Iola register archives 12, 1931 in Rich Hill, Missouri, to Sherman and Bertha (Burk) Brittingham. I know and respect both John Brocker and Jon Wells, candidates in the general election to fill the District 3 seat, and wish them both well. The solar farm is expected to replace about one-third of the electrical demand for Monarch. Born in American Fork, Utah, Laurel was the beloved daughter of Alfred William Morton and Afton (Rodeback) Morton. 3 days ago · Iola Middle School's Breighlynn Rutherford and Kailynn Rodriguez capped perfect wrestling seasons Thursday by pinning both of their respective opponents to claim Pioneer League championships. All of the district’s preschoolers gathered together for the annual tradition. Community members are welcome to attend and voice any concerns. All veterans and the public are invited to attend. 18, 2024 Eric Leon Guenther, age 57, passed away Monday, Nov. The Allen County Historical Society will have its fall meeting at 7 p. ) 1899 to 1939; Additional Metadata Formats MARCXML Record Canada’s Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland resigns from Cabinet. 4, 1956, in Nampa, Idaho, to Benjamin C. In 1945, the family moved to Moran and lived there until 1954 when they Oct 25, 2024 · The city's temporary business licensing ordinance will be a topic of discussion at Monday evening's Iola City Council meeting. 29, 1956 - Nov. , at St. Oct 21, 2024 · An incident at the Knights of Columbus in Piqua Saturday evening reportedly resulted in serious injuries to one person. But for someone in the throes of addiction, it takes something even more p 4 days ago · Immigration to the United States in 2024 drove U. Dec 8, 2024 · Farm City Days offered a weekend jam-packed with fun and activities. When the time came for Mike Geffert to pick his future career path, he hesitated for only a moment. 1 paper, the Register will be printed at NPG Printing in Dec 10, 2024 · On Dec. We aim to carry such a proud past into the future. 18, 2024, at Allen County Regional Hospital. A crowd of around 40 joined Crown Realty on Monday afternoon for a ribbon cutting inaugurating the new Iola office at 102 E. 17, at the Rossville United Methodist Church, 411 Pearl St. The publication dates won't change but some of your favorite features may be on a different page. They'll each appear for open community forums beginning the week of Dec. 2, 1968, at Fort Sill, Okla. HUMBOLDT — Progress on Monarch Cement Dec 11, 2024 · The Iola Register wants to thank subscribers during our 4th annual Subscriber Appreciation Week. After graduation, Tricia pursued her Oct 9, 2024 · The Iola American Legion Post 15 and American Legion Auxiliary are launching a new recruitment effort as membership has dropped. I was do 6 days ago · Landmark’s building in Kincaid, at 102 N. 27, 1951 to Clinton Dean Marlow and Nadja Jean (Allen) Marlow Knight in Iola. The Mustangs were unable to get back into gear the rest of the way in a 59-32 loss. 5 general election nears, I voice my strong support for Jon Wells for Allen County Commission. EPA Region 7 representatives will discuss the Former United Zinc Superfund Site and offer information about residential soil lead guidance during an open house starting at 6:30 p. He was born on Nov. A committee tasked with hiring a 5 days ago · The City of Iola and Humanity House are partnering for a contest where all the participants can win. 2. Taylor's 24-year coaching career includes the past 15 as the director of the Iola Kids Wrestling Club. C. Did he want to continue a farmi Oct 1, 2024 · Arrests and citations On Sept. 19, 2024, at his home. Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City, Mo. 21, 2024, at Allen County Regional Hospital in Iola. Shirley was born March 17, 1936, in Bush City, Kan. 5 election results were finalized Thurday when commissioners met in special session with County Clerk Shannon Patterson to perform the official canvass. HUMBOLDT — Eric L. Nov 18, 2024 · At 95 years young, Glenda Creason runs senior programs. IOLA head coach Amanda Holman noted that Curry’s success on the volleyball court could be traced to the work she put in during the offseason. 26, 1934 - Nov. For over 150 years, the Register has documented life in Iola and Allen County. Oct 23, 2024 · Dear editor, I read with sadness the letter to the editor from A Concerned Republican. The district has been without a maintenance building since 2020, when the previous facility was demolished to make way for a new science and technology building. She attended schools in Bush City, graduating from Kincaid Hig Nov 29, 2024 · Friends of the Kaw volunteers dig 2 to 6 tons of battery cases out of sandbars each year. Weekly Volume IX, no. , passed away early Sunday, Nov. Folk is the real-life Kipps and Wight is the actor who will be playing Kipps. Wicoff, Dean of Career and Technical Education (CTE) and Industry at ACC, addressed Iola City Council members Tuesday evening about a potential partnership. She was born June 20, 1940, near Kincaid, to Lester Wayne Holman and Matilda Alice (Thompson)… Dec 6, 2024 · Ronald John Burris Sr. But it sure hasn’t taken him long to establish a foothold in the Nov 21, 2024 · The Iola Elks Club has teamed up with Allen Community College and others to feed about 70 students who are staying on campus over the fall