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Iola and Chanute to Purchase Three Diesel Generator Units

Wednesday, October 29

The Iola City Council and Chanute City Commission each agreed Monday night to proceed with purchase of three 2 megawatt diesel generator units through High Plains Power Systems of Rossville to add their reserve requirements and handle future growth. The cost for both cities... Read More.

Iola City Council Discusses Projects Connected to America’s 250th Anniversary

Wednesday, October 29

IOLA, Kan. — Plans are in the works for projects in Iola connected with America's 250th anniversary next year. At Monday's Iola City Council meeting, member Jon Wells brought forth an idea that will involve the city, Allen Community College, USD 257 and Thrive Allen... Read More.

Kansas Cold Weather Rule Takes Effect November 1

Tuesday, October 28

TOPEKA, Kan. — The Cold Weather Rule, designed to help Kansans who are behind on their utility payments avoid disconnection during the winter months, will begin on Saturday, November 1 and remain in effect through March 31. While the Cold Weather Rule is in effect,... Read More.

Allen County Commissioners Approve Change of Ventilator Purchase for EMS Ambulance

Tuesday, October 28

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — Allen County Commissioners Tuesday approved a change in the type of ventilator it will be purchasing for one of the EMS ambulances. Director Michael Burnett said this came about based on a recommendation from respiratory staff at Allen County Regional... Read More.

Allen County Landfill Closed Wednesday Due to High Winds

Tuesday, October 28

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — The Allen County Landfill will be closed Wednesday due to forecast high winds,for which a wind advisory has been issued. Under a policy adopted earlier this year, the landfill will be closed when Allen County is under a wind advisory... Read More.

Bridge Work Reduces US 59 to One Lane North of Moran

Thursday, October 23

MORAN, Kan. — Traffic on US 59 about three miles north of Moran has been reduced to one lane for a bridge maintenance project. Stop lights will direct traffic through the work zone during the project, with delays of up to ten minutes possible, with... Read More.

Bronson Awarded CDBG Grant for Park Improvements

Thursday, October 23

BRONSON, Kan. — The City of Bronson is proud to announce that it has been awarded a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) from the Kansas Department of Commerce to support long-awaited improvements to the Bronson City Park. The CDBG program is a federal initiative administered... Read More.

Governor Kelly and Kansas Department of Transportation Announce $442M in New IKE Construction Projects

Wednesday, October 22

~~Total Eisenhower Legacy Transportation Program Investment Now Over $2.7B Statewide~~ TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly and Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) Secretary Calvin Reed today announced in Lindsborg nine new modernization and expansion highway projects. These projects, which represent a total investment of more... Read More.

Asian Longhorned Tick Confirmed in Kansas for the First Time

Tuesday, October 21

K-State veterinarian urges awareness for state’s cattle producers MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas animal health officials have confirmed the state’s first case of the invasive Asian longhorned tick, found in early October on a dog in Franklin County. The discovery was made through a passive surveillance program... Read More.

Senator Marshall Announces Air Combat Command Decision to Make Kansas the New Home for Point Defense Battle Lab

Monday, October 20

WICHITA, Kan. – On Monday, U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas) praised the decision by Air Combat Command (ACC) to have The Kansas Air National Guard’s 184th Wing, headquartered at McConnell Air Force Base in Wichita, join the newly established Point Defense Task Force and serve as an... Read More.

YCF Awards More Than $24,000 in 2025 Community Grants

Monday, October 20

(October 6, 2025) — Your Community Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of our 2025 Community Grant Cycle. This year, we awarded $24,741 in total, which includes both community project grants and two special endowment grants. Since its founding in 2012, Your Community Foundation... Read More.

Lucky by Name, Legendary by Voice

Friday, October 17

McPherson native Lucky Kidd celebrates 35 years of broadcasting and his first KAB Award of Excellence. For decades, locals have heard the familiar catch phrase: I'm Lucky Kiiidd. He's the man behind countless newscasts, weather updates, and sports broadcasts. On Oct. 6, 2025, Lucky earned his first... Read More.