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After listening to concerns from multiple residents Wednesday, Miami County commissioners unanimously voted to deny a request for a conditional-use permit for a dog kennel that was recently set up northeast of Fontana.  ... Read more
Ann Margret Montemayor
Casa Grande, a new Mexican restaurant, has moved in near the Square to offer a family-friendly atmosphere, as well as take-out and delivery.  ... Read more
Ann Margret Montemayor
Fire Lake Ranch is often bustling with activity for farm dinners, gardening classes or asparagus picking, and this weekend will be no different as a stop on the Miami County Farm Tour.  ... Read more
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Ann Margret Montemayor
Neil Spector is well known around Louisburg for his car dealership, but lately, it’s the grills he sells that have been making the news.  ... Read more
With the opening of a new DaVita center in Paola, dialysis patients will no longer have to commute to Olathe for treatments.  ... Read more
Miami County commissioners have some difficult decisions ahead of them as they head into the county budget planning process.  ... Read more
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Jason Jenkins, chief of Miami County Emergency Medical Services, recently was awarded the honor of Service Director of the Year for the second time.  ... Read more
A portion of 327th Street just east of Plum Creek Road will be closed beginning April 30 for the start of a bridge rehabilitation project, and the Pottawatomie Creek Bridge south of Osawatomie also soon will be closed while it is repaired.  ... Read more
The Paola Farmers’ Market will open May 19, and organizers already have big plans to draw in crowds.  ... Read more
Miami County planning staff members are reviewing preliminary flood plain maps from the Federal Emergency Management Agency, and local residents also can check to see how their property is classified on the proposed maps.  ... Read more
Ann Margret Montemayor
As the new chef at Life Care Center of Osawatomie, Josh Hursey and Director of Dining Services Sara Rhynerson have some big plans for the residents’ menus.  ... Read more
Brian McCauley
The Miami County Health Department has regained enough funding to provide contraceptives to low-income residents for at least the next year thanks to the donations of several residents.  ... Read more
Ann Margret Montemayor
Cook Chiropractic has expanded its business in Miami County by opening an office in Paola.  ... Read more
Ann Margret Montemayor
What started as an extra assignment for an excelling student culminated in 40 inches of donated hair at Broadmoor Elementary on Tuesday.  ... Read more
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When Miami County residents turn on their television sets Sunday night, they’ll get the chance to see some familiar faces and places thanks to a new locally-based station on Suddenlink.  ... Read more
Ann Margret Montemayor
Brad Schlesener was born to barbecue.  ... Read more
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In search of expanding her business, Donna Cook, owner of Rabbit Creek Products, traveled all the way to India this month for a trade show.  ... Read more
First Baptist Christian Preschool, Paola, is starting a new kindergarten readiness program next fall.  ... Read more
Elizabeth Layton Center officials are hoping decisions made in Topeka won’t cut more funding for the mental health facility, which has already seen its budget shrink in recent years.  ... Read more
Ann Margret Montemayor
After revisiting the county commission’s March 7 decision to selectively remove funding for contraceptives from a Miami County Health Department grant application, commissioners failed to pass a new motion, leaving the health department without the grant for its family planning program.  ... Read more
Ann Margret Montemayor
With tornado season around the corner, several Paola schools practiced their drills Tuesday during the statewide siren test.  ... Read more
The Miami County Commission study session had to move from the upstairs conference room to the larger commissioners’ chambers Wednesday to accommodate more than a dozen residents who showed up to listen to a discussion about roads.  ... Read more
Ann Margret Montemayor
With the opening of Truck Trendz in Paola, truck owners in the area won’t have to travel into the city anymore to buy accessories.  ... Read more
Local residents likely will hear a tornado siren Tuesday, but they shouldn’t be alarmed.  ... Read more
High school girls and boys will have the chance to see the latest prom trends, as well as find a free dress or tux at Cross Point Assembly of God’s prom show tomorrow.  ... Read more
With the late onset of flu season this year, doctor Charles Powell at Children’s Clinic of Miami County has had full waiting rooms with sick children.  ... Read more
Ann Margret Montemayor