break. Allen County’s Nov. 10, 2024 Derek Joel “Fro” Holland, was born July 3, 1984, and died Tuesday, Dec. Nov 22, 2024 · Drug Court graduates shared powerful stories of recovery during a graduation ceremony Thursday afternoon at Allen County Courthouse. Now, they call it a “media center. Survivors include his wife, Mary Jane; children, Clay (Susan) Garver, Mike (Shelly) Garve Nov 18, 2024 · LaHarpe PRIDE gathered volunteers for its annual Cleanup Day. Clay, age 89, of Iola, passed away on Saturday, Sept. Through a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA), KMEA anticipates purchasing up to 90 megawatts of electric energy from a 200 MW solar facility in Pratt County called Ninnescah Flats Solar. (Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images/TNS) Fears of a press crackdown under Donald Trump’s Nov 14, 2024 · Dec. 2, 1875)-vol. He was a 1960 graduate of Iola High School. 14, 2024, at Stormont-Vail Hospital in Topeka. Gregg Hutton, code enforcement director for the city, will teach a Utility Usage Reduction Class at 5:30 p. Dana Daugharthy, CTE coordinator for USD 257, gave board members an update on the program Monday evening, just days after organizing an event that brought 5 days ago · Iola High's girls saw their offense go into a funk in the second quarter against rival Burlington. The Center for Economic Development and Business Research at Wichita State University projects that the state of Kansas will have a 10% population growth 6 days ago · The new PrairieLand Partners facility at the northwest corner of U. Now they’re eyeing an ambitious cleanup target for 2030. 29, 1956, to Archie Saferite and Olga Cole. As the independent candidate fo 6 days ago · Iola High’s Reese Curry pounds home a kill during a match this season. 11, 2024 William Joseph Stahl, 80, passed away Oct. He was 56 years old. 15, 1935 - Sept. Results will be available at io Nov 20, 2024 · Howard L. 19, 1967 in El Dorado, Kan. Senate. Iola High’s girls and Burlington gave the fans an entertaining show Tuesday — at Nov 27, 2024 · David E. Iola register three times a week (DLC)sn 86064505 (OCoLC)14263711 Dec 8, 2024 · For over 150 years, The Iola Register has documented life in Iola and Allen County. Jim was born on April 19, 1938, in Marion, Indiana, to Marvin Frye and Irene (Baggett) Frye. Shryock, age 72, passed away Wednesday, Nov. and 5 to 7 p. TOPEKA — Former Neosho County Attorney Linus Thuston, who was jailed for misdemeanor convictions earlier th Oct 25, 2024 · Photo by Richard Luken / Iola Register Welcome to Project Makeover: Red Devils edition. The best stories always start, “Once upon a time…” This weekend’s Farm City Days carries that the Nov 26, 2024 · Iola High School student volunteers serve a Thanksgiving feast to USD 257 preschool students Tuesday afternoon at the IHS science and technology building. She has volunteered for the Iola Senior Center for many years and delivers Meals on Wheels. The crestfallen Mustangs had little opportunity to rebound — players were dabbing tears from their eyes as they took the court against top seed Girard — and Oct 23, 2024 · Area business leaders gathered at Allen Community College to brainstorm ideas to address population decline and the need for skilled workers. We now offer these digital archives for our subscribers. S. PIQUA — The Woodson County Sheriff’s Office responded Saturday evening to an incident at the Knights of Columbus in Piqua. His priority is to reduce spending and bring businesses, industry and people into Allen County to grow the tax base. , surrounded by his loving family. Photo by Richard Luken / Iola Register Chase Vaughn didn’t follow a typical path to becoming an attorney. Friends and family are invited to attend a reception in their honor from 2 to 4 p. Sure, practices started only Monday, but Iola High’s boys and girls will be Oct 28, 2024 · The Allen County Historical Society's presentation on WPA projects during the 1930s offered a look at buildings still in use today. They tackle items as big as septic tanks. A funeral service will be held Oct 10, 2024 · Rookies plans to reopen its downtown building in early November. Oct 18, 2024 · The Iola Register began in 1867 as The Allen County Courant, eight years after Iola was founded. The Iola squads will open the 2023-24 season at home Dec. They should not pass up the opportunity. Oct 10, 2024 · To the editor, As the Nov. A commissioner who proposed the sales tax said the county could try again. Oct 25, 2024 · Iola Middle School's library has received a much-needed update. 