Iola News

Registration Opens March 1 for Walk Kansas

Monday, February 16

Eight-week program encourages people to get out and move MANHATTAN, Kan. — Registration opens March 1 for the 2026 Walk Kansas program, an eight-week initiative offered by Kansas State University Extension designed to help participants build healthier habits through physical activity, nutrition and overall... Read More.

K-State Students Prepare for Careers with Funded Summer Experiences

Sunday, February 15

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University students pursued professional development dreams around the world last summer thanks to the university's Mark Chapman Scholars Program. Applications are open now for the 2026 program. From environmental science studies in France and fine arts training in New... Read More.

U.S. 169 Survey to Begin Feb. 16 South of U.S. 54 in Allen County

Friday, February 13

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — Beginning Monday, Feb. 16, the Kansas Department of Transportation plans to begin a field survey to gather information necessary for proposed pavement rehabilitation south of U.S. 54 in Allen County. The survey of U.S. 169 will start at northwest Minnesota Road... Read More.

Applications Open for Kansas Wheat Scholarships Honoring Industry Leaders

Thursday, February 12

High school seniors and current Kansas college students have until Friday, March 13, 2026, to apply for one of two $1,000 scholarships from Kansas Wheat honoring industry leaders Herb Clutter and David Radenberg. The scholarships - each worth $1,000 - continue a proud tradition... Read More.

Former Allen County Jail Employee Faces Misdemeanor Battery Charge

Thursday, February 12

IOLA, Kan. — A former civilian employee of the Allen County Sheriff's Office is now facing criminal charges involving incidents with a former inmate of the Allen County Jail. Allen County Attorney Brandon Cameron filed a misdemeanor battery compliant late Wednesday afternoon against Stephanie Vest.... Read More.

K-State Cattlemen’s Day Scheduled for March 6

Thursday, February 12

Annual event will be held at the university’s new Bilbrey Family Event Center MANHATTAN, Kan. — Using genetic tools to advance the next generation of livestock and the economic outlook on the beef market highlight the program during the 113th Cattlemen's Day, hosted by... Read More.

Wildcats at Wolf Creek

Wednesday, February 11

K-State nuclear engineering students gain experience, career connections at Kansas' only nuclear power plant MANHATTAN, Kan. — Aiden Butcher will never forget the first time he saw the cool blue hue. As he gazed down into the glow from Kansas State University's TRIGA Mark... Read More.

Allen County Commission Considers Funding Assistance Request for the Recovery House, Discusses K-3 Bridge Project Concerns

Wednesday, February 11

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — The Allen County Commission has been asked to provide funding assistance for the Recovery House, which accommodates up to five men in recovery from substance abuse. April Jackson from Thrive Allen County said at Tuesday's Commission meeting since a grant... Read More.

Iola City Council Gives Final Approval to Transient Vendor Ordinance

Wednesday, February 11

IOLA, Kan. — On Monday, the Iola City Council gave final approval to revisions to the transient vendor ordinance. The changes, which were suggested by Council member Joelle Shallah last year, clarify what is considered a local resident for fee purposes. A local resident... Read More.

Housing Rehabilitation Grant Applications in Allen County to be Accepted Starting Tuesday

Wednesday, February 11

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — Thrive Allen County will begin accepting applications for Affordable Housing Program grants Tuesday, Feb. 17. Thrive was awarded a just over $1.4 million grant to renovate and rehabilitate 50 homes in the county from the Federal Home Loan Bank of... Read More.

Kenny Norris’ Historic Javelin Career Earns ACC 2026 Hall of Fame Induction

Tuesday, February 10

IOLA, Kan. (Feb. 10, 2026) — Allen Community College will celebrate one of the most accomplished champions in ACC track and field history when the College welcomes Kenny Norris into the Athletics Hall of Fame during a two‑day event Feb. 13–14. In May 1973, during... Read More.

Allen Community College to Honor Judith Bragg at 2026 Athletics Hall of Fame

Monday, February 9

IOLA, Kan. (Feb. 9, 2026) — Allen Community College welcomes Judith Bragg into the Athletics Hall of Fame during a two‑day event Feb. 13–14. Judith Ross Bragg was a 1941 graduate of Iola Junior College (now Allen Community College). She began working at Allen while... Read More.

Registration Opens March 1 for Walk Kansas

K-State Students Prepare for Careers with Funded Summer Experiences

U.S. 169 Survey to Begin Feb. 16 South of U.S. 54 in Allen County

Applications Open for Kansas Wheat Scholarships Honoring Industry Leaders

Former Allen County Jail Employee Faces Misdemeanor Battery Charge

K-State Cattlemen’s Day Scheduled for March 6

Wildcats at Wolf Creek

Allen County Commission Considers Funding Assistance Request for the Recovery House, Discusses K-3 Bridge Project Concerns

Iola City Council Gives Final Approval to Transient Vendor Ordinance

Housing Rehabilitation Grant Applications in Allen County to be Accepted Starting Tuesday

Kenny Norris’ Historic Javelin Career Earns ACC 2026 Hall of Fame Induction

Allen Community College to Honor Judith Bragg at 2026 Athletics Hall of Fame

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