Author Archives: Chuck Samples

So far, so good as USD 252 Southern Lyon County begins classes this month. Superintendent Ryan Muhlig is into his second year as the district's leader, and he says things are going smoothly as he cont...

More conversations about strategic partnerships are ahead for the Newman Regional Health Board of Trustees. The board meets Wednesday and will close the meeting with an executive session on the topic....

An investigation is underway after a car-bicycle accident in north Emporia on Tuesday. Emporia Police, Emporia Fire/EMS and Emporia State Police and Safety responded to the 100 block of West 12th, jus...

After over 50 years of operation, Rollers has sold. The roller skating rink at 701 Graham had been on the market just about all summer. The business had offered roller skating, an arcade and food to t...

Part of an Emporia street will be closed through the Labor Day weekend. The city says Chestnut Street will be closed between Grove and Ninth for repairs as part of the annual Street Rehab work. The pr...

Several traffic campaigns are currently underway for the KVOE listening area. The annual "You Drink, You Drive, You Lose" effort runs through Labor Day as law enforcement officials look for any and al...

A lot of travelers are expected for the Labor Day weekend. Kansas AAA Public and Government Affairs Manager Shawn Steward expects a significant bump in travel nationwide. Gas prices are now running be...

Q&A With Trey isn't just for KVOE's airwaves. Emporia City Manager Trey Cocking will headline a public meeting with city staff on Wednesday. The meeting will be at 7 pm at the White Auditorium Little ...

Lyon County Extension has a 4-H agent. Rhett Newby officially began his duties at Extension last week. He will be responsible for developing and delivering educational programs for schoolkids, includi...

A new fundraiser is benefiting Beacon for Hope Suicide Prevention. The fundraiser, Chest Bumps for Charity, reflects a three-year tradition where Emporia State football sideline reporter Tagan Trahoon...