Iola News

Gates to Lay Off Employees at Iola Plant

Friday, October 3

IOLA, Kan. — Gates Corporation will be laying off about 30 percent of the workforce at their Iola Plant before the end of the year. KANSASWORKS received a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) notice Thursday regarding employees at the facility on the south... Read More.

Lead Action Levels Exceeded in Some Iola Water Samples

Friday, October 3

IOLA, Kan. — Some water samples taken in the city of Iola have exceeded action levels for lead.The city in a statement late this morning said more than ten percent of samples taken between June 1st and September 30th exceeded action levels for lead.Corrective... Read More.

KHP Seeking Witnesses to a Vehicle Pursuit that Ended in Montgomery County

Thursday, October 2

The Kansas Highway Patrol Highway Patrol is seeking assistance from the public to identify witnesses to a vehicle pursuit that terminated in Montgomery County, Kansas, on September 26, 2025. The pursuit began in Owasso, Oklahoma, by officers from the Owasso Oklahoma Police Department with... Read More.

ACC Student Musicians Showcase Talent at Fall Recital

Thursday, October 2

IOLA, Kan. (Oct. 2, 2025) — Allen Community College student musicians performed a variety of instrumental, vocal and piano selections during the Fall Student Recital held Oct. 1 at 7 p.m. in the ACC A Complex, in the area of campus commonly referred to... Read More.

Kansas Board of Regents Releases 2025 Fall Preliminary Enrollment Summary

Thursday, October 2

The Fall Preliminary (20th Day) Enrollment Summary was released on Oct. 1 by the Kansas Board of Regents (KBOR). According to the KBOR, fall semester enrollment at Kansas' 19 community colleges was up by eight tenths of a percent from last fall.Allen Community College fall... Read More.

One Person Airlifted after Vehicle Falls on Them Near Westphalia

Thursday, October 2

ANDERSON COUNTY, Kan. — One person was airlifted to a Kansas City area trauma center after a vehicle fell on them this morning near Westphalia.According to the Anderson County Sheriff's Office, the call came in at 9:44 a.m., with deputies along with Anderson County... Read More.

Allen County 4th Annual Veterans Day Mess Call to be held Friday, November 7 at 6 PM

Thursday, October 2

IOLA, Kan. — All tables have been sponsored for the 4th Annual Veterans Day Mess Call, which will be held Friday, Nov. 7 at 1800 hours military or 6 p.m. civilian time at the Iola North Community Building.Reservations are now being accepted for the... Read More.

Donated Ambulance Becomes Allied Health Educational Unit at NCCC

Thursday, October 2

CHANUTE, Kan. — Neosho County Community College (NCCC) recently debuted the Allied Health Educational Unit, a former ambulance that has found new life as a laboratory classroom for Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) students.“We are constantly adapting to the changing needs of our current and... Read More.

KBI Conducts Statewide Marijuana Enforcement Operation

Wednesday, October 1

TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) executed numerous search warrants in cities across the state at vape shops and CBD dispensaries to seize products being sold illegally in Kansas.On Wednesday, Oct. 1, Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach and KBI Director Tony... Read More.

More Learners Choosing K-State

Wednesday, October 1

K-State student recruitment effort continues to yield successMANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University is welcoming the fourth-largest first-time freshman class in university history. These new Wildcats have joined transfer and returning students to form a cohort of 21,213 future leaders, nuclear engineers, biosecurity experts,... Read More.

Senator Marshall Releases Statement on Democrat Shutdown

Tuesday, September 30

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas) issued the following statement after Senate Democrats voted to shut down the government rather than pass the clean Continuing Resolution - already approved by the House of Representatives - that would simply extend government funding through... Read More.

Sen. Moran Speaks on the Senate Floor After Congress Fails to Avert a Government Shutdown

Tuesday, September 30

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (Kan.) today spoke on the Senate floor after the Senate failed to pass a continuing resolution to fund the government at current levels until November 21 and avert a government shutdown. The final vote was 55 – 45... Read More.