With fundraising under way for an Olive’s Hope Pet Rescue shelter in Miami County, those in animal control hope the shelter will speed up the adoption process for stray animals.  ... Read more
Ann Margret Montemayor
Nick Razo shoots a couple of rounds at a tree trying to scare a squirrel out.  ... Read more
Ann Margret Montemayor
After closing for almost a year, Spudley’s is back open in a new location in Paola.  ... Read more
Miami County Emergency Medical Services soon may be increasing its fees for ambulance trips.  ... Read more
With the help of a couple of friends — New York Times bestselling authors — Dave and Sandy Moll of Paola are planning an inaugural event for veterans in Kansas City this spring.  ... Read more
Ann Margret Montemayor
Cameo Photography in Osawatomie expanded into its new studio on Main Street during the grips of an economic tumble in 2009. But as Christy Derr celebrates the business’s 10th anniversary, it continues to grow through her creative tactics.  ... Read more
Ann Margret Montemayor
When Gean Brown checked his answering machine a couple of weeks ago, he was surprised to hear from a man who said he’d found his wallet. Brown lost his wallet 35 years ago.  ... Read more
A decision by the Prairie View USD 362 Board of Education to put a bond issue on the ballot later this spring for a new elementary school was the main focus of the Fontana City Council meeting Feb. 8.  ... Read more
Miami County commissioners expressed concern Wednesday that a federal highway bill could reduce their chance of getting funding for road and bridge projects in the future.  ... Read more
Spring Hill High School Orchestra members are giving community members the chance to enjoy an “Incredible Chocolate Breakfast” while listening to some good music and helping out a good cause at the same time.  ... Read more
Members of Miami County Emergency Medical Services soon may have a new home in which to operate, but the details of the building have not yet been finalized.  ... Read more
Ann Margret Montemayor
With the help of Jaccard Chiropractic, Louisburg residents will compete to see which one of them can be the “Biggest Loser” this year.  ... Read more
Ann Margret Montemayor
When Jenny Latendresse decided to buy Li’l Red Hen Quilt Shop in Paola, quilters and knitters around the county were happy to hear the store wouldn’t be closing.  ... Read more
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Phil Scott, a 1979 graduate of Paola High School, has released his seventh book, “Then & Now: How Airplanes Got This Way.”  ... Read more
Ann Margret Montemayor
When viola player Emily Winterburg moved to Louisburg in seventh grade, she was disappointed to learn there was no orchestra program.  ... Read more
The exterior of the Miami County Courthouse soon will have a fresh look, but it may be a bit longer before the broken clock atop the historic building is fixed.  ... Read more
Ann Margret Montemayor
Louisburg MOMS Club members and their children tried their hand at arranging flowers Tuesday afternoon with the help of florist Marcia Peterson at Ann’s Floral, Etc.  ... Read more
Ann Margret Montemayor
Miami County commissioners hope their focus on a new bridge project will help them acquire about $500,000 in off-system bridge funding from the Kansas Department of Transportation later this year.  ... Read more
Ann Margret Montemayor
Citizen’s Academy participants had to use a fingerprint, beer can, broken glass and a few interviews to solve a mock crime at their weekly class at the Miami County Sheriff’s Office last week.  ... Read more
Ward 4 residents interested in joining the Paola City Council may not have to wait until April’s election to join the governing body.  ... Read more
Ann Margret Montemayor
A move from Agate Street to the Square has proved a positive change for Design 4 Sports owners Jayme and Tommy Morris.  ... Read more
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With his long white hair, leather-fringed jacket and a moustache to rival Buffalo Bill Cody himself, Richard Sobek looks the part of the famous cowboy, except for the Bluetooth resting in his ear.  ... Read more
Travis Perry
Ann Margret Montemayor
Sunflower Elementary music students are under new direction this year with the addition of Jessica McClellan as their music instructor.  ... Read more
Ann Margret Montemayor
Featuring coffee from The Roasterie and doughnuts made fresh daily, Cornerstone Coffee and Donuts has plenty to offer the breakfast-lover.  ... Read more
Ann Margret Montemayor
Rebeca Hazaleus’ soaps smell good enough to eat, so good that her dogs do in fact have a taste if she’s not looking.  ... Read more
Ann Margret Montemayor
After buying land for D&G Christmas Tree Farm near Louisburg, it took Doug and Glenda Eble six or seven years to produce their first fully grown trees.  ... Read more
Jesse Kratz
After watching footage of Occupy Wall Street protesters challenge big business in America, Erin Rigney-Ptacek decided to bring that spirit to Louisburg by promoting shopping at local businesses for Christmas.  ... Read more
Ann Margret Montemayor
