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Allen County Approves Road Overlay and Reviews Infrastructure Priorities at Commissioners Meeting

Tuesday, October 7

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — Allen County Commissioners Tuesday approved an $85,683 expenditure for a 1.5-inch overlay on 1150 Road from US 169 to the Neosho County line. This road has been closed to through traffic due to a bridge replacement project in Neosho County,... Read More.

Gates’ Iola Plant to Lay Off 80 Workers as Manufacturing Line Closes

Tuesday, October 7

IOLA, Kan. — We now have some firmer numbers on the impending layoffs at Gates' Iola Plant. Thrive Allen County Economic Development Director Camille Lavon told Allen County Commissioners Tuesday 80 people will be affected as the company closes one of three manufacturing lines... Read More.

KDOT Announces Approved September Bids

Tuesday, October 7

The Kansas Department of Transportation announces approved bids for state highway construction and maintenance projects. The letting took place Sept. 17, 2025, in Topeka. Some of the bids may include multiple projects that have been bundled based on proximity and type of work. District One... Read More.

Former Wabaunsee County Jailer Arrested

Sunday, October 5

WABAUNSEE COUNTY, Kan. — A former correctional officer of the Wabaunsee County Jail was arrested today following an investigation led by the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI). Jeffery Patrick, 48, was arrested Sunday at approximately 12:00 p.m. after he turned himself in to authorities at... Read More.

Gates to Lay Off Employees at Iola Plant

Friday, October 3

IOLA, Kan. — Gates Corporation will be laying off about 30 percent of the workforce at their Iola Plant before the end of the year. KANSASWORKS received a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) notice Thursday regarding employees at the facility on the south... Read More.

Lead Action Levels Exceeded in Some Iola Water Samples

Friday, October 3

IOLA, Kan. — Some water samples taken in the city of Iola have exceeded action levels for lead. The city in a statement late this morning said more than ten percent of samples taken between June 1st and September 30th exceeded action levels for lead. Corrective... Read More.

KHP Seeking Witnesses to a Vehicle Pursuit that Ended in Montgomery County

Thursday, October 2

The Kansas Highway Patrol Highway Patrol is seeking assistance from the public to identify witnesses to a vehicle pursuit that terminated in Montgomery County, Kansas, on September 26, 2025. The pursuit began in Owasso, Oklahoma, by officers from the Owasso Oklahoma Police Department with... Read More.

ACC Student Musicians Showcase Talent at Fall Recital

Thursday, October 2

IOLA, Kan. (Oct. 2, 2025) — Allen Community College student musicians performed a variety of instrumental, vocal and piano selections during the Fall Student Recital held Oct. 1 at 7 p.m. in the ACC A Complex, in the area of campus commonly referred to... Read More.

Kansas Board of Regents Releases 2025 Fall Preliminary Enrollment Summary

Thursday, October 2

The Fall Preliminary (20th Day) Enrollment Summary was released on Oct. 1 by the Kansas Board of Regents (KBOR). According to the KBOR, fall semester enrollment at Kansas' 19 community colleges was up by eight tenths of a percent from last fall. Allen Community College fall... Read More.

One Person Airlifted after Vehicle Falls on Them Near Westphalia

Thursday, October 2

ANDERSON COUNTY, Kan. — One person was airlifted to a Kansas City area trauma center after a vehicle fell on them this morning near Westphalia. According to the Anderson County Sheriff's Office, the call came in at 9:44 a.m., with deputies along with Anderson County... Read More.

Allen County 4th Annual Veterans Day Mess Call to be held Friday, November 7 at 6 PM

Thursday, October 2

IOLA, Kan. — All tables have been sponsored for the 4th Annual Veterans Day Mess Call, which will be held Friday, Nov. 7 at 1800 hours military or 6 p.m. civilian time at the Iola North Community Building. Reservations are now being accepted for the... Read More.

Donated Ambulance Becomes Allied Health Educational Unit at NCCC

Thursday, October 2

CHANUTE, Kan. — Neosho County Community College (NCCC) recently debuted the Allied Health Educational Unit, a former ambulance that has found new life as a laboratory classroom for Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) students. “We are constantly adapting to the changing needs of our current and... Read More.

Allen County Approves Road Overlay and Reviews Infrastructure Priorities at Commissioners Meeting

Gates’ Iola Plant to Lay Off 80 Workers as Manufacturing Line Closes

KDOT Announces Approved September Bids

Former Wabaunsee County Jailer Arrested

Gates to Lay Off Employees at Iola Plant

Lead Action Levels Exceeded in Some Iola Water Samples

KHP Seeking Witnesses to a Vehicle Pursuit that Ended in Montgomery County

ACC Student Musicians Showcase Talent at Fall Recital

Kansas Board of Regents Releases 2025 Fall Preliminary Enrollment Summary

One Person Airlifted after Vehicle Falls on Them Near Westphalia

Allen County 4th Annual Veterans Day Mess Call to be held Friday, November 7 at 6 PM

Donated Ambulance Becomes Allied Health Educational Unit at NCCC

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