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Stream Advisory Rescinded for the City of Garnett Stormwater Drainage System and Lake Garnett

Sunday, January 11

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded a previously issued stream advisory for the City of Garnett’s stormwater drainage system extending to the confluence of Lake Garnett (North Lake). The stream advisory was a result of the release of an unknown... Read More.

Kansas Highway Patrol Reports New Year’s Holiday Activity

Wednesday, January 7

KANSAS - The Kansas Highway Patrol is releasing its New Year’s Holiday Activity Report. The reporting period for the holiday ran from 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, through 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, January 4, 2026. The Kansas Highway Patrol worked two non-DUI related fatal... Read More.

Allen Community College Announces Hall of Fame Class of 2026

Tuesday, January 6

IOLA, Kan. (Jan. 6, 2026) — Allen Community College proudly announces the Red Devil Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2026. The inductees include: Judith Bragg — Volleyball Coach, 1973–82 Duane Wales — Baseball, 1982–83 Kenny Norris — Track & Field, 1973–74 “Apples” Waddell... Read More.

Allen County Commissioners to Discontinue Evening Meetings, Discuss Ambulance Repairs and New Projects

Tuesday, January 6

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — Allen County Commissioners Tuesday decided to end for now their practice of holding one evening meeting a month, which has been on the 3rd Tuesday. Commissioner David Lee said participation in the night meetings was not what he had hoped. In... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Rescinded for City of Toronto, Woodson County

Tuesday, January 6

TORONTO, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded a boil water advisory for the City of Toronto public water supply system located in Woodson County. The advisory was issued because of a loss of pressure in the distribution system.... Read More.

Resilient Warrior Luncheon to be Held in Iola Saturday

Tuesday, January 6

IOLA, Kan. — A Resilient Warrior Luncheon is being held in Iola Saturday from 11:30 AM until 2 PM at the National Guard Armory at 1021 North State. Allen County Undersheriff Nate Jackson said the primary purpose of the event is to bring together... Read More.

School to Promote Safe and Effective Prescribed Burns

Tuesday, January 6

Speakers to share guidelines for planning and conducting burns, having the necessary tools GARNETT, Kan. — The K-State Research and Extension Frontier District, in partnership with the Anderson County Conservation District will host a prescribed burn school designed to help landowners and producers plan and... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Issued for the City of Toronto, Woodson County

Monday, January 5

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the City of Toronto public water supply system located in Woodson County. Customers should observe the following precautions until further notice: Boil water for one minute prior to drinking or... Read More.

Car Crashes through Moran Post Office Saturday, No Injuries Reported

Monday, January 5

MORAN, Kan. — No injuries were reported after a car crashed through the front of the Moran Post Office Saturday. The Allen County Sheriff's Office reports Larry Drake was parking his vehicle in front of the post office when his foot slipped off the brake... Read More.

Kansas Congressional Delegation Deplores Seized Venezuelan President, Eager for Military Briefings

Sunday, January 4

TOPEKA, Kan. (Jan. 3, 2026) — Members of the Kansas congressional delegation denounced Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro as a dictator and urged President Donald Trump to explain to Congress use of U.S. airstrikes and deployment of troops to seize Maduro for prosecution in... Read More.

Update on New Years Eve Chemical Spill in Garnett

Sunday, January 4

GARNETT, Kan. — The Environmental Protection Agency said Sunday while they still haven't determined what the substance was that spilled early the evening of December 31st in Garnett on parts of Maple Street (US 59) south from Park Road and east from Maple on... Read More.

Stream Advisory Issued for the City of Garnett Stormwater Drainage System and Lake Garnett

Friday, January 2

TOPEKA, Kan. — Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a stream advisory for the City of Garnett’s stormwater drainage system extending to the confluence of Lake Garnett (North Lake). The issuance of the stream advisory resulted from the release of an... Read More.

Stream Advisory Rescinded for the City of Garnett Stormwater Drainage System and Lake Garnett

Kansas Highway Patrol Reports New Year’s Holiday Activity

Allen Community College Announces Hall of Fame Class of 2026

Allen County Commissioners to Discontinue Evening Meetings, Discuss Ambulance Repairs and New Projects

Boil Water Advisory Rescinded for City of Toronto, Woodson County

Resilient Warrior Luncheon to be Held in Iola Saturday

School to Promote Safe and Effective Prescribed Burns

Boil Water Advisory Issued for the City of Toronto, Woodson County

Car Crashes through Moran Post Office Saturday, No Injuries Reported

Kansas Congressional Delegation Deplores Seized Venezuelan President, Eager for Military Briefings

Update on New Years Eve Chemical Spill in Garnett

Stream Advisory Issued for the City of Garnett Stormwater Drainage System and Lake Garnett

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