Author Archives: Chuck Samples
Splash pad construction begins in Americus
Construction has started on a new splash pad in Americus. Project Playscape has been generating funds and public support for the project for several years. Group spokesperson Britney Hinrichs says it'...
Apr 27, 2025 Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
Traffic flow adjustments coming soon to Prairie at 12th and 15th as major waterline project nears end
A week delayed, major traffic flow changes are coming as Emporia's 24th and Prairie waterline replacement project nears the end. The city has confirmed plans to open up the intersection of 15th and Pr...
Apr 26, 2025 15th and Prairie will open soon to traffic -- but that means a three- to four-week closure of 12th and Prairie as the city of Emporia continues its 24th and Prairie waterline project. Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
New RDA bylaws tentatively set for approval at May 9 meeting
New bylaws for the Regional Development Association of East Central Kansas could be in place by early next month. RDA Executive Assistant Robin Emley says a meeting has been set up for 7 am May 9 at t...
Apr 26, 2025 Tagan Trahoon/KVOE News
Kansas Arts Commission announces Tallgrass Artist Residency participants
Over 10 artists from across the country will call Matfield Green home -- at least to a degree -- as part of the Kansas Arts Commission's Tallgarss Artist Residency program. Artists will have time and ...
Apr 26, 2025 Kansas Department of Commerce logo.
Governor signs bill creating Office of Early Childhood among list of approvals
The regular session and veto session are both done for Kansas lawmakers, but Governor Laura Kelly is still taking action in several cases. Governor Kelly signed House Bill 2045, which consolidates exi...
Apr 26, 2025 Office of the Kansas Governor photo.
KTA echoes KDOT call to report scam texts about unpaid tolls
The Kansas Turnpike is again reminding drivers to report texts about unpaid tolls. The KTA has been dealing with smishing scams for about a year. Senior Customer Service Manager Donnell Brown says the...
Apr 26, 2025 Kansas Turnpike Authority graphic.
Short list of Lyon County roads remains closed after Thursday storm; all-hazard severe weather risk possible Monday
Lyon County roads closed Friday by heavy rain Thursday remain closed this weekend. The Lyon County Highway Department has placed barricades at these locations: *Road 150 from Kansas Highway 99 to Road...
Apr 26, 2025 KVOE News file photo.
DOGE, tariffs and voting among topics addressed with Congressman Derek Schmidt on KVOE
Kansas Second District Congressman Derek Schmidt sees a more targeted approach in the future as the Department of Government Efficiency continues its work. Government efficiency was one of several top...
Apr 25, 2025 Kansas Congressman Derek Schmidt. Official portrait.
Projects in Emporia, numerous nearby communities secure HEAL funding through Kansas Department of Commerce
Emporia and several nearby communities are benefiting from funding announced by the Kansas Department of Commerce. Emporia's Gazette Collective restoration project is getting $100,000 in HEAL funding....
Apr 25, 2025 Kansas Department of Commerce graphic.
Crime Stoppers issues reward for man wanted on PFA warrant
Lyon County Crime Stoppers is asking for help in finding a man wanted on suspected protection from abuse violations. Crime Stoppers says Walter Armando Duarte has a warrant out for his arrest. Duarte ...
Apr 25, 2025 Walter Duarte. Lyon County Crime Stoppers photos.
