Author Archives: Chuck Samples
New executive board, new name: Newman Regional Health Volunteers replaces Auxiliary
The support group for Newman Regional Health has a new slate of executive board members and a new name. Known as the Newman Regional Health Auxiliary for years, the organization is now known as Newman...
Jan 27, 2022 Newman Regional Health logo.
Emporia Police searching for SUV after pair of alleged chases early Thursday
Emporia Police are searching for a vehicle and its driver after a pair of alleged pursuits early Thursday. Officer Dominick Vortherms says officers began the process of a traffic stop at 24th and Indu...
Jan 27, 2022 KVOE News file photo.
State's redistricting map passes both House and Senate but faces governor's veto
Senate Bill 355 has passed both chambers of the Kansas Legislature and is off to Governor Laura Kelly for her signature. That step is unlikely. If that bill designation doesn't catch your attention, p...
Jan 27, 2022 Kansas Senate Redistricting Committee map.
Martin Luther King's life, message celebrated during Emporia State event
Emporia State University opened the Memorial Union's doors to the community Wednesday night for its annual Martin Luther King, Junior celebration. Saint James Missionary Baptist Church Pastor Larry Wi...
Jan 27, 2022 Saint James Missionary Baptist Pastor Larry Williams (left) leads a prayer at Emporia State University's annual Martin Luther King, Jr., Celebration on Wednesday. Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
CORONAVIRUS: Lyon County Public Health reports 187 new cases, one new death
Wednesday's COVID-19 caseload number from Lyon County Public Health was almost identical to the one from Monday. Public Health announced 187 new cases Wednesday after 188 new cases Monday. This pushes...
Jan 26, 2022 Lyon County Public Health graphic.
CORONAVIRUS: Testing supplies remain low at Newman Regional Health, but blood supply improves; finances close 2021 strong
COVID-19 continues to strain medical resources, whether it's for people seeking tests or masks or facilities caring for residents. After the Newman Regional Health Board of Trustees meeting Wednesday,...
Jan 26, 2022 KVOE News file photo.
Moran to visit with Flint Hills Optimists on Thursday
Kansas US Senator Jerry Moran will be in Emporia on Thursday. Moran will provide the keynote talk at the Flint Hills Optimist Club's meeting, which will be at noon at the Emporia State Memorial Union ...
Jan 26, 2022 US Senator Jerry Moran.
Behind-the-scenes adjustments announced for 2022 Match Day
At least two changes are coming behind the scenes for the Emporia Community Foundation's Match Day, as announced on KVOE's Morning Show on Wednesday. Community Foundation Executive Director Becky Nurn...
Jan 26, 2022 KVOE News file photo.
Farewell reception Friday for RDA president Kent Heermann
Formal plans have been announced to celebrate Kent Heermann's career as president of the Regional Development Association of East Central Kansas -- and to wish him well as he officially retires. A spe...
Jan 26, 2022 Emporia Area Chamber of Commerce graphic.
COVID-19 status, business development and LCAT fleet wraps all on Lyon County Commission agenda
Lyon County commissioners have COVID-19 response, business development, purchases and a new look for LCAT all on their agenda for Thursday's action meeting. Commissioners will get the latest update on...
Jan 26, 2022 KVOE News file photo.
