…

In recognition of Poetry Month, a program for all ages highlighting the life and work of the black poet and social activist Langston Hughes will be at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Iola Public Library.…

Iola Public Library celebrates Women’s History Month Saturday, March 9, at 2 p.m. with a free family program from the Martin & Osa Johnson Safari Museum, Chanute. Curator Jacquelyn Borgeson Zimmer will highlight the life…

A program that offers a look into the history of Southeast Kansas returns to Allen County. The Southeast Kansas (SEK) Museum Alliance is launching its 2024 Museum Passport program. The goal is to encourage visitors…