When children mail their letters to Santa at the Paola Post Office, they’re sure to get a reply from Old St. Nick himself.  ... Read more
Ann Margret Montemayor
M&L Collectibles in Osawatomie, like many small businesses, has learned that surviving during a recession requires adaptation.  ... Read more
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Miami County commissioners Wednesday accepted a report from BG Consultants, which recently inspected all 251 bridges in the county, but the work is just beginning for the county leaders.  ... Read more
Even as a lifelong conservative Republican, I have to say it was an honor to have an opportunity to hear President Barack Obama’s speech at Osawatomie High School on Tuesday.  ... Read more
Ann Margret Montemayor
After 14 years of making soaps and candles, the only thing Jean West’s experience has left her lacking is a sense of smell.  ... Read more
Ann Margret Montemayor
Miami County commissioners seemed to reach a consensus Wednesday about how the commission districts should be reorganized to coincide with 2010 census statistics.  ... Read more
Ann Margret Montemayor
The Level I special education classroom at Trojan Elementary school is lucky enough to have six adults for its nine students, but they’ve still got their hands full each day.  ... Read more
The consensus of Miami County commissioners Wednesday was to stick with their plan of providing 2-percent raises for employees next year, even though they learned that the general fund currently is estimated to have a deficit of about $18,000 at the end of the year.  ... Read more
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The Miami County 4-H poultry judging team returned from its national competition with a seventh-place finish overall and with two team members individually placing in the top 20.  ... Read more
The souvenirs from Mike Hursey’s trip to France in October aren’t mini Eiffel Towers or berets, but the flavors of Chocolat L’Africain, Croque Monsieur and many other morsels of French cuisine.  ... Read more
After a dormant decade, the Louisburg Council of Art has found new members to rebuild the once-active community organization that hosted popular concerts, talent shows and dinner theater shows.  ... Read more
Throughout 20 years in banking, Sandy Beets has worked for all but one banking chain in Miami County.  ... Read more
Sonshine Preschoolers knew all about the turkey and pumpkin pie, but they learned about the pilgrims and the Mayflower at Paola Free Library on Tuesday.  ... Read more
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Growing up in an Irish family, Veronica (Rust) Breville was always fascinated by the traditional folklore that has now found its way into her first book, “A Banshee’s Tale.”  ... Read more
Ann Margret Montemayor
Complete with full kitchen, living room, bedroom, bathroom and laundry room, this classroom in Lakemary Center isn’t for a typical course.  ... Read more
Ann Margret Montemayor
When the table is set at a Locavore gathering, the food is sure to be incredible, but more importantly to its members, it all comes from within 50 miles of their homes.  ... Read more
The Osawatomie First Presbyterian Church will host a special Thanksgiving community service at 7 p.m. Wednesday.  ... Read more
Miami County commissioners are still interested in a new study of the current Miami County Jail, but they hope to speak with officials from Treanor Architects next week to fine-tune the details of what the study would entail.  ... Read more
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Halfway through the 2011 Dakar Rally, racer Mike Stanfield was out with a broken foot, but this year, mechanic Scott Spears is determined to get his friend past the finish line.  ... Read more
The dry, windy conditions have put the local fire chiefs on high alert. Fred Miller, representing Miami County Rural Fire District No. 1, spoke to members of the Miami County Commission on Wednesday, asking them to support the local fire chiefs if they decide to institute a burn ban.  ... Read more
Ann Margret Montemayor
Allison Hamlin of Louisburg comes from a family of artists, and picking up photography was her addition to the family’s talents.  ... Read more
Ann Margret Montemayor
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Ann Margret Montemayor
Ann Margret Montemayor
When Watch D.O.G.S. go to school for the day, their job ranges from playing games to reading to a class and even to smelling students’ lunch if they think it’s gone bad.  ... Read more
Ann Margret Montemayor
Ann Margret Montemayor
With a rattle of the grain bucket, the alpacas come gliding over, the miniature horses and donkeys perk their ears, and the sheep bumble along quickly with urgent bleats.  ... Read more
Ann Montemayor
The buzzing of 15,000 bees whirring around your body is unsettling, even with a bee suit on, but for 11-year-old Alexis Kuehl, it’s a hobby she shares with her dad.  ... Read more
