Iola News

Allen Community College Names New President

Wednesday, December 11

By Lucky Kidd IOLA, Kan. — Dr. Lyvier Leffler has been named the new President of Allen Community College. Dr. Leffler, who brings over two decades of higher education leadership to Allen, is expected to assume the office January 21, 2025. Dr. Leffler was selected... Read More.

KDOT Announces Approved November Bids, Projects Awarded in Allen, Anderson County

Tuesday, December 10

By Lucky Kidd Among the bid awards from the November letting of the Kansas Department of Transportation were three in Allen and Anderson Counties. All three projects were awarded to Bettis asphalt and Construction of Topeka. Two of the projects are along US 59, one a... Read More.

Kansas Tourism Awards $400K for Projects to Boost Tourism Across Kansas

Monday, December 9

TOPEKA, Kan. — Today, Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland announced that more than $400,000 has been awarded for projects that will boost tourism throughout the state. Funding from the Attraction Development Grant program will be divided among 13 entities. Two of... Read More.

Evergy Reminds Customers to Use Space Heaters and Electric Blankets Safely as Winter Approaches

Monday, December 9

By Evergy, Inc. KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Winter is coming, and cold nights are here. Many Evergy customers will turn to portable space heaters and electric blankets to help stay warm. If not used correctly, space heaters and electric blankets can pose a fire hazard... Read More.

Meeting Series Jan. 21 – Feb. 11: Leaving a Lasting Legacy

Wednesday, December 4

By Carol Engle, K-State Research and Extension Frontier District OVERBROOK, Kan. — A workshop series for women in agriculture will offer strategies to evaluate and improve farm estate and transition plans. “Leaving a Lasting Legacy for Midwestern Farm Women: A Succession Planning Series,” will be held... Read More.

Land Values and Leases: Information You Need to Make Good Decisions

Tuesday, December 3

By Carol Engle, K-State Research and Extension Frontier District GARNETT, Kan. — The Frontier Extension District will host a public meeting on Jan. 8, 2025, to discuss current land values and the components of good written lease agreements. The meeting will be held at the... Read More.

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.