Iola News

Pittsburg State University Social Work Students Make a Difference through Community-Focused Projects

Tuesday, December 3

By Andra Stefanoni, Pittsburg State University Director of Media Relations PITTSBURG, Kan. — Thirteen Social Work students have made a difference to children, adults, and animals across Southeast Kansas and Southwest Missouri this semester as the result of class projects at Pittsburg State University. The projects... Read More.

Evergy Urges Holiday Light and Decoration Safety

Tuesday, December 3

Follow these guidelines for a safe and merry holiday season By Evergy Inc. KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The holiday season is here with festive lights and decorations. As families get ready to decorate, Evergy reminds customers to be safe with both indoor and outdoor holiday lights.... Read More.

More than $10M to be Allocated to Community-Based Organizations, Local, and State Agencies for Crime Victims and Survivors Programs

Monday, December 2

By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced Wednesday that more than $10 million in federal funding will be allocated to community-based organizations and local and state agencies providing services directly to crime victims and survivors. This funding comes... Read More.

Frontier District to Host Backyard Poultry 101

Monday, December 2

By Carol Engle, K-State Research and Extension (Frontier District) LYNDON, Kan. — The Frontier Extension District will host a free educational opportunity titled “Backyard Poultry 101." This public meeting will be held Tuesday, January 7, 2025, beginning at 7:00 p.m. at the Overbrook Public Library... Read More.

Daniel Gilligan Named Chief Judge in 27th Judicial District

Friday, November 22

By Lisa Taylor, Kansas Courts TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Supreme Court has appointed District Judge Daniel Gilligan as chief judge of the 27th Judicial District effective January 13 through December 31, 2025.He succeeds Chief Judge Patricia Macke Dick, who will retire January 12.The 27th... Read More.

Kansas GOP Senator Wants State to Invest $1 Billion to Boost Pension System’s Bottom Line

Friday, November 22

Skeptics more keen to improve Tier 3 benefits available to newer public employees By Tim Carpenter, the Kansas Reflector TOPEKA, Kan. (Nov. 21, 2024) — Republican Sen. Michael Fagg wants to persuade the 2025 Kansas Legislature to allocate $1 billion of the state’s revenue surplus... Read More.

Sen. Moran Delivers Remarks During Disaster Relief Appropriations Hearing

Wednesday, November 20

Moran: “This is as dire a circumstance that I have seen in trying to save rural America” By the Office of U.S. Senator Jerry Moran WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) delivered remarks during the Senate Committee on Appropriations hearing to review disaster... Read More.

Senator Marshall Calls for CDC to Clarify Season Flu Shot Does Not Protect Against Bird Flu

Wednesday, November 20

By the Office of U.S. Senator Roger Marshall WASHINTON, DC. — U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. is pushing back against misleading recent guidance from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) promoting seasonal flu shots as offering sufficient protection from the H5N1 virus, more commonly referred... Read More.

Rep. Mann Addresses America’s Mandate, Outlook for 119th Congress

Wednesday, November 20

By the Office of United State Congressman Tracey Mann WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) spoke on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives for the first time since Americans delivered an Election Day mandate by electing President Donald J. Trump... Read More.

Evergy Participates in Utility Scam Awareness Week

Wednesday, November 20

By Evergy, Inc. KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Evergy is proud to join United Utilities Against Scams to recognize today as Utility Scam Awareness Day, Wednesday, November 20.Scammers are becoming more deceptive thanks to technology. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reports scammers used phone, in-person, and... Read More.

Clint Black’s 35th Anniversary Tour Heads Dodge City in 2025

Tuesday, November 19

WITH OPENING ACT EMILY ANN ROBERTS By United Wireless Arena and The Boot Hill Casino Conference Center DODGE CITY, Kan. — United Wireless Arena, managed by VenuWorks, is excited to announce that country music legend, CLINT BLACK will be coming to Dodge City on Saturday, February... Read More.

Iola’s 1370 AM KIOL Heard from North Finland

Monday, November 18

By Brenna Eller IVALO, North Fin. — Tuomo Vesala, a 59-year-old carpenter, recently reached out to Ad Astra Radio to confirm an audio recording he caught of 1370 AM at 7:00 a.m. (Central Standard Time) on Jan. 4, 2021. "I was happy and lucky to hear... Read More.