Making a connection with the community has been a goal for Iola High School band instructor Matt Kleopfer. His wish is coming true by evidence of gifts from the community.
Josh Oberley from Modern Woodmen donated $3,683 to the Iola band program Thursday. The gift was a match to an earlier donation from L.C. Lacy after the band students performed at the Allen County Country Club.
“I want to give a huge thanks for the community’s support,” Kleopfer said. “It seems like we get donations or a card or a compliment every…
Community involvement pays off for Iola bands
