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An opening will be coming later this summer to the USD 253 Emporia School Board. During Wednesday’s meeting, the board will consider the resignation of Mike Helbert, who has served for the past ...

There are no reports of thefts, but a so-called “Bubble Bandit” has caused some spectacular sudsing of local fountains. The new fountain at Sixth and Merchant bubbled up Friday morning, wi...

Many of you are familiar with the Serenity Prayer. It's a simple 24-word prayer that has aided many in 12 Step programs as they seek recovery. This prayer is often carried on a coin in one's pocket. H...

A long-time Emporia administrator was recognized recently for exceptional service. Emporia Superintendent of Teaching and Learning Dr. George Abel received the USA-Kansas Outstanding Service Award. Th...

The Emporia City Commission will hold a study session Wednesday morning. The agenda includes a presentation of water district contracts for Rural Water District’s No. 1 and 4 serving Americus an...

SINGAPORE — President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un have reached an agreement to end the North Korean nuclear weapons program. Your browser does not support the audio element....

ALMA — Wabaunsee County deputies are cautioning rural residents about a recent spate of burglaries to homes and outbuildings. The Sheriff’s Office says the main break-in times have been af...

The Newman Regional Health Board of Trustees has a special meeting Wednesday. Board members will meet to discuss the hospital’s budget appropriation request from Lyon County for next year. The m...

After taking Monday off the Kansas City Royals begin a 2 game series with the Cincinnati Reds Tuesday night. The Royals take a 22-44 record into the game. The Reds are 23-43. Ian Kennedy will be on th...

Fresh off their 2nd place finish in the Sam Ellis Classic the Emporia Senior American Legion baseball plays a 9 inning game at Manhattan. Coach Anthony Markowitz says the Sam Ellis Classic was a big p...