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Brian and Sara Gayley started their new portrait photography business about a year ago, but where Brian still feels most confident shooting is thousands of feet up in the sky, mid-free-fall.  ... Read more
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Annie Vangsnes
Henry Douglas and Amanda Stoner-Pettibon rushed up the sidewalk into the emergency room at Shawnee Mission Medical Center. Unfortunately, the nurse told them they were at the wrong entrance.  ... Read more
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Camella Harbison of Paola couldn’t sleep her first night in Hawaii. She had arrived with about 50 other travelers with the First Option Bank VIP Club the day before. At 4 a.m. she walked along the beautiful shoreline until she came upon a disheveled man sitting near a police station.  ... Read more
Annie Vangsnes
Echoing from the Paola School of Dance every Tuesday night is the click-clack of tap shoes, but it doesn’t come from little girls in tutus, and it’s not tap dancing.  ... Read more
Gene Morris
Members of Munchin’ Hogs at the Hilton were feeling good about their team’s chances in the East Central Kansas State Barbecue Championship on Friday afternoon, and their mood proved fitting.  ... Read more
Annie Vangsnes
Just off the road in front of Vicke and Rock Goodrick’s home near Louisburg are yard signs for zucchini, tomatoes and spaghetti squash. On the opposite side of the signs, there are old advertisements for Rock’s former construction business.  ... Read more
For parents looking to give their child the farm lifestyle but are unable to move out of town, a new home childcare center may be the answer.  ... Read more
Family planning services at the Miami County Health Department will continue, thanks to a decision by the Miami County Commission on Wednesday, but the vote was not unanimous.  ... Read more
Annie Vangsnes
After six years as principal at Swenson Early Chilhood Education Center, Andrea Manes still gets excited when the kindergartners learn to read every January.  ... Read more
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A team of youths from Miami and Linn counties placed second in the IronKids triathlon at Longview Lake in Lee’s Summit, Mo., last weekend.  ... Read more
Annie Vangsnes
Bob Holsinger started working in the heating and cooling business on the advice of his uncle.  ... Read more
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Tracing back six generations of railroaders, few families can boast such a long-running family business as Osawatomie’s Punshons  ... Read more
Annie Vangsnes
Since seventh grade, Melissa McKain’s friends always told her she gave great back massages, and with their encouragement, she decided to make a career out of it.  ... Read more
Annie Vangsnes
Although Tisha Scherman and Sarah Fawbush don’t sell produce at the Paola Farmers’ Market, they still have the most colorful booth.  ... Read more
Annie Vangsnes
On a sweltering day near Louisburg, Gerald and Marlyn Silvers walk out to check on their herd of Herefords nestled among a grove of trees.  ... Read more
Travis Perry
The Benton family of Paola has started a triathlon trend in Miami County, after other parents and children heard about their experience in the IronKids triathlon in June.  ... Read more
Annie Vangsnes
When Ken Bond and his four siblings were raised by their single mom in Milwaukee during the Great Depression, a garden was a geranium and a small tomato plant in a windowsill pot.  ... Read more
Annie Vangsnes
When Gene and Rita Schubel’s daughter wanted her in-laws to come get a taste of country life at her home near Louisburg, they realized there wasn’t anywhere for them to sleep.  ... Read more
Gene Morris
Young and old alike will remember the Panther Robotics float from the 2011 Miami County Fair Parade.  ... Read more
The Paola Farmers’ Market will offer shoppers a taste of its vendors’ produce Saturday during the first-ever chef cook-off.  ... Read more
Annie Vangsnes
Afraid that her 8-month-old puppy might bite someone, Sharon Woodrum took him to a dog trainer. What she didn’t expect was to fall in love with the practice of dog training.  ... Read more
Annie Vangsnes
From San Francisco to the Philippines, Lacy Frees has danced ballet, jazz and hip-hop all over the world.  ... Read more
Annie Vangsnes
Russ Porterfield may sell two of the least common items seen at the Paola Farmers’ Market — homegrown loofahs and handmade furniture.  ... Read more
Miami County commissioners officially approved the publication of the proposed 2012 county budget during their weekly meeting Wednesday.  ... Read more
Annie Vangsnes
After a lifetime of shooting photography as a hobby, Donna Cawley turned her passion into a profession a couple of months ago with the creation of DLC Creations.  ... Read more
After waking up at 5 a.m. and waiting eight hours in a St. Louis arena filled with 10,000 people, Nina Lopez of Paola had just 20 seconds to wow two producer judges for American Idol.  ... Read more
Photo by Annie Vangsnes
