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Two Hospitalized After Police Chase Ends in Crash in Allen County

Tuesday, September 8

Two people were hospitalized Monday after the car they were riding in crashed during a police pursuit in Allen County. The crash was reported at 11:42 a.m. near 4550th Street and Hawaii Road, about two miles northeast of Elsmore. According to the Kansas Highway Patrol,... Read More.

Magnet Fishing in Labette County Leads to Surprising Finds

Tuesday, September 8

Two magnet fishing enthusiasts exploring rural Labette County recently pulled up a collection of unexpected items, prompting them to contact law enforcement in case any of the discoveries were connected to an active investigation. Chance James of Lenapah, Oklahoma, became interested in the hobby... Read More.

Update: Allen County Temporary Burn Ban Extended

Tuesday, September 8

Update: Sept. 8, 2026 Allen County’s temporary burn ban has been extended through 11:59 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 9, due to hot, dry and windy conditions. The ban prohibits outdoor burning in the county’s unincorporated areas, including controlled burns, grass and brush burning, campfires and fireworks.... Read More.

Overlay Project to Begin Sept. 14 on U.S. 59

Tuesday, September 8

The Kansas Department of Transportation will begin an asphalt overlay project around Monday, Sept. 14, on U.S. 59 and a portion of K-47 in Neosho County. The project will mill 1.5 inches from the existing surface of U.S. 59 and K-47 and then apply a... Read More.

US 54 Reconstruction in Iola Reaches Milestone

Monday, September 7

The ongoing reconstruction of U.S. 54 through Iola reached its first major milestone Friday as crews opened a newly rebuilt section of the highway through the downtown business district. With traffic now using the north half of the highway, the south lanes from State Street... Read More.

Crawford County Deputies Apprehend Juveniles after Stolen Vehicle Pursuit

Sunday, September 6

Two juvenile males were taken into custody Thursday morning after authorities pursued a stolen vehicle from Frontenac into Fort Scott. Shortly after 6 a.m., a Crawford County Sheriff’s Office deputy located the vehicle traveling north on Parkview Drive in Frontenac. The vehicle had been reported... Read More.

Kansas Hay Prices Rise as Drought Tightens Supplies and Boosts Out-of-State Demand

Sunday, September 6

Kansas—This past week, compared to last week, demand and movement remained steady. Drought conditions across much of the state continue to intensify, placing additional stress on crop and hay production. Hay supplies remain tight, with significant volumes moving out of state to meet demand.... Read More.

Westco Furniture Donates Sectional Sofa to Allen Community College Music Program

Sunday, September 6

Students in the Allen Community College Music Department are enjoying a new sectional sofa thanks to a generous donation from Westco Furniture in Iola. The sectional, donated Aug. 31 by Westco Furniture owner Brek Ulrich, has been placed in the Fishpond area, a gathering space... Read More.

Serious Injury Crash Involving Horse-Drawn Buggy Under Investigation in Coffey County

Sunday, September 6

The Coffey County Sheriff’s Office, assisted by the Kansas Highway Patrol, is investigating a severe-injury collision that occurred Saturday evening on Fauna Road, approximately three miles south of Jacob’s Creek. The crash was reported just after 5:35 p.m. on Fauna Road, just north of 13th... Read More.

KDA to Host 20th Annual Kansas Grape Stomp at the Kansas State Fair

Friday, September 4

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Feel the squish of the grapes in the time-honored tradition of grape stomping as you help celebrate the grape and farm winery industries in Kansas. The Kansas Department of Agriculture will host the 20th annual Kansas Grape Stomp on Saturday, September... Read More.

KDHE and KDWP Issues Public Health Advisories for Kansas Lakes Due to Blue-Green Algae

Friday, September 4

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) have issued a public health advisory due to blue-green algae. The water recreation season in Kansas officially runs from April 1 to Oct. 31, as do the harmful... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Issued for the Allen Co RWD 10, Allen County

Friday, September 4

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the Allen Co RWD 10 public water supply system located in Allen County. Customers should observe the following precautions until further notice: Boil water for one minute prior to drinking... Read More.