Iola News

Phillips County Deputy Shot and Killed During Arrest Attempt Friday Night, Suspect also Dead

Saturday, June 28

PHILLIPS COUNTY, Kan. — A Phillips County Sheriff's Deputy was shot and killed Friday night while attempting to make an arrest as he was investigating reports of illegal fireworks. Deputy Brandon Gaede was attempting to place the suspect in handcuffs when a struggle broke out,... Read More.

Kansas Tourism Announces 2025 Sunflower Summer Attraction Lineup

Wednesday, June 25

TOPEKA, Kan. (June 23, 2025) — Kansas Tourism announced that more than 230 tourism attractions across the state are participating in the 2025 Sunflower Summer program. The lineup includes something for every interest and region of the state — museums and historic sites, zoos,... Read More.

Garnett Economic Development Director Updates Commissioners on Coalition Seeking Safety Improvements on US 169

Tuesday, June 24

GARNETT, Kan. — The coalition seeking safety improvements along US 169 is gaining traction. Garnett Economic Development Director Jessica Mills gave the Garnett City Commission an update at Tuesday's meeting, and so far she's met with representatives from Montgomery, Neosho, Allen and Franklin counties... Read More.

Garnett City Commission Adopts Amendment to Peddler Ordinance

Tuesday, June 24

GARNETT, Kan. — An amendment to a peddlers ordinance passed June 10th was adopted by the Garnett City Commission Tuesday. At the time the ordinance was adopted, there was some question about how it would apply to charitable organizations such as scout groups. Prior to... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces Administration Appointments

Monday, June 23

TOPEKA, Kan. (June 23, 2025) – Governor Laura Kelly announced Monday seven appointments to the following state committee, authority, cabinet, and board. Kansas Advisory Committee for the Blind and Visually Impaired Purpose: To provide advice and counsel to the secretary of the Kansas Department for Aging... Read More.

Evergy Offers Ways to Save Energy and Money with New Kansas Energy Efficiency Programs during the Extreme Summer Heat

Monday, June 23

KANSAS CITY, MO. — Summer is here, and so are hot temperatures. Evergy customers use the most electricity during the summer months as air conditioners work to keep up with the hot weather. Not only are there small things customers can do to have a... Read More.

12-Year-Old Boy’s Body Recovered After Train Tragedy in Neosho River

Sunday, June 22

The body of a 12-year-old Erie boy who was struck by a train as he and another person were walking on a bridge over the Neosho River Wednesday has been found. Neosho County Sheriff Greg Taylor said he was notified during the noon hour... Read More.

Search for Missing Erie Boy Suspended

Sunday, June 22

NEOSHO COUNTY, Kan. — The search for a 12-year-old Erie boy who, along with another teen, was struck by a train as they were running across a Union Pacific Railroad Bridge over the Neosho River south of Erie last Wednesday has been suspended. Neosho County... Read More.

Kansas Board of Regents Announces Next Pitt State President

Friday, June 20

PITTSBURG, Kan. — The Kansas Board of Regents voted on and publicly announced the next president of Pittsburg State University today. Thomas Newsom, PhD, was chosen after a search committee spent several months narrowing the field of applicants and KBOR conducted a day of interviews... Read More.

Purchasing Policy Change, Tourism Grants to be Considered by Iola City Council Monday

Thursday, June 19

IOLA, Kan. — The Iola City Council is expected to take action on proposed revisions to the city's purchasing policies at Monday evening's meeting at 6 at the Riverside Park Community Building. At their meeting June 9, proposals were discussed to do away with... Read More.

Celebrate Local Iola Businesses on 620 Day with Exclusive Deals and Free Lunch

Thursday, June 19

IOLA, Kan. — Friday is 620 Day in Iola, a day to honor and support small businesses and everything that makes the community unique. The 620 ties both to the day and the area code covering the southern part of what some would call the... Read More.

Celebrate Summer Solstice with Live Music in Humboldt

Thursday, June 19

HUMBOLDT, Kan. — Humboldt celebrates Summer Solstice Friday and Saturday with music around the downtown square. That begins at 4 p.m. with Cade Polsgrove at Octagon City Coffee Company, Thundersleet at 5 p.m. at Cozy's Grindhouse, and Harmonica DnA at Stick's Golf Lounge. On Saturday, KYNFOLK... Read More.

Phillips County Deputy Shot and Killed During Arrest Attempt Friday Night, Suspect also Dead

Kansas Tourism Announces 2025 Sunflower Summer Attraction Lineup

Garnett Economic Development Director Updates Commissioners on Coalition Seeking Safety Improvements on US 169

Garnett City Commission Adopts Amendment to Peddler Ordinance

Governor Kelly Announces Administration Appointments

Evergy Offers Ways to Save Energy and Money with New Kansas Energy Efficiency Programs during the Extreme Summer Heat

12-Year-Old Boy’s Body Recovered After Train Tragedy in Neosho River

Search for Missing Erie Boy Suspended

Kansas Board of Regents Announces Next Pitt State President

Purchasing Policy Change, Tourism Grants to be Considered by Iola City Council Monday

Celebrate Local Iola Businesses on 620 Day with Exclusive Deals and Free Lunch

Celebrate Summer Solstice with Live Music in Humboldt

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