With 4,500 to 5,000 page views a month, stay-at-home-mom Rebecca Madrid-Burton’s blog may start bringing in some income for her family, but her reason for starting it was for her own well-being.  ... Read more
Photo by Annie Vangsnes
Photo by Annie Vangsnes
Photo by Annie Vangsnes
Kindergarten students at Cottonwood Elementary School will have a wider range of activities and events to experience once a new school year rolls around this fall — all thanks to a group of kindergarten teachers especially excited about teaching.  ... Read more
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Rush hour is approaching and Barrett Ballinger has his hands full.  ... Read more
As a new vendor at the Paola Farmers’ Market, Dan Campbell started selling because his tomato plants were brimming with tomatoes, and his family and friends didn’t have any more room in their pantries.  ... Read more
Photo by Annie Vangsnes
Photo by Annie Vangsnes
Emily, Rudy and Clare Benton of Paola, swam, biked and ran their way to qualifying for the IronKids national competition last weekend in Lawrence.  ... Read more
Photo by Annie Vangsnes
The walls of Jill Chase’s home are filled with her beautiful paintings, but she prefers to work on a larger scale, like the mural she painted in the Louisburg High School gymnasium.  ... Read more
Photo by Annie Vangsnes
Down the rows of 350 unmarked graves, they placed a silk flower at every third headstone. That’s how many flowers they could afford.  ... Read more
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A tornado that touched ground at least twice crept through a portion of Louisburg, uprooted several large trees, relocated two sheds and flipped a red Ford pickup truck on its side just before 11 a.m. Wednesday. No injuries were reported.  ... Read more
Marked with a paper sign that says “Magic Room,” Terri Peckman-Weis’ workshop at her home near Paola is filled with supplies to make wine bottle shirts and rugs that she sells at the Paola Farmers’ Market, in addition to fruits and vegetables.  ... Read more
Annie Vangsnes
After working in the pet food and supply industry since the age of 22, Dee Leach’s new store, Country Pet Supplies, was a logical next step to share her vast knowledge of pets with others.  ... Read more
Annie Vangsnes
Paola residents have a new option for pizza in town with the opening of Gambino’s Pizza last week, and with 18 specialty pizzas, calzones, sandwiches, salad bar and pasta there’s no shortage of choices.  ... Read more
The smell of cake is always wafting from Danielle Jackson’s oven in her Louisburg home. But this cake doesn’t stay in the pan; it’s made into bite-sized cake balls.  ... Read more
Safehome, a domestic violence shelter based in Johnson County, has expanded its advocacy services into Miami County with the help of a group of local volunteers.  ... Read more
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First Presbyterian Church in Paola celebrated the feat of 144 members paying off the church’s $1.3 million mortgage on Sunday.  ... Read more
Photo by Travis Perry
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Tricia Walania wondered what he son Andrew’s first words would’ve been as her family gathered to celebrate his 4th birthday at the cemetery. She never heard his giggle or even felt his breath. He was gone before he was born.  ... Read more
Photo by Annie Vangsnes
The Miami County Historical Museum has added another piece of history to its upcoming Civil War exhibit — a Union uniform jacket with two bullet holes and numerous medals and souvenirs.  ... Read more
When Edison Bruce’s friend showed up to their high school band concert missing pieces of his uniform, he was told he couldn’t participate and would receive an “F” for the performance. Bruce, who kept colored duct tape on him for repairs and projects, fashioned his friend a collar, bow tie and a triangular piece with drawn-on buttons to save his friend from failing  ... Read more
Before the first stroke of his paintbrush, Louis Case researches for hours to ensure that every pattern, every stitch, is historically accurate on his military miniature figurines.  ... Read more
Annie Vangsnes
After always being flagged down by children as he drove by, Dale Dollar finally had to take the “Bicycle Doctor” sign off of his Jeep.  ... Read more
Photo by Travis Perry
With the rampant predictions of market speculators and seeming unending unrest and uprising in the Middle East, the price of crude oil has hit painfully high marks since spiking to record levels only a few years ago. This has in turn led to steadily rising fuel prices over the last few months, and individuals are feeling the squeeze not just on the road, but in the skies, too.  ... Read more
Photo by Jesse Kratz
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The security guard at Lansing Correctional Facility wasn’t happy the visitors had broken dress code and worn blue jeans.  ... Read more
Photo by Annie Vangsnes
