Iola News

Chief Justice Marla Luckert to Step Back From Role

Friday, December 19

TOPEKA, Kan. — Chief Justice Marla Luckert will resign from the office of chief justice on January 2, but she will remain as a justice on the Supreme Court until she retires on a date to be announced. The Kansas Constitution includes a provision that... Read More.

Potato…Po-tah-to: Knowing the Variety Makes a Difference in How You Cook Versatile Vegetable

Friday, December 19

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University food scientist Karen Blakeslee says that even though two potato varieties may seem the same, there can be a big difference in how each makes it to the dinner table. She said starch and moisture content determine the best... Read More.

KBI Investigating Officer-Involved Shooting in Leavenworth

Thursday, December 18

LEAVENWORTH COUNTY – The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred Thursday afternoon in Leavenworth, Kansas. On Dec. 18, at approximately 4:10 p.m., the Leavenworth Police Department requested KBI assistance. KBI agents and the Crime Scene Response Team responded to investigate. At around... Read More.

Aerial Fire Attack Grounded Thursday, December 18

Thursday, December 18

The high winds are also hampering part of the wildfire response. The Kansas Forest Service said their firefighting aircraft are grounded today due to the high winds, which can make flying unsafe for pilots and reduce effectiveness of water drops. Because of this, firefighters... Read More.

Allen Community College Awarded Apprenticeship Grant from Kansas Department of Commerce

Wednesday, December 17

IOLA, Kan. (Dec. 15, 2025) — Allen Community College has received $58,351.30 through the Kansas Department of Commerce’s Registered Apprenticeship Grant Project to expand workforce training and create new apprenticeship opportunities. The funding will support development of a building maintenance and plumbing apprenticeship program... Read More.

Allen County Commissioners Hear Briefing on Signage Plans for Lehigh Portland State Park

Tuesday, December 16

IOLA, Kan. — Allen County Road and Bridge supervisor Jeremy Hopkins briefed Allen County Commissioners Tuesday on signage plans for Lehigh Portland State Park. In discussions with the state, three locations have been identified including US 54 and State Street, US 169 and Minnesota... Read More.

New Grant Opportunity Available to Small Business Owners

Tuesday, December 16

IOLA, Kan. — There's a new grant opportunity for small business owners. American Express and Main Street America's AMEX Shop Small Grant will provide 250 small businesses $20,000 each to help them grow, innovate, and support their local Communities. This grant is for independently owned businesses... Read More.

Allen Community College earns recognition as Best-in-Class Employer by Gallagher

Tuesday, December 16

IOLA, Kan. — Allen Community College has been named a 2025 Best-in-Class Employer by Gallagher, a global insurance brokerage, risk management, and consulting firm. The recognition is based on ACC’s responses to Gallagher’s annual Benefits Strategy & Benchmarking Survey, which evaluates organizations on strategic... Read More.

Allen Community College Announces Fall 2025 Honors Lists

Tuesday, December 16

IOLA, Kan. — Allen Community College announced its Fall 2025 academic honors, recognizing students named to the President’s Honor Roll, Dean’s Honor Roll, and Academic Honors list. President’s Honor Roll (4.0 GPA) Kalyse Arianna Abernathy — Hutchinson Camila Ribeiro Afonso — Sao Paulo, Brazil Katrina... Read More.

Suspect Sought in Connection with Bomb Found Sunday in Iola

Monday, December 15

IOLA, Kan. — Iola Police are looking for an identified suspect in connection with the discovery of a Chemical bomb Sunday. In a statement Monday morning, Police said they had been given information about a bomb in a ditch near Cottonwood and Buchanan Streets. A search... Read More.

ACC Celebrates Innovation and Service at Annual Awards Ceremony

Friday, December 12

IOLA, Kan. — Allen Community College honored outstanding employees during its annual Service and Recognition Awards ceremony Dec. 12 in the ACC Student Life Center, with the League for Innovation Excellence Awards taking center stage. The League for Innovation Excellence Award recognizes faculty and staff... Read More.

Caring for Poinsettias

Thursday, December 11

K-State horticulture expert says popular holiday plant can be maintained year-round MANHATTAN, Kan. — In all their colorful glory, poinsettias are a great addition to any home during the holiday season. Ranging from red, white, green, pink or a color combination, poinsettias can be maintained year-round,... Read More.