Iola News

Two Vehicle Crash Claims Life Near Chanute, Injures Another

Monday, May 5

CHANUTE, Kan. — A Chanute woman was killed and one other person injured in a two vehicle crash early Monday morning about 15 miles east of Chanute.The Kansas Highway Patrol said an SUV driven by Teresa Phillips was northbound on K-39 /US 59 near... Read More.

Brush Pile Likely Cause of March Fire that Destroyed Yates Center Nursing Home

Friday, May 2

YATES CENTER, Kan. — The Kansas State Fire Marshal's Office has classified a March 14th wildfire that spread to and destroyed Yates Center Health and Rehabilitation as incendiary, or human-caused.Although the full report wasn't able to be released by Woodson County Emergency Management due... Read More.

University Videographer Completes Documentary on Area Baseball Greats

Friday, May 2

The efforts to honor two pivotal figures in baseball history have been captured in a new documentary by filmmaker Aaron Thompson (BS ‘09). Thompson, who has been Pittsburg State University’s videographer since 2019, is also a graduate student in the Communication Department. He is on... Read More.

KCC Orders AT&T to Pay $60K in Penalties for Failing to Provide Locates

Thursday, May 1

TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) has assessed $60,000 in fines to AT&T for failure to provide timely locate marks of its underground facilities as required by the Kansas Underground Prevention Act (KUUDPA). Kansas law requires excavators to provide at least two days... Read More.

Kansas Announces April Total Tax Collections at $1.33B; 1.3% Above Estimate

Thursday, May 1

TOPEKA, Kan. — In April 2025, the State of Kansas reported total tax collections of $1.33 billion, exceeding estimates by $17.6 million or 1.3%. Compared to April 2024, total tax collections were down 5.9%.Governor Laura Kelly emphasized the importance of maintaining fiscally responsible budgeting... Read More.

Governor Kelly Issues State of Disaster Emergency Proclamation to Allow for Motor Carrier Waiver

Thursday, May 1

Governor Laura Kelly issued a state of disaster emergency proclamation Wednesday, April 30, to allow a waiver for hours of service for motor carriers in Kansas. Areas within Kansas and surrounding states are experiencing a fuel shortage causing long lines at fuel terminals thereby... Read More.

Allen County Tackles Traffic and Safety Concerns, Considers Budget Increase for SEK Multi-County Health Department

Wednesday, April 30

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — Allen County Commissioners heard an update Tuesday on issues regarding truck parking along Montana Road presented to them last week. Sheriff Anthony Maness said in checking with Iola Police Chief Jared Warner, it was confirmed that the entire section of... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Rescinded for the City of La Harpe

Wednesday, April 30

TOPEKA, Kan — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded a boil water advisory for the City of La Harpe public water supply system located in Allen County. The advisory was issued because of a waterline break resulting in a loss... Read More.

Sen. Marshall Answers Comments During Tuesday Media Conference

Tuesday, April 29

As President Donald completed the first 100 days of his second term Tuesday, US Senator Roger Marshall said we are witnessing a rebirth of American greatness. In a media conference with Kansas reporters, the senator said, “If there's one theme I've heard over and... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Issued for the City of La Harpe

Monday, April 28

TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the City of La Harpe public water supply system located in Allen County.Customers should observe the following precautions until further notice:Boil water for one minute... Read More.

Governor Kelly Signs Bipartisan Bill to Expand Access to Child Care Services and Consolidate Existing Early Childhood Programs

Thursday, April 24

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly on Thursday signed House Bill 2045, a bipartisan compromise to expand access to child care services and consolidate existing early childhood programs into the Office of Early Childhood. The bill was crafted through negotiations with a bipartisan... Read More.

Kansas Airport Improvement Program (KAIP) to Provide Funding for 47 Aviation Projects Across Kansas

Thursday, April 24

Governor Laura Kelly announced the allocation of $14.5 million for 47 aviation projects throughout Kansas as part of the Kansas Airport Improvement Program (KAIP). This program funds the planning, construction, and rehabilitation of public-use general aviation airports.Governor Kelly shared that the Kansas aerospace... Read More.