Chain to Main Local News - Thursday, July 9, 2026

Chain to Main Podcast · Jul 9, 2026 · 1m

The 54th Annual Iola Car Show and Swap Meet rolls into Iola today through the 11th, celebrating America’s 250th birthday with a patriotic Red, White and Blue theme. Organizers expect thousands of visitors to enjoy more than 2,300 show cars, 4,000 swap spaces, military vehicles, and special displays. Celebrity guests include Vice Grip Garage’s Derek Bieri, actor Sung Kang of Fast & Furious, and TV stars Patrick Duffy and Linda Purl. Gates open daily at 7 a.m. Organizers call it “America’s Car Show and Swap Meet.” More details at iolaoldcarshow.com. Registration is now open for Session 2 of…