Iola News

Big Kansas Road Trip Pop-Up Saturday in Humboldt

Wednesday, April 29

The Big Kansas Road Trip is coming to Humboldt Saturday. It's sponsored by the Kansas Sampler Foundation as part of their Kansas Explorers Club and is one of a series of pop-up events held in primarily rural communities around Kansas. “It's an opportunity... Read More.

Construction, Bond Bids for US 54 Reconstruction in Iola Lower Than Expected

Tuesday, April 28

The Iola City Council received good news times two at Monday night's meeting on the US 54 reconstruction project. City Manager Matt Rehder said the first good news was on the bid for the project, which including contingencies came in at $12,9 million, less... Read More.

Allen County Commissioners Hear Budget Proposals, Fleet Concerns

Tuesday, April 28

Prior to presenting his proposed 2027 budget Tuesday, Allen County Sheriff Anthony Maness discussed with County Commissioners the Enterprise Fleet proposal, during which he said a presentation from Enterprise's Ken Olsen “gave him pause,” largely because of the aggressiveness of his proposal. I'm not... Read More.

Chanute City Commission Hears Airport Updates, Golf Course Membership Fee Increases

Monday, April 27

Chanute City Commissioners Monday heard updates on projects at Martin Johnson Airport, two of which last week were awarded grants from the Kansas Department of Transportation The largest of the projects will be major maintenance work on the airport's main runway. Caleb Coltrane... Read More.

Severe Storms, Tornadoes impact SE Kansas Sunday

Monday, April 27

Severe storms impacted many areas in southeast Kansas late Sunday afternoon and into the evening. There were two rounds of storms, the first late in the afternoon that moved from central Kansas produced winds reported as high as 80 miles an hour northeast of... Read More.

Uniontown Boil Water Advisory lifted

Friday, April 24

The last of the boil water advisories stemming from a water line break April 18th in Fort Scott has been lifted by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment. The city of Uniontown's boil advisory was lifted Friday afternoon after lab testing confirmed... Read More.

John Masterson Named ACC Distinguished Alumni

Friday, April 24

Allen Community College has announced John Masterson, longtime educator and former college president, as its 2026 Distinguished Alumnus, recognizing a lifetime of service defined by care, connection, and a deep commitment to student success. A native of Iola and an Allen alumnus himself, Masterson’s relationship... Read More.

Repair Project Begins on US 169 Near Iola

Friday, April 24

The Kansas Department of Transportation has begun a pavement repair project on US 169 near Iola. This project involves full-depth concrete repair at three locations near the Elm Creek bridge about 1.2 miles south of the US 54 interchange. Two of the sites are... Read More.

ACC Jazz Band Has Upcoming Performances

Friday, April 24

In addition to this evening's performance for the dedication of the marquee at the Iola Theatre, Allen Community College's Jazz band has several other perfomances coming up over the next couple of weeks. Friday, May 1st the Jazz Band will play at the... Read More.

Two Men Injured in Thursday Afternoon Plane Crash North of Chanute

Thursday, April 23

Two men were injured just before 5 PM Thursday when their plane crashed north of Chanute. The Kansas Highway Patrol said the plane lost engine function southwest of Chanute and tried to land at Martin Johnson Airport. Due to cloud cover they missed... Read More.

KDHE Lifts Boil Advisory for Bourbon County RWD 2C, Continues for Uniontown

Thursday, April 23

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has lifted the Boil Water Advisory for customers of Bourbon County Rural Water District 2C, however the advisory is continuing for now for the City of Uniontown, which gets water from the District. The advisory was... Read More.

ACC Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week

Thursday, April 23

IOLA, Kan. — In recognition of National Apprenticeship Week, April 26–May 2, Allen Community College will host “Drive Your Future: Career Exploration Day” on Thursday, April 30, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The event will take place in the college gym and... Read More.