Iola News

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.

Rep. Derek Schmidt Statement on Federal Government Shutdown

Tuesday, September 30

WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Derek Schmidt (KS-02) tonight issued the following statement, as the Senate for a second time has rejected continuing resolutions to keep the federal government open and operating:“Nearly two weeks ago, the House passed a bipartisan bill to keep the government... Read More.

KDHE, KVDL Host World Rabies Day Poster Competition 2025

Tuesday, September 30

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (KVDL) at Kansas State University in collaboration with Bavarian Nordic and the One Health Commission Bat Rabies Education Team (BRET) are hosting a poster contest to educate children about rabies... Read More.

Governor Kelly Directs Flags be Flown at Half-Staff in Honor of Hays Police Sergeant Scott Heimann

Tuesday, September 30

TOPEKA, Kan. — In accordance with Executive Order #20-30, Governor Laura Kelly on Tuesday directed flags be flown at half-staff on all state buildings, grounds, and facilities from sunup to sundown on Friday, October 3, 2025, in honor of Hays Police Sergeant Scott Heimann,... Read More.

Allen County Commission Approves 911 Console Upgrades and Proceed with Writing of Appraiser Tablet Software

Tuesday, September 30

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — Two items from past meetings were back before the Allen County Commission Tuesday, as it approved proceeding with purchase of new consoles for the 911 center. On a 2-1 vote Commissioner David Lee opposed, it accepted the low bid submitted... Read More.