Author Archives: Chuck Samples
Appeal ongoing in 2018 Emporia aggravated kidnapping case
An appeal in an Emporia aggravated kidnapping case from several years ago is ongoing. William Anderson has been appealing his 2019 sentence on kidnapping, aggravated battery, robbery and burglary coun...
Jan 13, 2025 William Anderson. Kansas Department of Corrections photo.
Governor's executive order ends state practice of holding certain foster care federal funding at state level
Kansas Governor Laura Kelly has taken a step to adjust foster care funding. Governor Kelly recently signed an executive order to halt the state's longstanding process of using some federal funds -- ai...
Jan 13, 2025 Office of the Kansas Governor photo.
Schwab becomes first announced candidate for Kansas governor in 2026 cycle
The 2026 election cycle is officially months down the road, but there is already traffic for the state's top government position. Current Secretary of State Scott Schwab has announced his campaign for...
Jan 13, 2025 Kansas Secretary of State Scott Schwab. Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
First Q&A with City Officials of 2025 announced
Emporia city leaders have announced their first Q&A with City Officials of the year. The event is 7 pm Feb. 6 at the White Auditorium Little Theater, highlighted by appearances from City Manager Trey ...
Jan 13, 2025 City of Emporia graphic.
Fire damages central Emporia home early Monday
Conditions were already cold and slippery when Emporia Fire was called out to extinguish a house fire in central Emporia early Monday. Air temperatures were 10 degrees and dropping, with wind chills d...
Jan 13, 2025 Emporia fire crews investigate after fire damaged a house at 713 Chestnut early Monday. Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
Country Mart's short-term closure due to snow, ice weight and connected structural issues
Emporia's Country Mart grocery store is in the middle of an unplanned shutdown. On Saturday, the store announced via social media it would need to close through Monday. It also said it was working wit...
Jan 12, 2025 Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
Argabright anticipates work in numerous policy areas as legislative session begins Monday
On Monday, Mike Argabright trades in his longstanding role as education administrator for his work as Kansas lawmaker. Argabright now represents the Kansas Senate 17th District, and he says he has two...
Jan 12, 2025 Mike Argabright. Courtesy photo.
WEATHER: Travel improving again after Saturday night wintry mix, Sunday morning fog
Residential traffic is still slow and snowy, but travel speeds are approaching normal for Emporia's main streets after the latest episode of wintry weather. Area locations had a light wintry mix Satur...
Jan 12, 2025 Drivers ease through the 12th and Rural intersection with spotty black ice conditions noted Sunday morning. Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
$350,000 anonymous gift announced for Little Lyons
Renovations at Little Lyons Childcare are getting a significant boost, thanks to a six-figure donation. The Little Lyons Board of Directors says it has received an anonymous donation of $350,000. The ...
Jan 10, 2025 Lyon County is applying for Hazard Mitigation funds to build a storm shelter at Little Lyons Childcare (pictured) and to install a storm siren in Thorndale. Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
ESU Foundation names new leader
A man with experience in executive positions in higher education, healthcare and special needs improvements will be the next leader of the Emporia State University Foundation. ESU says Jason Drummond ...
Jan 10, 2025 Jason Drummond. Emporia State University photo.