3, 2024, at his sister’s home in Parsons, Kan. 11, 2024, in Hollister, Mo. The "Holocaust VR Experience" utilizes virtual reality headsets to give participants a unique perspective of World War II. on Saturday, Jan. But the majority of city council members elected to take the conservative approach to addressing the massive $13 million replacement of water lines that is to begin next year by not hiking rates the full 67% as was suggested at last month’s meeting. Photo by Vickie Moss The search for a new director for the Bowlus Fine Arts Center will continue into January. ” It still looks like a library, but the large, open room in a centralized location at Iola Middle School bears litt Dec 2, 2024 · John Taylor is the new head coach for Iola High's wrestling team, although he's hardly new to most Mustang wrestlers. , to Harry “Chris” Colgin and Anna “Marie” (Thoho Nov 21, 2024 · Photo by Tim Stauffer / Iola Register Wesley United Methodist Church volunteers served around 500 Thanksgiving dinners to community members Wednesday evening. , passed away on Tuesday, Nov. He was born Feb. 13, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer, at his home in Overland Park, Kan. Iola hosts Prairie View Thursday. They were married December 26, 1964, in Chanute. Spearheaded by Barbara Leavitt, about 20 volunteers cooked, distributed, and even delivered the meals in what, from the outside at least, appeared to be a smooth-running operation. Gerald was born on Sept. Parents, legal guardians and foster parents throughout Allen County are welcome to register their children to receive assistance. (Andrew Harnik/Getty Images/TNS) What is U. Photo by Vickie Moss / Iola Register Nov 21, 2024 · Jan. He was born Jan. 23, Kevin Runner of Iola was arrested on suspicon of possession of methamphetamine in the 1800 block of North Walnut Street. Advance voting is underway at the Allen County Courthouse. He grew up in Bourbon County Oct 16, 2024 · Mike and Barbara Geffert are this year's Farm Marshals for the Farm City Days parade Saturday. Photo by Sarah Haney / Iola Register Dec 8, 2024 · Farm City Days offered a weekend jam-packed with fun and activities. After receiving services from Southeast Kansas Mental Health Center over the past two years, Smalley wanted t 6 days ago · Speaker of the House Mike Johnson welcomes President-elect Donald Trump onstage at a House Republicans Conference meeting at the Hyatt Regency on Capitol Hill on Nov. Saturday behind the Veterans Wall on the square. 20. 20, 2024, in Tucson, Ariz. Additional details about Iola's heart-breaking 28-23 loss are here. Scott, above left, took the helm in 1882. , Saturday, behind the Veterans Wall on the Iola square. Charlie was born on Dec. 10, 2024 Laurel Morton Hay, 76, born March 5, 1948, passed away peacefully at her residence on Sunday, Nov. 4, 2024. Published as: Iola register and Allen County courant, Apr. , age 82, a resident of Colony, Kansas, surrounded by his daughters, passed away peacefully at his home Wednesday, Dec. Iola City Council members will continue their conversation about the city’s temporary business licensing o Dec 11, 2024 · The Iola school bands welcomed the community to their winter concerts Tuesday evening at the Bowlus Fine Arts Center. A special committee was formed in early April to discuss recommended changes to the city’s ordinance regarding food trucks. Walker and 3 days ago · A trio of widowed sisters who grew up in Elsmore moved into a renovated church together in Iola. 25, 2024. She grew up in Iola, Kansas, where she attended school and graduated with the class of 1974. The Register is committed to serving Allen County by being independent in all things, but radical in the pursuit of freedom, justice and equal rights. Santa Claus paid a visit to Iola High School Thursday evening to partake in some revelry with the IHS cheerleaders between the Mustangs’ girls and boys varsity basketball games with Prairie View. 19, 1933, on her family’s farm in Bayard, Kan. , the daughter of Lloyd Leroy and Hazel Blanch (Vincent) White. 20, 1936, in Cedar Vale, Kan. Vaughn De Lee was born June 22, 1931, in Chanute, to Arthur Charles and Beatrice Elna (Swanson) Lagergren. 20, 1944. Every now and then, Iola High School drama instructor Regina Chriestenson is comfortable enough to take a big swing with he Nov 5, 2024 · Andrew Giza will serve as the next director of the Bowlus Fine Arts Center. “It’s easy to say you’d do anything for your kids,” Cassandra Hazen of Neodesha said. It’s too soon to tell how soon, or even if, a replacement will be hired. at the Frederick Funston Meeting Hall, 207 N. , to Dennis and Jackie (Stanley) Guenther. 12, 1938 in Bronson, Kansas. County officials also talked about a proposed sales tax question on November's ballot. 13, 2024, in Washington, D. He’ Oct 29, 2024 · Crown Realty celebrates ribbon cutting for its remodeled Iola office. It was the last chance for Iolans to visit with the jovia Oct 30, 2024 · Iola Elementary School's first- and fourth-grade students presented a music program. The digital archives now span from 1875 to 2020. 1. A flurry of public meet-and-greets, interviews and tours awaits candidates for Allen Community College president the first week of December. Tricia was born Nov. 8, 2024, at Shawnee Parc Acute and Rehabilitation Center in Overland Park, Kan. Mayor Ma Oct 21, 2024 · Attention turns Thursday to the history of Iola’s WPA projects. at Iola’s First Baptist Church, 801 N. Gerald is survived by his wife, Mary Ann; sons, Lar Oct 17, 2024 · Dear editor, As my service on the Allen County Commission has been coming to an end, I vowed not to involve myself in the race for my successor. Learn more about each candidate. Apr 27, 2022 · Recent updates to the Iola Register's digital archives offer more years and more history to explore. He was the seventh of 11 children born to Raymond and Bertha (Colgin) Jackson. , to Howard A. OSAWATOMIE — Iola High’s Briley Prather and Brooklyn Holloway can add “all-league golfer” t Nov 13, 2024 · "Shrek the Musical Jr. 4, at Moran Midpoint Baptist Dec 16, 2024 · Oct. Pete’s Corp. He brings experience from various artistic and producing roles, including 14 years as music production manager for "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno. A walk through a German concentration camp, guided by a Holocaust survivor, is one of two short films 5 days ago · Linus Thuston, former Neosho County Attorney, faces six felony charges of perjury and witness intimidation. He will tell his story in the form of a play. Editor: W. Sgt. Nov 22, 2024 · Allen Community College will host four finalists vying to be the next president. 