After giving birth to her second child, Heather Smith needed to add a second name to her children’s name bracelet. But after learning it would cost her $65 to add a strand of beads, she decided she could do it herself for much cheaper.  ... Read more
Voters headed to the polls Tuesday, and there were some closely contested races throughout Miami County. The following is a breakdown of the unofficial results in some of the key races throughout the county, but the results will not become official until after the canvass of votes Monday, during which provisional ballots are reviewed.  ... Read more
Photo by Annie Vangsnes
It takes a lot to silence an auditorium full of high school students who are just weeks away from prom and graduation, and that timeline may make Team Starfish’s message all the more pertinent.  ... Read more
Dustin Medlen’s grandpa ran a full-service mechanic shop at 134 S. Silver St. in Paola for 31 years, and now Medlen has decided to try his hand at it.  ... Read more
After 16 years, I finally came out of fishing retirement. The last time I fished was with my Donald Duck pole, and I caught a bullhead with my grandpa and brother. It was the only catch of the day, and I figured I did so well it was time to announce my retirement.  ... Read more
Gene Morris
After having an antique store on Paola Park Square for 12 years, Ann Davis and Jeff Hartle renovated their building and reopened under a new name — Prairie Legends. As the market for antiques has changed, so has the concept for Prairie Legends.  ... Read more
Miami County drivers need to get ready for a short-term detour south of Osawatomie and a longer-term one south of Louisburg.  ... Read more
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Director of golf started playing game at age 5  ... Read more
More details have been released about an accident Monday night in which a woman was injured after the sports-utility vehicle she was driving careened down a 30-foot embankment and through a portion of Wea Creek.  ... Read more
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The scent of herbs always reminds Pam Earnest of opening her grandmother’s cabinet of healing salves and creams and the overwhelming smells that would flood her nostrils. Now, as owner of Apothecary skin care line, she sells her natural, herbal products out of that same cabinet.  ... Read more
Last week, Lighthouse Presbyterian Church members were worried they wouldn’t have any chairs for their first service after a delivery delay. Now, the Paola church needs to order more.  ... Read more
By Travis Perry
Many businesses are the product of careful thought, financial planning and setting long-term goals. Amy Atwood’s, however, was more a result of accidental necessity, if anything.  ... Read more
Photo by Annie Vangsnes
Paul Scruggs and Vickie Vetter-Scruggs lived on 17 acres with a 5-acre lake, and Paul loves to hunt. Bob and Julie Zoller lived on 80 acres of prime hunting land, but Bob doesn’t hunt; he kayaks. So the pair of friends decided to try something a little unorthodox: They swapped houses.  ... Read more
Photo by Annie Vangsnes
When Hillsdale Bank Bar-B-Q opens for the season today, they’ll be bringing a couple of new, healthy items to the table.  ... Read more
Miami County commissioners aren’t quite ready to approve a low bidder for the 295th Street and Metcalf Road intersection reconstruction project.  ... Read more
Photo by Brian McCauley
Sunday afternoon marked a milestone in the lives of 11 local Scouts, as they shed their Cub Scout honors and crossed over the bridge to become Boy Scouts.  ... Read more
Photo by Annie Vangsnes
When students at Sunflower Elementary School in Paola learn how to multiply, they use a method that looks more like geometry than the traditional setup most of their parents learned when they were in school.  ... Read more
Annie Vangsnes
At age 70, Larry White not only has 61 years of trombone-playing under his belt, but he also puts it to good use between the five bands he plays in.  ... Read more
Photo Brandon Steinert
Inch by inch, Attention to Detail KS owner Matt Kelly meticulously and purposefully maneuvers through each nook and cranny in his customer’s car. From removing dust from behind the door handle to scrubbing every fiber in the carpet and upholstery, Kelly makes a concentrated effort to remove every unwanted speck of dirt and grime.  ... Read more
Photo by Travis Perry
For as long as Ashley Dooley Wohlgemuth can remember, the YMCA has been an important part of her life. It’s where she learned to swim, held her first job and learned about living life. It only seems fitting for Wohlgemuth to have continued to make the YMCA her life, now in her role as the new executive director of the Miami County Family YMCA.  ... Read more
Gene Morris
Throughout the day on Tuesday, as a massive snow storm hit Miami County along with much of the Midwest, the message was simple — stay home.  ... Read more
Photo by Annie Vangsnes
Going to church isn’t the usual Valentine’s Day date, but several couples gathered at United Methodist Church in Paola on Monday for a special ceremony to reaffirm their wedding vows.  ... Read more
