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Investigation Still Ongoing for Missing Teen in the Yates Center Area

Tuesday, March 3

(March 6, 2026) — The search continues for missing 15-year-old Lia Seely. Yates Center Police reported Friday afternoon law enforcement has made contact with someone known as “Ronnie” who after speaking with that person and their family, has no knowledge of the whereabouts of... Read More.

ACC Student Filmmaker Finds Confidence and Opportunity Close to Home with Premiere of Kent, Addicks

Tuesday, March 3

IOLA, Kan. (March 3, 2026) — For Allen Community College theatre and film student Cole Moyer, growing up in a small Kansas town never felt like a limitation—but for many young artists, it can. Moyer, 19, has lived in Iola since second grade and... Read More.

Allen County Commissioners Approve Hangar Rent Increase and Discuss Neighborhood Revitalization Program

Tuesday, March 3

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — Matters involving the Allen County Airport were a major topic of discussion for County Commissioners Tuesday. At Commissioner David Lee's request, the discussion covered hangar rates, construction of another hangar, and priority lists for hangar rental. On the subject of rent,... Read More.

VFW Department of Kansas Recognizes March as Women’s Military History Month

Tuesday, March 3

KANSAS (March 3, 2026) — The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Department of Kansas joins the nation in recognizing March as Women's Military History Month, honoring the service, sacrifice, and leadership of women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Women have played... Read More.

Managing Cattle Nutrition During Pasture Recovery

Tuesday, March 3

K-State beef cattle expert outlines how to use donated hay wisely and protect cow body condition after a wildfire event MANHATTAN, Kan. (k-state.edu) — Persistent drought has already tested ranchers across western Kansas this winter — and now, prairie fires have added another layer... Read More.

Cattle Chat: What Goes into Your Vet School Application

Tuesday, March 3

K-State beef cattle experts highlight what makes students stand out when applying for vet school MANHATTAN, Kan. (k-state.edu) — Experts from the Kansas State University Beef Cattle Institute recently provided insight into the veterinary school application process during an episode of the BCI... Read More.

Yates Center Police Seek Help Finding Missing 15 Year Old Girl

Monday, March 2

YATES CENTER, Kan. — Yates Center Police are asking for your help in locating a 15-year-old girl who was reported missing early this morning. Assistant Police Chief Vinson Baker said Lia Renee Seely was last seen Sunday evening at approximately 8 PM Sunday, and at... Read More.

Kansas Corporation Commission Approves Atmos Energy Rate Hike, Effective Sunday

Friday, February 27

The Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) has approved a $12 million natural gas rate increase for Atmos Energy to recover costs already incurred by the company for safety and reliability projects. The rate hike, which takes effect Sunday, will mean an approximately 6.81 percent increase for... Read More.

Gap Year Grad Finds Purpose at Allen Community College

Thursday, February 26

IOLA, Kan. (Feb. 19, 2026) — When Alyssa Williams graduated from Iola High School in 2025, she didn’t head straight to college like many of her peers. Instead, she chose to work, regroup, and give herself time to understand what she wanted to do... Read More.

Six Kansas Couples Named Master Farm Families

Wednesday, February 25

Families will be honored during banquet in Manhattan on March 13 MANHATTAN, Kan. — Six couples will be honored on March 13 as the 2026 class of Kansas Master Farm Families in recognition of their leadership in agriculture, environmental stewardship and service to their communities. The... Read More.

Bridge North of Yates Center is Undergoing Repairs

Wednesday, February 25

Repairs are underway on a U.S. 75 bridge north of Yates Center in Woodson County, according to the Kansas Department of Transportation. Traffic is reduced to one lane on the bridge and guided by traffic signals as work progresses. A width restriction of 14 feet... Read More.

Iola City Council Waives Fees for Statewide 4-H Workshop, Accepts Bid from Poor Boy Tree Service for 2025 Tree Trimming Project

Wednesday, February 25

IOLA, Kan. — The Iola City Council Monday approved waiving rental fees for a statewide 4-H entomology workshop to be held in Iola in June at the John Silas Bass North Community Building. Vicky Wallace, a master state 4-H volunteer who works with the... Read More.

Investigation Still Ongoing for Missing Teen in the Yates Center Area

ACC Student Filmmaker Finds Confidence and Opportunity Close to Home with Premiere of Kent, Addicks

Allen County Commissioners Approve Hangar Rent Increase and Discuss Neighborhood Revitalization Program

VFW Department of Kansas Recognizes March as Women’s Military History Month

Managing Cattle Nutrition During Pasture Recovery

Cattle Chat: What Goes into Your Vet School Application

Yates Center Police Seek Help Finding Missing 15 Year Old Girl

Kansas Corporation Commission Approves Atmos Energy Rate Hike, Effective Sunday

Gap Year Grad Finds Purpose at Allen Community College

Six Kansas Couples Named Master Farm Families

Bridge North of Yates Center is Undergoing Repairs

Iola City Council Waives Fees for Statewide 4-H Workshop, Accepts Bid from Poor Boy Tree Service for 2025 Tree Trimming Project

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