6 against Anderson County. 6 season opener. Santa even did the Chicken Dance with Nov 5, 2024 · Republican Brandon Cameron will be the new county attorney, running unopposed after his boss, Jerry Hathaway, chose not to run. , passed away Sunday, Dec. Dec 11, 2024 · The Protect Reporters from Exploitative State Spying (Press) Act, the strongest press freedom legislation in U. Oct 11, 2024 · Iolans Todd Granere and Jeremiah Ivy have started a Tailgate Crew for Iola High School football games at Riverside Park, with the hopes of getting more folks to support the Mustang football team. Patterson pr Oct 21, 2024 · An incident at the Knights of Columbus in Piqua Saturday evening reportedly resulted in serious injuries to one person. Derek was born in Iola to Melinda Holland and the late Rodger Holland. He was born April 16, 1942 in Hamilton, Kan. Humboldt poll workers, from left, Pat Wilhite and Bob Johnson, help Linda Stanislaus as she arrives to vote at the Humboldt Methodist Church Tuesday morning. m. Landmark, which has operated in Kincaid since 2013, will close the branch at the end Oct 9, 2024 · Iola's Briley Prather and Brooklyn Holloway each earned All-Pioneer League recognition at the league track meet Tuesday in Osawatomie. The goal is to learn how to make your home more energy efficient and save money on utility bills. Publisher Susan Lynn is the great-granddaughter of Mr. A new Kansas law allows open enrollment for students who want to attend a school not in their home district. Playing a medley of songs were the jazz band, beginning and intermediate bands, middle school advanced band, and the high school concert band. Born Oct. , to John Peter Burris and Hazel Charlotte Uhl (Burris). 12, 2024, at her home in Spring Hill. A true-crime podcast, “Bodies in the Bayou,” tells their stories. He held positions with the Kansas Department of Transportation, S Dec 12, 2024 · Kindergarteners at Iola Elementary School created snowmen on boards cut to their height. The poll workers said turnout had been steady. The official student enrollment count will be useful in many ways, Fager said, particularly when it comes to determining state funding. In 1 Nov 11, 2024 · Iola City Hall Register file photo An agreement between the Kansas Municipal Energy Association (KMEA) and NextEra Energy may help bring energy to Iola. The Kansas Highway Patrol reported that Guenther was northbound on 800 St Oct 4, 2024 · Iola crowns its 2024 Fall Homecoming King and Queen. 12, 2024. It was reported on social media that several individua Dec 11, 2024 · At their Tuesday morning meeting, Allen County Commissioners discussed ways to help Your Community Foundation meet a $70,000 matching grant, without affecting the management of the county's environmental fund. Allen Community College is honoring veterans Nov 5, 2024 · David Brian Lomon, Iola, Kan. David was born June 9, 1952, in Kansas City, Mo. LAHARPE — LaHarpe Police Chief Joe Stotler has resigned, LaHarpe City Council members announced Wednesday. With the help of County Counsel Bob Johnson, the commission arrived at a solution. 4 from 1 to 3 p. You can use them to access primary sources, track the evolution of a particular topic or issue, analyze the language and style of journalism, and more. John Brocker, Republican candidate for County Commission District 3, has been hitting the streets for his campaign. , following a brief battle with cancer. It could have been worse. Beginning in 2018, the Register began working with the Kansas State Historical Society to digitize over a century’s worth of our archives, dating all the way back to 1875. Each carded a 106 with Prather taking third in a scorecard tiebreaker. 7, 1943, in Latham, Kansas, to Bertlum and Lois (Ryan) Stokes. Allison, <1876>. 14, 2024 Gerald “Jerry” Gene Bingham, 82, of Topeka, died Thursday, Nov. ‘Tis the season of giving and local organizations have joined together to do j 4 days ago · Photo by Sarah Haney / Iola Register City of Iola crews were busy clearing trees alongside Montana Road in the ongoing preparation of Lehigh Portland State Park Wednesday morning. Opal was born Oct. military branches, along with a POW/MIA flag, in the dining hall. Photo by Tim Stauffer / Iola Register Landmark Bank hosted a customer appreciation lunch Friday at its Kincaid location. , passed away Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024 Charles “Charlie” Wilford Stokes, age 80, passed away at his home in Humboldt on Tuesday, Nov. Assisting were students from Kansas State Univ Oct 2, 2024 · The Iola Public Library is offering an immersive and historical experience. 