Construction crews began work Wednesday on the installation of artificial turf at the Riverside Park football field, launching a $1.2 million improvement project approved by the USD 257 Board of Education in March. Double E…

Two newcomers to the Iola City Council would like to kick the tires on the idea of adding artificial turf to baseball and softball diamonds at Iola’s Riverside Park. Jeremiah Ivy and Doug Kerr both…

Plans to install artificial turf at the Riverside Park football field moved forward Monday evening as USD 257 board members approved a $1.2 million bid for the project, selecting Double E Construction of Gas. Chad…

Kansas Appleseed will host “Justice for All: The Future of Kansas Courts” —  a conversation on the upcoming election on a constitutional amendment to elect Kansas Supreme Court justices. The event is at 6 p.m.,…

The wet weather is expected to be long gone by Halloween, allowing for youngsters to enjoy myriad activities. The Iola Area Chamber of Commerce will once again host Trunk or Treat from 5:30 to 7:30…

Iola pre-K students were dreaming big in Riverside Park Thursday, as USD 257 sponsored a career day for the youngsters. Area organizations brought equipment, activities and lots of smiles to help give students an idea…

Area organizations are teaming up to host a job fair Thursday, Nov. 13, at the Recreation Building in Riverside Park. The event begins at 1 p.m. with exclusive access for military veterans; the general public…

A new digital sign marking the entrance of Iola’s Riverside Park marks the completion of a months-long collaboration between the city, USD 257 and Allen County 4-H Council. Workers from CDL Electric put the finishing…

A complete renovation of the Davis Street soccer fields adjacent to Iola’s Riverside Park is progressing, albeit slowly. “It’s gone a little slower than I’d like,” said Recreation Director Jason Bauer. “But with the lead…

The Allen County Fair, which ended Sunday, packed in a wealth of fun, games and animal exhibits into Iola’s Riverside Park. The Register was there to capture the 4-H exhibitors and their animals or open…