Iola’s swim team hosted squads from Chanute and Humboldt to open the 2024 season under spectacular weather conditions. Iola’s and Humboldt’s results follow: Girls 6 and under 25-yd backstroke — 4. Marin Coffield, 58.11; 6.…

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Iola’s swim team opened the 2024 season with a home meet at Riverside Park against Chanute and Humboldt. Results will be available in the weekend edition.

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