Infused with equal parts ambition, anxiety, and of course artistry, the dreams of Jonathan Larson take center stage this weekend at the Bowlus Fine Arts, courtesy of Allen Community College’s theatre and music departments. “tick,…

John Masterson admits freely his blood runs red and black, the school colors of his beloved Allen Community College. There’s a reason for that, Masterson explained Friday.  It’s not the college; it’s the people. To…

If Allen Community College is to expand its footprint in Iola, it will do so to the north. College trustees approved last week the purchase of 34 acres immediately north of the Iola campus from…

Becky Nilges, whose affiliation with Allen Community College started as a student in the 1970s, is back with the college as a trustee. Nilges was appointed Tuesday to fill the position vacated by Robin Schallie,…

Renowned opera singer and Gas native David Holloway offered a loving tribute to his mother, Elta May, and the value of a college education as he delivered the keynote address at the Allen Community College…

Organizers have packed a little bit of everything, from bidding on memorabilia signed by Kansas City Chiefs superstars Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce, to getting a chance to hear world class opera singer and native…

Robin Schallie has resigned her position on the Allen Community College Board of Trustees. Schallie declined to go into specifics regarding her decision, announced Tuesday at the trustees’ monthly meeting, other than to say she…

March Madness is here! Here is what to know about the women’s NCAA Tournament, including the favorites and underdogs as well as key games and how to watch: TOP SEEDS The top four seeds in…

A trio of Allen Community College students were up to the challenge last week — an entrepreneurial challenge. Paulia Ard of Moran took home first place in the school’s Allen Entrepreneurial Challenge. The event required…

The Allen Community College Music Department will offer a concert at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 2, at the Creitz Recital Hall in the Bowlus Fine Arts Center. The theme for the event is “Music To…