16 seed Columbus (4-24). Photo by Vickie Moss / Iola Nov 29, 2024 · A solar farm near Monarch Cement Company is a joint effort with Evergy Energy Solutions to offset the company's energy consumption and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Most digital editions of the Register are available dating back to 1875, with an astonishing 348,550 pages available online. It can be a little convoluted at first. The Valley Falls resident isn’t planning a bathroom remodel, thoug Jul 25, 2024 · Enrollment starts next week for the Iola school district, followed by Humboldt and Marmaton Valley. 23, Hollis Grewing was arrested on suspicion of possession of methamphetamine, marijuana, paraphernalia and disorderly conduct in 5 days ago · Feb. 10, 2024. The family will receive friends from 4 to 6 p. If there was ever a moment that solidified what it meant to be a Mustang, it came during Rance McClain’s freshman year at Iola High School. Oct 11, 2024 · LaHarpe businessman Ray Maloney asks a question of candidates during the Register's Election Forum Thursday evening at the Dr. It was reported on social media that several individua 5 days ago · Music programs continued Tuesday at the Bowlus, as Iola Elementary's kindergarten and third graders sang holiday-themed songs. The Iola Daily Register (Iola, Kan. G. 169 and Oregon Road is nearing completion. Morrow, 82, passed away on Nov. I was do Sep 24, 2024 · The Iola school district reported an enrollment increase this year of just one student compared to last year, with a total of 1,186 students at school on the official headcount day of Sept. Francis Hospital in Topeka. 23, 2024 Shirley Joan (Smith) Houk, age 88, of Olathe, formerly of Moran, passed away Wednesday, Oct. Alle Sep 27, 2024 · Starting Tuesday, the Iola Register will be printed at a new location. Tuesday at the Riverside Park Community Building, 510 Park Ave. With Christmas Eve rapidly approaching, Santa Claus squeezed in another opportunity Saturday in LaHarpe to visit with youngsters to get their wish lists prior to D (as in Delivery) Day. of Erie raised $100,000 this year at its convenience stores in three states for the Court Appointed Special Advocates program that operat Oct 14, 2024 · Dec. I am a lifelong Democrat who voted in my first election in 1972. The Mustang wrestlers also will have a frenetic start to the season the first week of December. The fun begins with a community dinner Friday evening, followed by Saturday's events that include a parade, car show and a bull bash. Laurel graduated from Bonneville Hig Dec 13, 2024 · July 3, 1984 - Dec. Howard earned his bachelor of 6 days ago · Opal Mae (Brittingham) Beshore, age 93, passed away peacefully in Olathe, Kansas, Sunday, Dec. Darrell was born Feb. 8, 1952 - Dec. Nov 22, 2024 · Iola High's boys and girls basketball teams will host a Gatorade scrimmage Tuesday in the run-up to the Dec. He was very proud of the four years he served in the United States Marine Corps. Holland; his com 6 days ago · Santa visited the LaHarpe community over the weekend in preparation for the big holiday. Curry and Holman both cited her time on traveling volleyball squads. Is 95 the new 40? Glenda Creason could convince you it is. Charles F. House Speaker Mike Johnson waiting for? Months ago, the . Beginning with our Tuesday, Oct. The organizations need new members to support their community service efforts. Schreiber Shryock. She attended Elsmore schools, graduating from Elsmore High School in 1949. Bethany Miller plays a trombone solo. Cottonwood St. They're continuing a family farming tradition that dates back to 1918. Nov 19, 2024 · A Blue Mound woman was killed in a two-vehicle accident south of Iola Monday evening, the second fatal accident of the day in that part of the county. 22, 1902). 17, 2024. 1 3 days ago · A view of a Starbucks coffee shop in Moscow on March 9, 2022. , Sunday, Nov. The 1% growth rate this year was the highest it has been since 2001, and it was a marked contrast to the record 4 days ago · The high school advanced orchestra, above, played a medley of tunes from “The Nutcracker. Watching from left are Gabriela Guerrero-Geisler and Michael Hancock. 10, 2024 Joseph “Jody” Charles Haen, age 72, passed away at the KU Medical Center in Kansas City, Kan. 16, 1949, Opal married Galen Beshore. Droves of kids and those young-at-heart wait patiently outside Santa’s house Wednesday afternoon on the downtown square. ” Oct 17, 2024 · Photo by Sarah Haney / Iola Register Lisa Wicoff of Allen Community College wants permission to use Riverside Park for a pilot CDL training program. 4, Pete's Corp. Read the full article here. The male nominees are Iola High’s Keegan Hill for his cross country prowess and Tre Wilson for his exploits on the football field; Humboldt High senior quarterback Blake Ellis, and Marmaton Jul 8, 2024 · Iola Register archives recount the still-unsolved murders of an Iola woman, Betty Cantrell, and teenager Sally Hutton, whose brutally beaten bodies were found days apart in 1969. His role as a political science and American history professor at Allen Community College makes him uniquely qualified for this position. He graduated from Shawnee Mission East High School and Fort Hays State University, majoring in Psychology and Business. 