As he stood waiting anxiously in the cold concrete tunnel, he saw several celebrities pass by. Andrew Johnson was nervous but he could feel the adrenalin running through his body as he saw the halftime stage and felt everyone’s growing anticipation. He was about to run onto the field at Cowboys Stadium during the Super Bowl.  ... Read more
Annie Vangsnes
In the two and a half years since Cheryl Welch has opened her store, she has sold more than 900 handmade purse organizers.  ... Read more
Annie Vangsnes
Taylor Forge Engineered Systems in Paola has continued to grow over the last few years and is now expanding its main office to accommodate more employees.  ... Read more
Annie Vangsnes
About 75 Pearl Street Baptist Church members of all ages set out Sunday morning to help community members around their homes for The Church Has Left the Building event.  ... Read more
Annie Vangsnes
The Osawatomie State Hospital (wing) is home to a special piece of art. It isn’t a canvas or sculpture, but two whole walls removed from Old Main before it was torn down in the 1970s.  ... Read more
For a while now, Christians have shown a renewed interest in politics, and rightfully so. As the political climate moves further from our nation’s Biblical foundation, Christians have become more vigilant in trying to get involved in politics and steer our country back on track.  ... Read more
Safety improvements are still planned to take place at the intersection of Old Kansas City Road and 287th Street just north of Paola, but the extent of those improvements have not been finalized.  ... Read more
Brandon Steinert
The Agape Christian Center food pantry, Louisburg Lions Club and the Immaculate Conception Knights of Columbus would not be the same had Louisburg resident Jake Jarsulic not chosen this small town in which to spend his retirement.  ... Read more
Travis Perry
It was a fateful day in 1964 when Jeff Walmann was introduced to the world of Scouting.  ... Read more
Brandon Steinert
Cabela’s Foremost Outfitter, Ducks Unlimited, Bass Pro Shops, John Deere and Caterpillar Tractor all have at least one thing in common with Louisburg — master duck- and goose-call maker Joe Bucher, owner and operator of Heritage Calls Inc.  ... Read more
Brian McCauley
The pressure was on last week at Sunflower Elementary, but 34 young spellers stepped up to the microphone and put their knowledge of the English language to the test during the school’s annual spelling bee.  ... Read more
Jesse Kratz
Every once in awhile teachers will take an unorthodox approach to how they teach. It may raise some eyebrows outside of the classroom, but for the students inside, it usually only makes things a bit more exciting and out of the ordinary.  ... Read more
Whether you’re looking for practice tests, car manuals, homework help or even audio books, it can all be found in one place with the help of library-sponsored databases.  ... Read more
Paola is asking its residents to help the city conserve energy, and local efforts could be worth up to $100,000.  ... Read more
It has been another cold, snowy, icy week. I am almost ready to head south somewhere for some warm sunshine and comfortable fishing temperatures.  ... Read more
Breathing home indoor radon causes nearly one hundred times more deaths each year than carbon monoxide poisoning. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer behind smoking, and some 20,000 people will die this year due to breathing too much radon without even knowing it.  ... Read more
Throughout the county, recipients of mini grants from the economic development department have put their extra money to good use in an attempt to broaden their knowledge as rural business owners.  ... Read more
Miami County Commissioners voted on Wednesday to purchase a new ambulance for the Miami County Emergency Medical Services fleet.  ... Read more
Osawatomie’s Trojan Elementary and Swenson Early Childhood Education Center will host their annual Dads and Donuts event to celebrate the start of spring sign-ups for the district’s Watch D.O.G.S. program.  ... Read more
Library director Rosy King met with Miami County Commission members during a study session Wednesday to talk about plans to make the city library a district library.  ... Read more
People have been fascinated by popcorn for centuries.  ... Read more
The United States Postal Service wants to remind residents, both in town and in rural areas, to keep walkways and areas around mailboxes free of snow and ice.  ... Read more
Angel Food Ministries wants to help people save on groceries.  ... Read more
Annie Vangsnes
Schindler said anti-aging products incorporate protective oils that help restore health to aging, gray or white hair.  ... Read more
Annie Vangsnes
Paola Volunteer Firefighter Mark Dozier spends many days battling flames and smoke. But more often than not, it isn’t in a burning building, but in his smoker filled with ribs, brisket and turkey.  ... Read more

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