Iola News

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Boil Water Advisory Rescinded for the City of La Harpe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TOPEKA, Kan — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded a boil water advisory for the City of La Harpe public water supply system located in Allen County.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.

NCCC Trustees Approve Bids for Construction, Groundskeeping

Thursday, April 24

CHANUTE, Kan. — The Neosho County Community College (NCCC) Board of Trustees held a special meeting during its Spring Retreat on Wednesday, April 23. Strahm Family Strength Center The trustees approved a bid from Loyd Builders in Ottawa, KS, in the amount of $297,384.00 for the... Read More.

Rooted in Communities: Kansas Forest Service Cultivates a Precious Kansas Resource

Thursday, April 24

The independent agency, housed at K-State, promotes tree conservation, management and planning around the state. MANHATTAN, Kan. — You may not think about it often, but you have a favorite tree, Matthew Norville bets.Maybe it's a droopy weeping willow that you wove through as a... Read More.

Governor Kelly Directs Flags be Flown at Half-Staff in Honor of Pope Francis

Wednesday, April 23

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly, in accordance with Executive Order #20-30, on Wednesday, directed flags on all state buildings, grounds, and facilities to be flown at half-staff immediately until sunset on the day of interment, April 26, in honor of Pope Francis.“As one... Read More.

Lee bans reporter from SEKMHC counties meeting, but salaries mechanics remain unchanged

Wednesday, April 23

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. (April 22, 2025) — A meeting of county commissioners at the Allen County Courthouse Thursday to discuss what some are calling exorbitantly high salaries among upper management at the Southeast Kansas Mental Health Center organization may have violated the... Read More.