19 at the North American International Livestock Exposition in Louisville, Ky. Thuston had been previously jailed for misdemeanor convictions earlier this year. The Allen Community College women, under head coach Leslie Crane, became a dominant force in the Jayhawk Conference last season, coming within a whisker of playing for the program’s first ever Region VI championship. 26, 1934, southeast of Le Roy, the son of Alfred Edward and Oveta Leone (Meats) Yoho. Oct 17, 2024 · Dear editor, As my service on the Allen County Commission has been coming to an end, I vowed not to involve myself in the race for my successor. Local, state, and federal candidates shared their views. Scott and the fourth generation of her family to publish the Register. Nov 15, 2024 · Allen County commissioners finalized the results of the Nov. 5 election with an official canvass of votes. 11, 2024 Patricia Nanette “Tricia” Michael, passed away Monday, Nov. 1, 2024 Richard Lyle “Dick” Marlow, 72, of Olathe, passed away at his home on Jan. and Barbara A. Events kicked off Friday with a community dinner and games including a pedal tractor pull. Iola High’s wrestling season kicks off with a flourish this week. It's a way to recognize veterans on campus and provoke thoughtful conversations, according to a college official. Iola City Council members made quick business of a short meeting Monday evening, approving several items. Iola, Kansas 66749 (620) 365-2111 Vaughn Ray Walker, age 67, of Iola, Kan. A decision is expected Dec. Oct 29, 2024 · Local food truck vendors will likely get a break on their annual license fees while those from other areas will pay the full fee, Iola council members said at their meeting Monday night. Nov 26, 2024 · Rance McClain, Iola High School class of 1986, speaks Monday at the annual Mustangs’ football awards banquet. " Andrew Giza’s love of the performing arts began early. Despite being regaled by the heroics of her ancestors who worked in the coal mines of Southeast Kansas during the 1920s, nary a word could she find about either them or the industry in her eighth-grade history books. Iola High School seniors Grady Dougherty and Madeleine Wanker were crowned Fall 2024 Homecoming King and Queen Friday, prior to the Mustangs' home football game against Girard. They're still in search of some meal items for a Thanksgiving Day feast. 5, 2024, at Richmond Healthcare & Rehabilitation, Richmond, Kansas. Oct 16, 2024 · "Once Upon a Time" is the theme for this year's fall festival. DJ was born June 8, 1958, in Ft. Census Bureau said Thursday. A Veterans Day Ceremony is planned for 11 a. On Oct. Bill Hughes has his eyes on a hot tub. She's organizing a free clothing closet "pop-up shop" in Chanute. He was born in Iola to Leon and Inez Morrow on Feb. Photo by Vickie Moss / Iola Register Iola middle and high school orchestra students presented their winter concert 3 days ago · Santa visits Iola basketball game and dances with cheerleaders. Guenther, 57, Humboldt, was killed early Monday morning in a two-vehicle accident northwest of Humboldt in rural Allen County. Thursday, Jan. " will be performed at 7 p. Photo by Richard Luken / Iola Register. He was 90 years old. , on Dec. XXXVI, no. Donna Houser, historical society president, will outline Iola’s many WPA projects that not only helped the unemployed find jobs during the Great Depression, but continue to serve the community Nov 21, 2024 · Jan. The Mus Nov 15, 2024 · Nov. Nov 29, 2024 · Tim Blankenship, an 8th grade science teacher at Iola Middle School, shows off a fossilized molar from a Columbian mammoth he found in an ancient rock bed along the Neosho River. Todd Granere and Jeremiah Ivy figure the best way to a football fan’s heart is through his stomach. A kitchen fire closed the business in August 2023, and owners opened a restaurant at a new location on North State Street. He Dec 2, 2024 · Loydene M. WICHITA, KANSAS (AP) — Sobs of relief broke out in a federal courtroom in Kansas last week as doz Nov 1, 2024 · The last day to sign up for Iola’s annual Adopt-A-Child program is Monday, Nov. She was a res Oct 31, 2024 · June 22, 1931 - Oct. In the state and federal races, local voters threw their support behind Republican Donald Trump and his running mate, JD Vance, with 72% of the vote compared to 26% for Democrat Vice President Kamala Harris and running mate Gov. Nov 13, 2024 · Allen Community College trustees outlined the schedule to interview president candidates during the first week of December. Many of the buildings and roads Allen County residents enjoy on a daily basis were built in the 1930s as part of President Franklin D. 25, 2024 Vaughn De Lee (Lagergren) Jarred, age 93, of Humboldt, passed away Oct. You can cite articles and stories from the archives in your research papers or academic publications. 6. , the daughter of Leo Paul Lemieux and Norma (Hawkins) Baughn. history, is on the brink of a vote in the U. Nov 14, 2024 · Photo by Vickie Moss / Iola Register. CHANUTE — Rose Smalley knows what it means to struggle. 40 (August. 19-June 14, 1889. com Iola Register newspaper archives can be valuable resources for research and academic purposes. They’ve spent the ensuing months adapting the b 3 days ago · Photo by Richard Luken / Iola Register It’s fitting that a night of high drama on the wrestling mat was decided by a pair of unsung Iola High sophomores. 