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Kansas Sends Swift-Water Rescue Team to Texas

Saturday, July 12

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced on Saturday Kansas deployed Kansas Task Force 1, consisting of two Type 3 swift-water search and rescue teams, through the Office of the State Fire Marshal, to assist the State of Texas in areas impacted by flooding... Read More.

Iola City Council to Discuss Legalization of Chickens within City Limits at Monday Meeting

Friday, July 11

IOLA, Kan. — Chickens are back on the Iola City Council agenda Monday. Robin Lohman will meet with the Council during their 6 PM meeting at the Riverside Park Community building to consider legalizing them in residential zones within the city limits. This matter was... Read More.

Join the August Thrive Allen County Community Conversations

Friday, July 11

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — The August sessions of Thrive Allen County Community Conversations have been announced. The sessions will be on Tuesday August 5th at 6 Pm at the Iola High School Science building, and Tuesday July 19th at 6:30 PM at the Elsmore... Read More.

Main Street American and American Express Announce $10K Backing Small Business Grant

Friday, July 11

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — Main Street America and American Express have announced a new round of Backing Small Business Grants, which aims to help small businesses recover from hardship, grow, and positively impact their communities. Nationally, 400 grants of $10,000 each are being awarded for... Read More.

KDOT Announces Approved June Bids

Friday, July 11

Two area projects are among those awarded from the Kansas Department of Transportation's June bid letting. One project involves a $4.2 million bridge replacement on K-3 over the Little Osage River about two miles south of the Bourbon/Linn county line north of Bronson, awarded... Read More.

KDOR Seizes Assets in Execution of Russell, Scott, Thomas, Phillips, Rooks, Pawnee Tax Warrants

Friday, July 11

Agents from the Kansas Department of Revenue (KDOR) accompanied by the Russell, Scott, Thomas, Phillips, Rooks, Pawnee County Sheriff departments on the 8th day, of July 2025 executed tax warrants and seized the assets of San Juan Mexican Restaurant Inc, Bernabe A Lopez, Magarita... Read More.

State Total Tax Collections for the Month of June at $1.06 Billion; 7.4% Above Estimate

Wednesday, July 9

TOPEKA, Kan. — The State of Kansas ends June 2025 with total tax collections at $1.06 billion. That is $72.6 million, or 7.4%, above the estimate. Total tax collections were up 3.2% from June 2024. “While this month’s stronger-than-expected revenues are a welcome sign, it... Read More.

Commerce Awards $4.1 Million in Tax Credits to Spur Revitalization Efforts

Wednesday, July 9

TOPEKA, Kan. — Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced the Department of Commerce has awarded $4.1 million through the Community Service Tax Credit Program (CSP) to support significant fundraising efforts for 30 non-profit organizations across the state. “Strong, vibrant communities are... Read More.

Schmidt Supports Bipartisan Effort to Provide Financial Relief to Family Caregivers

Wednesday, July 9

WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Derek Schmidt (KS-02) today announced he has cosponsored the Credit for Caring Act. The legislation would ensure family caregivers can financially continue to provide care services for their loved ones by establishing an annual tax credit of up to $5,000. Nearly... Read More.

Local 9-1-1 Dispatcher Earns National Award for Outstanding Professional Potential

Tuesday, July 8

IOLA, Kan. — Nicole Haney, a Dispatcher with the Allen County Communications, was recently awarded a scholarship for advanced training and education in recognition of their outstanding professional potential. NENA: The 9-1-1 Association awarded 43 Gold Line Scholarships to 9-1-1 professionals across the nation who... Read More.

Resurfacing Project on 1400 Road North of Iola to Begin Ahead of Schedule, Other Allen County Commission Meeting Highlights

Tuesday, July 8

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — A resurfacing project on 1400 Road north of Iola could begin sooner than expected. Allen County Commissioners were informed Tuesday Bettis Construction can start this project Wednesday, as they had an opening on their schedule. It's expected this work will... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces Administration Appointments

Tuesday, July 8

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced Monday thirteen appointments to the following state boards, task force, and council. State Board of Technical Professions Purpose: To provide maximum protection of the health, safety, and welfare of the people of Kansas by assuring that the practice of... Read More.