Iola News

K-State Research Provides New Insight into Mosquito Immune Systems

Tuesday, May 6

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Bianca Morejon and Kristin Michel already know what you think when they mention they are mosquito researchers. But even though these tiny insects are considered serious pests, the pair of Kansas State University biologists insist there's much to be learned about immunology,... Read More.

KHP Releases Names of the Eight Fatalities in Crash Near Greeley Sunday

Monday, May 5

GREELEY, Kan. — The Kansas Highway Patrol has released more information on a Sunday evening crash on US 169 northeast of Greeley that killed eight people and injured one another. It occurred just before 5:45 p.m. at US 169 and Virginia Road, in the... Read More.

Multi-Fatality Crash Northeast of Greeley Claims Eight Lives, One Critically Injured

Monday, May 5

GREELEY, Kan. — The Kansas Highway Patrol is investigating a two vehicle crash late Sunday afternoon northeast of Greeley that claimed eight lives. One other person was critically injured. According to the Kansas Informer, the crash occurred at 5:40 p.m. on US 169 just north... Read More.

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.

K-State Research Provides New Insight into Mosquito Immune Systems

KHP Releases Names of the Eight Fatalities in Crash Near Greeley Sunday

Multi-Fatality Crash Northeast of Greeley Claims Eight Lives, One Critically Injured

Two Vehicle Crash Claims Life Near Chanute, Injures Another

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

University Videographer Completes Documentary on Area Baseball Greats

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

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

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

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

Boil Water Advisory Rescinded for the City of La Harpe

Sen. Marshall Answers Comments During Tuesday Media Conference

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