8, 1952, to Frank and Margaret (Kipp) Haen. employees and CASA representatives gathered in Parsons for an awards presentation and recap of the annual CASA fundraiser. On Sept. He is survived by his son, Nico A. That includes morning and afternoon sessions at Iola Elementary Nov 26, 2024 · Iola City Council members approved a solar power allocation and revisions to a permit policy for food trucks. After high school, Jody attended Emporia State University and earned a degree in compu Nov 19, 2024 · Photo by Richard Luken / Iola Register Iola High athletes joined their counterparts across the state Monday for the first day of practices for the 2024-25 basketball and wrestling seasons. 7, 1943 - Nov. Oct 16, 2024 · June 8, 1958 - Oct. Iola Elementary School’s kindergarten and third-grade classes entertained a packed house Tuesday at the Bowlus Fine Arts Center with a medley of holiday-themed songs. Dec 10, 2024 · HUMBOLDT — Water rates will increase 40 percent beginning in 2025 for Humboldt residents. A downtown bar is returning after a one-year hiatus. You’re invited! Please stop by the Register office next week to help us celebrate our 4th annual Subscriber Appreciation W 6 days ago · Allen Community College installed a display of flags representing U. Subscribers are invited to stop by the office for treats and prize giveaways. 12, 1938 - Dec. Loydene was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband, Larry Dec 12, 2024 · Santa welcomed a long line of kids and those young-at-heart for his final stop on the Iola square Wednesday afternoon. Commercial, has long been a hub of the community. 21, 2024 Gerald E. 4, 2024, at St. He was around 8 y Nov 18, 2024 · A Humboldt man was killed in a two-vehicle accident early Monday morning. To those who felt called to serve their country, the Iola American Legion and American L Nov 12, 2024 · School board members agreed to explore options to build a maintenance building on this lot between a parking lot and tennis courts near Iola High School. He spoke to Karen Price’s 7th grade history class Tuesday. 15, 2024. 4 days ago · Bob Johnson Jr. The two locations will offer different experiences. Voting may be done at the Allen County Courthouse and mail-in ballots can be placed in a drop box. Tim Walz. Thursday and Friday at the Bowlus Fine Arts Center. With Christmas Eve Nov 7, 2024 · All veterans and the public are invited to attend a Veterans Day Ceremony at 11 a. 5, 2024 Debra Jean “DJ” Ballagh, 66, of Iola, passed away Saturday, Oct. The nonagenarian has served as a volunteer with the Iola Senior Center for many years and Nov 19, 2024 · LaHarpe Police Chief Joe Stotler resigned. Norman was also preceded in death by his parents and t Nov 27, 2024 · Photo by Vickie Moss / Iola Register Iola’s middle and high school Career and Technical Education programs keep growing, with community-wide efforts to include businesses and organizations. The facility is set to be fully Oct 2, 2024 · Several have risen to the tops of their respective fields, and are the Iola Register’s nominees for the September Male and Female athletes of the month. Carson, Colo. It was a beautiful fall day for a parade, with bright, sunny skies and temperatures in the 70s. 19, 1967 - Nov. The Mustangs trailed Erie by 10 points midway through their team dual before Iola’s Tripp Mathes took on the Red Devils’ Devin Vogel — the same Vogel who had pinned Mathes earlier this Dec 15, 2024 · Founded in 1867, The Iola Register serves Iola, Kansas, and the surrounding areas with quality news and journalistic integrity. 11, 2024. 15, 1935, in LaHarpe, the son of William and Eula (Markley) Clay. Sep 25, 2024 · Sept. Jody was born on Oct. 23, Hollis Grewing was arrested on suspicion of possession of methamphetamine, marijuana, paraphernalia and disorderly conduct in Dec 9, 2024 · Area 4-Her’s won national champion honors at a livestock judging contest in Kentucky last month. , Rossville. Gary was born on July 15, 1938, in rural Allen County to Ray and Nora (Hamilton) Garver. Christine was born Dec. A drop box can be found in front of the west entrance for those who have received a mail-in bal Oct 31, 2024 · John Brocker is seeking a seat on the county commission. John Silas Bass North Community Center. The media center boasts a a wide, open space that creates more space for books. View Our Channel 302 South Washington. , left, has named Chase Vaughn as a partner in his law firm, creating Johnson Vaughn PA, effective Jan. Jackson. Recent updates to the Iola Register’s digital archives offer subscriber See full list on newspapers. , David was the son of Ralph and Shirley (Pool) Adams. 27, 1951-Jan. Jefferson Ave. 19, 1933 - Oct. Oct 21, 2024 · Feb. 8 seed West Franklin (20-12) and No. I have voted for a handful of Republicans over the years who I felt were the best candidates but have stayed true to my party and its positions Oct 25, 2024 · March 17, 1936 - Oct. Vaughn was born Dec. Change is coming for the Register. The four finalists vying to be the next president of Allen Community College will be in town the first wee Dec 13, 2024 · Area woman pays it forward after receiving support and services. The building, home to the old Iola Laundry, was built in 1901 and had sat vacant for y Jan 9, 2024 · Nov. A Blue Mound woman was killed in a two-vehicle accident south of Iola Monday evening, the second fatal accident of the day in that part of the cou Nov 15, 2024 · Photo by Susan Lynn / Iola Register As a young girl, Linda O’Nelio Knoll knew something was missing in her education. - McDonald's, Coca-Cola and Starbucks on March 8, 2022, bowed to public pressure and suspended their operations in Russia, joining the international corporate chorus of outrage over Moscow's invasion of Ukraine. 