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Former Microsoft Executive and Kansas Native to Speak During KARL Event

Friday, May 8

Agricultural leadership program graduates one class, set to announce the next MANHATTAN, Kan. (May 8, 2026) — Tickets are now available for the Kansas Agriculture and Rural Leadership Program’s Big Event on June 6, featuring the most recent graduating class and a keynote address... Read More.

ACC to Host Summer Camp for Elementary, Middle School Students

Friday, May 8

Allen Community College will host a Summer Camp July 6–9, offering hands-on learning experiences in STEM, art, service learning, and outdoor skills for students entering kindergarten through eighth grade. Campers may enroll in morning or afternoon sessions or participate in both for a full... Read More.

Kansas Native Convicted in $150 Million Fraud Scheme

Friday, May 8

TOPEKA — The former top executive of a company granted a banking charter by the Kansas Legislature was found guilty Thursday by a federal jury of orchestrating a scheme to funnel more than $150 million to himself through securities fraud, false claims and fabricated... Read More.

Thursday Fire Damages Iola Apartment House

Thursday, May 7

Multiple firefighters responded late this morning to an apartment fire in midtown Iola. Fire units were called to a three-story apartment house at 302 East Street, around 10:45 AM. Iola Radio's Gene Myrick said witnesses reported hearing a loud pop before the fire began. There were... Read More.

Chanute Fire Disrupts Some Fiber Services

Thursday, May 7

Chanute firefighters are on scene of a structure fire on 11th Street between Highland and Santa Fe. This fire has also resulted in disruptions to some Chanute Fiber customers with repairs to be made as quickly as possible. Iola Radio News will have more information as... Read More.

Erie City Clerk Terminated After Theft Allegations, Complaint Filed

Thursday, May 7

Updated to reflect filing of criminal complaint and additional information Erie City Clerk Jessica Altman has been terminated in the wake of allegations involving theft of city funds. The City of Erie in a statement Thursday Altman was arrested Wednesday on fcharges related to an investigation... Read More.

Repair Work Continues on US 169 in Allen County

Thursday, May 7

The Kansas Department of Transportation is currently repairing a short stretch of pavement 6 miles north of Chanute on U.S. 169 in Allen County. Work involves full-depth concrete repair at up to four locations in each lane. The construction zone starts about a mile northeast... Read More.

Sunflower Summer Program Returns for 2026

Wednesday, May 6

Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced the return of the popular Sunflower Summer program for the 2026 season, and invited Kansas families to explore the state’s wide variety of attractions. Kansas residents with school-aged children from pre-K through 12th grade... Read More.

Frontier Extension District to Host Educational Program on Native Plants and Landscaping

Tuesday, May 5

WELDA, Kan. — The Frontier Extension District will host an educational program on native plants and landscaping, including a guided native prairie tour. The event will take place at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, beginning at the Welda Community Building and continuing... Read More.

Allen County EMS Director Leaving, County Commissioners Hear More Budget Proposals

Tuesday, May 5

Allen County EMS Director Michael Burnett is stepping down effective Friday. Burnett announced during this morning's Allen County Commission meeting that he is leaving to become EMS director for Crawford County. Commissioners appointed Iola Fire Chief Cory Isbell to serve as interim director while... Read More.

Danny Gokey and Colton Dixon at the Kansas State Fair on September 16, 2026

Monday, May 4

Christian Music Stars and American Idol Alumni Come to the Kansas Star Casino Grandstand HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Three-time Grammy nominee and Dove Award-winning artist Danny Gokey will be joined by fellow American Idol alum and chart-topping Christian artist Colton Dixon at the 2026 Kansas State Fair.... Read More.

Big Kansas Road Trip Pop-Up Saturday in Humboldt

Wednesday, April 29

The Big Kansas Road Trip is coming to Humboldt Saturday. It's sponsored by the Kansas Sampler Foundation as part of their Kansas Explorers Club and is one of a series of pop-up events held in primarily rural communities around Kansas. “It's an opportunity... Read More.