Iola News

New Update for Ad Astra Radio App, Current App to Stop Working July 5th

Tuesday, July 2

By Brenna Eller Ad Astra Radio has a brand-new app as of today, and it is available for both IOS and Android users. We suggest that you get the new update soon because the current app will stop working sometime Friday, July 5. If your device doesn't... Read More.

Iola Area 4th of July Events

Tuesday, July 2

By Lucky Kidd IOLA, Kan. — The Humboldt Lions Club will be having their annual Mike Rickner Memorial Fireworks Display Wednesday evening at disk at the golf course. Prior to the fireworks show there will be a display of remote-control model airplanes. There will also... Read More.

KC & The Sunshine Band Boogie Down to Dodge City on September 19th

Friday, June 28

By the United Wireless Arena DODGE CITY, Kan. — United Wireless Arena, managed by VenuWorks, is thrilled to announce that the iconic fund R&B group, KC and the Sunshine Band, will be coming to Dodge City! Prepare to “Get Down Tonight” and “Shake Your Booty”... Read More.

Preparing for Independence Day and Summer Travel

Friday, June 28

By the Kansas Highway Patrol KANSAS — Many people will celebrate the holiday and following weekend by hitting the road and traveling through the Sunflower State. The Kansas Highway Patrol reminds motorists of the importance of traveling safely during the Independence Day holiday and throughout... Read More.

Funding Available for Projects in KDOT’s Rail Service Improvement Program

Wednesday, June 26

By the Kansas Department of Transportation An estimated $10 million in funding is available for projects submitted to the Rail Service Improvement Program, according to the Kansas Department of Transportation. The selected projects will help to enhance safety, promote economic efficiency and improve sustainability... Read More.

7 Kansas Businesses Awarded Small Business Grants

Tuesday, June 25

By Main Street America American Express and Main Street America Tuesday announced the 500 small business owners who have been awarded $10,000 through the Backing Small Businesses grant program. The program’s 2024 grant recipients represent U.S. small businesses across all 50 states, plus D.C.... Read More.

Kansas Medicaid Program Expands Coverage to Include Doula Services

Tuesday, June 25

By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) is pleased to announce that the state Medicaid program, known as KanCare, will now cover doula services. The coverage, effective July 1, 2024, will allow Medicaid beneficiaries in... Read More.

KHP’s Newest Troopers Graduate from Training Academy

Tuesday, June 25

By the Kansas Highway Patrol SALINA, Kan. — The newest class of Kansas Highway Patrol Troopers graduated from the Kansas Highway Patrol Training Academy on Tuesday, June 18th in Salina, Kansas. KHP Recruit Class #68 began 24 weeks of training on Tuesday, January 9th at the... Read More.

Celebrate Safely This Independence Day with Tips from the Experts

Tuesday, June 25

Prevent Fireworks Related Injuries this July 4 By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), Office of the State Fire Marshal (KSFM) and Safe Kids Kansas would like to share some important safety tips to ensure that all... Read More.

Increased Activity of Vector-Borne Diseases Identified in Kansas

Monday, June 24

By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment While ticks and mosquitoes are a natural part of our environment, it is important to know that some may transmit harmful diseases. The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) tracks illnesses caused by ticks and... Read More.

Public Health Advisories for Kansas Lakes Due to Blue-Green Algae

Friday, June 21

By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) have issued a public health advisory due to blue-green algae. A harmful algal bloom (HAB) may look like foam, scum... Read More.

Governor Kelly Signs Bill Providing Tax Cuts for All Kansans

Friday, June 21

Gov. Kelly Also Signs Legislation Approving Economic Development Tool to Attract Professional Sports Teams to the State By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. – Governor Laura Kelly announced today that she has signed Senate Bill 1, bipartisan legislation that will provide tax... Read More.

New Update for Ad Astra Radio App, Current App to Stop Working July 5th

Iola Area 4th of July Events

KC & The Sunshine Band Boogie Down to Dodge City on September 19th

Preparing for Independence Day and Summer Travel

Funding Available for Projects in KDOT’s Rail Service Improvement Program

7 Kansas Businesses Awarded Small Business Grants

Kansas Medicaid Program Expands Coverage to Include Doula Services

KHP’s Newest Troopers Graduate from Training Academy

Celebrate Safely This Independence Day with Tips from the Experts

Increased Activity of Vector-Borne Diseases Identified in Kansas

Public Health Advisories for Kansas Lakes Due to Blue-Green Algae

Governor Kelly Signs Bill Providing Tax Cuts for All Kansans

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