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The Chamber discusses the Citywide Garage Sale, upcoming community events and Farm City Days forms; Rachel Smith joins Chamber Chat to talk about Luke’s Legacy Foundation and Childhood Cancer Awareness Month; and the community is encouraged to Paint the Town Gold and help raise awareness.

The Coffey County Cancer Support Group joins Ad Astra to talk about supporting local families facing cancer and how the community can get involved; and upcoming events include the eCommunity launch party, Coffee and Conversation, Pioneer Days and the Mexican Fiesta.

Thrive Allen County is hosting a community conversation in Savonburg; and Megan discusses Recovery Month, the SEK Recovery House and community support for people working toward recovery.

The Bowlus Fine Arts Center recaps last week’s first show and Laura Spencer’s art exhibit; Bill W. and Dr. Bob begins the Sleeper Family Trust Speaker Series Friday; Lenny Bruce comes Saturday as a separate special event; and series tickets are still available before the first shows.

The Chamber recaps last week’s events and upcoming activities, including the Demo Derby, Movie on the Square and Citywide Garage Sale; and Lehigh State Park joins Chamber Chat to talk about camping, boating, fishing, swimming, the event space and what’s coming next at the park.

Shop Hop 2026 gives locals and visitors a free way to support local businesses and earn points; the Chamber explains how to use the free community calendar; and shopping local helps support local businesses, events and community improvements, with several Coffey County events coming up in September.

September is National Recovery Month, and Thrive Allen County is highlighting recovery resources in Southeast Kansas; the SEK Recovery House provides a substance-free, recovery-focused place to live for men rebuilding their lives; and community support is needed to sustain the Recovery House and expand services.

Cole Moyer’s movie Just Talk and Movies on the Square; Laura Spencer’s wood burning art reception; Emily Raff and her band opening the Bowlus season; and ticket details for the upcoming season and September shows.

Brunch and Business - learn about hiring; the next Chamber Coffee is coming up at the Iola Register; the rescheduled Demo Derby and Citywide Garage Sale are on the calendar; and Alana previews The Feedlot Expo, with vendors, giveaways, and Rocco's food truck.

Marita Meech, Founder and President of Agri-Med Crisis Foundation, shares more about their 3rd Annual Fundraiser this Saturday.  She explains why the 'Hope Grows Here' event is so important, and what attendees can expect!

Iola Community Conversation focuses on hearing from residents about the community’s future; the final end of summer market day is coming up with bounce houses, food, and farmers market vendors; and the pie-eating contest will offer $500 in Chamber Bucks.

ICT's variety show fundraiser on August 22nd; Disney Channel originals coming to the square; Emily Raff brings country music to the Bowlus on August 29th; and a look at what's coming up at the Bowlus.

The State Park's phenomenal turnout; the Kansas Small Business Development Center at the Chamber; the new football stadium and blue and gold scrimmage; and Thrive Allen County's community conversation, student internships, and Farmers Market pie eating contest.

ICT's variety show fundraiser; Emily Raff kicks off the Bowlus season with country music; a preview of the September speaker series and Lenny Bruce special; and a reminder to grab your season tickets.

State Park's grand opening; the return of I Spy Iola; Brunch and Business and the Farmers Market; and meet new Chamber member Braxton Curry Design, an award-winning local graphic design business offering logos, branding, visual identity, and more.

Myra Gleason and Wild Bloom Coffee celebrates four years downtown; how the business came to Iola; the customizable menu options they offer; their upcoming fall menu; and what's ahead for Movies on the Square.

The Bowlus season kicks off this month with country artist Emily Raff; a preview of September's theatrical performances; and why now is the perfect time to reserve your seats for the 2026-27 season.

Record-breaking summer programs; fair raffle giveaway update; Captain America: The First Avenger comes to Movies on the Square; and a preview of the exciting performances coming soon to the Bowlus Fine Arts Center.

Iola Radio News interview with Overland Park Mayor Curt Skoog, one of three Democrats running for Governor.