4, 2024 Jim Baxter Frye, age 86, of Yates Center, Kansas, passed away on Friday, Oct. West, age 88, of Osawatomie, Kan. 1, 2024. She was born on Aug. 8, 1942. BURLINGTON — Iola Middle School’s Kailynn Rodriguez and Breighlynn Rutherford wrapped up the 2024 girls w Nov 13, 2024 · Photo by Sarah Haney / Iola Register That proposal from Priority Power was presented to the council by Shreve and included options for a 2-megawatt or 4-megawatt generating plant. 3 days ago · Jerry and Cheryl Wallis The family of Jerry and Cheryl Wallis have announced their 60th wedding anniversary. William graduated from Westphalia High School in 1962 and attended Iola Junior Community College. Starting next week, area schools will begin enrollment for the 2024-25 school year. Photo by Sarah Haney / Iola Register Work is right on schedule for PrairieLand Partners’ estimated $14 million John Deere farm implement dealership. It's not known when or if the city will hire a replacement. Throngs of volunteers were in LaHarpe Saturday for the LaHarpe PRIDE Committee’s annual Cleanup Day, where they cleared lawns of brush, debris and even helped demolish a dilapidated house. 9, and at noon on Oct 17, 2024 · Advance voting is underway in Allen County. population growth to its fastest rate in 23 years as the nation surpassed 340 million residents, the U. Photo by Susan Lynn / Iola Register Nov 12, 2024 · Cheers and sobs of relief broke out in a federal courtroom in Kansas as dozens of people whose life savings had been embezzled by a bank CEO learned federal law enforcement had recovered their money. The thousands of pages of newsprint we’ve published contain the first draft of our community’s history. 17, 2024 Gary Garver, age 86, passed away at his home in Iola, on Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2024, at 2:40 a. 1 (January. 1, 2024, at his home. 19, 2024 Norman Vern Yoho of Le Roy, Kan. Oct 1, 2024 · Arrests and citations On Sept. From left, Hoyt George, Asher Reed, Ben Cromer and Eli Kramer. Roosevelt’s New Deal public w Nov 13, 2024 · March 5, 1948 - Nov. Brody Nemecek, an Iola High School graduate, coached the Kansas 4-H All-Star Team that won the National 4-H Livestock Judging Contest on Nov. In the program, Wight is billed as “Kipps” and Folk is “Actor. He was raised in Humboldt, graduating from Humboldt High School in 1985. 8, 2024 Marie “Christine” Garrison, age 90, passed away Tuesday, Oct. a little over a year ago. Ronald completed the 8 th grade and then went on Nov 6, 2024 · On Election Day, Allen County picked a new county commissioner and voted down a half-cent sales tax that would have shifted the burden of funding EMS away from property taxes. ” From left, Mosiah Fawson, Zeddicus Pruett, Luis Fernando Torres-Avila and Logan Huff. Archived issues are available in digital format as part of the Library of Congress Chronicling America online collection. ” Three widowed sisters settled into a remodeled church at 503 South St. Several of these companies Oct 15, 2024 · Photo by Richard Luken / Iola Register Iola High’s Mustangs will be in Girard Monday to open the Class 3A regional volleyball playoffs. 17, 2024 Darrell Eugene Jackson, age 86, passed away at his Mound City, Kansas home on Tuesday, Dec. We’ve accumulated over 369,550 pages. Allen County voters chose a new commissioner Nov 5, 2024 · Poll workers report steady turnout Tuesday for Election Day. 20, 1944 - Oct. Judith Ann Thyer, age 84, formerly of Iola, died Thursday, Sept. Republican. Oct 25, 2024 · The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will offer an update Tuesday about site cleanup for Iola’s lead-contaminated properties. “They are clearing some road right-of-way to make way for a power line,” explained Assistant City Administrator Corey Schinstock. Iola (18-13) is the ninth seed and will play a round-robin tournament against host Girard, the top seed in the Class 3A quadrant, No. Iola Elementary School’s first- and fourth-graders presented “Space Case,” a music program featuring a space-and-Halloween-themed skit, followed by Halloween songs Tuesday evening at the Bowlus Fine Arts Center. Nov 12, 2024 · Nov. 26, 2024, at Vintage Park in Osawatomie. , to Eldon “Doc” and Helen (Canady) Smith. Opal was a devoted member of First Baptist Church in Sep 18, 2024 · July 15, 1938 - Sept. It would have utilized about 25 acres of city-owned property west of Russell Stover Candies. Just call them “The Sassy Sisters on South Street. Jim was preceded in death by his sister, Pat Haze Oct 22, 2024 · Photo by Richard Luken / Iola Register Iola clawed its way back to within three on multiple occasions, but drew no closer, as the Falcons won the set, 25-21, to secure the match, 2-1. Eric was born Jan. The delightful ensemble brings the classic story to rollicking life. 23, 2024. Among these were a solar power allocation and revisions to the city’s transient/t Oct 7, 2024 · April 19, 1938 - Oct. dpakvvw jdyjug udiuo lcqc qjm pisxf wcj ctyiim ajnzl swneq