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Allen Community College Announces Fall 2025 Honors Lists

IOLA, Kan. — Allen Community College announced its Fall 2025 academic honors, recognizing students named to the President’s Honor Roll, Dean’s Honor Roll, and Academic Honors list. President’s Honor Roll (4.0 GPA) Kalyse Arianna Abernathy — Hutchinson Camila Ribeiro Afonso — Sao Paulo, Brazil Katrina... Read More.

Suspect Sought in Connection with Bomb Found Sunday in Iola

IOLA, Kan. — Iola Police are looking for an identified suspect in connection with the discovery of a Chemical bomb Sunday. In a statement Monday morning, Police said they had been given information about a bomb in a ditch near Cottonwood and Buchanan Streets. A search... Read More.

ACC Celebrates Innovation and Service at Annual Awards Ceremony

IOLA, Kan. — Allen Community College honored outstanding employees during its annual Service and Recognition Awards ceremony Dec. 12 in the ACC Student Life Center, with the League for Innovation Excellence Awards taking center stage. The League for Innovation Excellence Award recognizes faculty and staff... Read More.

Caring for Poinsettias

K-State horticulture expert says popular holiday plant can be maintained year-round  MANHATTAN, Kan. — In all their colorful glory, poinsettias are a great addition to any home during the holiday season.  Ranging from red, white, green, pink or a color combination, poinsettias can be maintained year-round,... Read More.

Kansas Broadband Receives Federal Approval for $166.6M BEAD Final Proposal 

TOPEKA, Kan. (December 8, 2025) – Governor Laura Kelly announced today that the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) has approved the Kansas Office of Broadband Development’s (KOBD) $166.6 million final proposal for the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) program. The approval represents... Read More.

Buying Firewood? Knowing Heat Values Could Aid Your Choice

K-State horticulture expert gives tips for choosing firewood MANHATTAN, Kan. — Not all firewood is created equal. That’s the word from Kansas State University horticulture expert Cynthia Domenghini, who said the wood from some tree species produces more heat than others. High on the list are red,... Read More.

Local Calving School Offered to Assist Area Beef Producers

In anticipation of calving season, K-State’s Department of Animal Sciences and Industry, and K-State Research and Extension faculty and staff are planning a series of calving schools to help boost producers’ chances of a successful year.  The Marais des Cygnes District, Frontier District, and Coffey... Read More.

Allen Community College Music Students Perform Winter Recital

IOLA, Kan. (Dec. 4, 2025) — Allen Community College music students showcased their talents during the ACC Winter Recital on Dec. 4 in the Fishpond on the Iola campus. The program featured piano, vocal and instrumental performances from the studios of Treca Jackson, Kelly Baker... Read More.

Evergy Urges Holiday Light and Decoration Safety

Follow these guidelines for a safe and merry holiday season  KANSAS CITY, Mo. (December 4, 2025) — The holiday season is here. As families get ready to put up holiday decorations, Evergy is reminding customers to be safe with both indoor and outdoor holiday... Read More.