Tag Archive: 'Iola' (Page 3)


  • First Portland Alley Ramble

    After a couple hectic months of moving, I finally got out for a ride in the country around my new home in Southeast Kansas. Join me for a little back-roads ramble!

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  • What is “Bicycle Friendly”?

    What is “Bicycle Friendly”?

    How does the concept of bicycle friendliness work in rural small towns? Is it more a matter of infrastructure, or attitude?

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  • Moving to Portland (Alley)

    My wife and I are planning to move from our long-time home in Johnson County, Kansas, to a more bikeable and walkable community. The destination we've chosen might surprise you...

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  • Sunflower Cycling News: 2013-06-26

    Sunflower Cycling News: 2013-06-26

    Tour of Lawrence, New Lawrence Bike Racks, Pittsburg TransAm Shelterhouse Ribbon-Cutting, New York bicyclist struck by car near Tribune, and more bicycling news from Kansas and nearby states.

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  • Grant to Fund New Trail in Iola

    The city of Iola is planning to use a Transportation Enhancement grant to fund the development of a short rail-to-trail conversion project to connect with the Prairie Spirit Trail.

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  • Southwind Rail Trail Grand Opening

    The Southwind Rail Trail held its official grand opening ceremony on June 8th. Here are some photos of the event, and the trail.

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  • 2013 Transportation Enhancement Grants Announced

    2013 Transportation Enhancement Grants Announced

    The Kansas Department of Transportation has selected 35 projects for funding through the federal Transportation Enhancements program. The list include bicycling-related projects in 17 Kansas communities.

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  • Sunflower Cycling News: 2013-05-29

    Sunflower Cycling News: 2013-05-29

    Topeka Hit-and-Run Driver Still At Large, Salina Bike Thief Gets No Jail Time, Lawrence seeking input on bike plan, KCK youth riding bicycle struck by vehicle in Shawnee, Arkansas City preparing for Bike Across Kansas, and more bicycling news and events from Kansas and neighboring states!

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  • Southwind Rail Trail Grand Opening June 8th in Iola

    Southwind Rail Trail Grand Opening June 8th in Iola

    The Southwind Rail Trail is holding a grand opening event on June 8th in Iola. This 6-mile trail between Iola and Humboldt features a crushed limestone surface, and several scenic points, including the magnificent Elm Creek railroad bridge.

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  • Sunflower Cycling News: 2013-03-13

    Sunflower Cycling News: 2013-03-13

    Trails For Kansas Tourism; Gunn Park Trails; Leavenworth County Trail Map; Bike Polo; and more bicycling news and events from Kansas and nearby states.

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