Iola News

City of Garnett to Host Libertyfest June 28, 2025

Thursday, May 29

GARNETT, Kan. — The City of Garnett invites you to make plans now to attend Libertyfest on Saturday, June 28 at North Lake Garnett. The City of Garnett presents Libertyfest on Saturday, June 28 at approximately 9:30 p.m. This event allows families to relax by... Read More.

Iola City Council Tables Proposal to Change Dates of Firework Sales, Council Accepts Nearly Bid for New Electric Sign at Riverside Park

Wednesday, May 28

IOLA, Kan. — The Iola City Council has tabled to their June 9th meeting a proposal to change the sale date for fireworks. A change in state law extended the dates for seasonal sale of fireworks from the long-standing June 27 to July 5... Read More.

Iola Area Chamber of Commerce Warns Community of Fraud Alert

Wednesday, May 28

IOLA, Kan. — The Iola Area Chamber of Commerce has put out a scam alert. Executive Director Kelly Sigg said a company identifying themselves as UAC, calling from a 563 area code, has been contacting individuals claiming to be working with the Iola Area Chamber... Read More.

Kansas Mennonite Relief Sale Holds Annual Meeting, Presents $678,750 to MCC Central States Office

Tuesday, May 27

HESSTON, Kan. — On Thursday evening, May 22nd, the Kansas Mennonite Relief Sale (KMRS) held its Annual Meeting at Hesston College Mennonite Church in Hesston. This year’s theme was “May Christ rule our hearts”, based on Colossians 3:15. The highlight of the evening was... Read More.

Allen County Commissioners Hear Report from Road and Bridge Supervisor on Washouts in Allen County, Other Meeting Highlights

Tuesday, May 27

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — Allen County Commissioners Tuesday authorized signing of the petition that starts the process that could lead to a delinquent tax sale later this year. County Counselor Bob Johnson said as of now there are 105 parcels on which three or... Read More.

Six Fatalities from Crashes Reported Over Memorial Day Weekend

Sunday, May 25

A Wisconsin man was killed and two others injured in a Saturday morning crash on US 75 about three miles south of Burlington. The Kansas Highway Patrol identified the victim as Dallas Reeves of Janesville. He was southbound on 75 attempting to pass another vehicle... Read More.

Trump Issues Disaster Declaration for 28 Kansas Counties

Friday, May 23

President Trump has granted a disaster declaration for 28 Kansas counties for damages caused by winter storms, straight line winds, flooding and wildfires from June 14-19. The declaration sought by Governor Laura Kelly will make available assistance to local units of governments and certain private... Read More.

Governor Kelly Shares Statement Regarding Death of Two Israeli Embassy Staff

Thursday, May 22

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly shared in a press release this morning that she joins in mourning the loss of Kansan Sarah Milgrim and Yaron Lischinsky, two Israeli Embassy staff who were killed last night outside of the Captial Jewish Museum in Washington,... Read More.

Governor Kelly Directs Flags be Flown at Half-Staff for Memorial Day

Thursday, May 22

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly, in accordance with Executive Order #20-30, on Thursday, directed flags throughout the State of Kansas to be flown at half-staff from sunup until noon on Monday, May 26, 2025, in recognition of Memorial Day. “Each Memorial Day, we come... Read More.

Schmidt Applauds Passage of One Big Beautiful Bill

Thursday, May 22

WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Derek Schmidt (KS-02) today applauded the passage of H.R. 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. He released the following statement: “A large majority of Kansans in the Second Congressional District chose President Trump’s America First agenda. This bill delivers much... Read More.

Rep. Mann, Colleagues Invest in Land Grant Universities and Agriculture Innovation

Thursday, May 22

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representatives Tracey Mann (KS-01) and Kim Schrier (WA-08), alongside Senators Jerry Moran (R-KS) and Mazie Hirono (D-HI), reintroduced the bipartisan, bicameral AuGmenting Research and Educational Sites to Ensure Agriculture Remains Cutting-edge and Helpful (AG RESEARCH) Act. The Ag Research... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Rescinded for the Allen County RWD #15

Wednesday, May 21

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded a boil water advisory for the Allen County RWD #15 public water supply system located in Allen County. The advisory was issued because of a loss of pressure due to... Read More.