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Uncle of first Columbine victim gives powerful message of respect, kindness
Mention the name Columbine High School to somebody on the street, and they may be able to tell you where they were when that horrific school shooting happened. Mention Columbine to Larry Scott, and he...
Apr 14, 2018
'Don't multitask:' Agencies give sober warning about distracted driving
Local and state authorities are urging drivers to put the distractions away when they climb behind the wheel. April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and local and state agencies are was...
Apr 14, 2018
Road projects beginning Monday, Tuesday
The next few days will be busy for road improvements, both in and out of Emporia. Within the city limits, three railroad crossings will be shut down all week starting Monday. Burlington Northern Santa...
Apr 14, 2018
Motorcycle driver hurt, hospitalized after crash with car
Lyon County authorities say two people injured following a car vs. motorcycle crash in North Lyon County Friday evening are going to be alright. The vehicles collided at the intersection of Highway 99...
Apr 14, 2018
FHTC Gala highlights fundraising campaign to renovate, expand culinary arts program
A sold-out crowd witnessed history during Friday’s annual Flint Hills Technical College Foundation Gala. While final numbers are still being calculated, this year’s auction and benefit rai...
Apr 14, 2018
Angels out score Royals 7-1
A 5 run 7th inning lifted the Los Angeles Angels to a 7-1 win over the Kansas City Royals Thursday night. Ian Kinsler hit a lead off home run in the first for the Angels. In the 7th Shohei Ohtani trip...
Apr 13, 2018
Emporia High schedule for Friday the 13th
The Emporia High softball, girls soccer and track and field teams are scheduled to compete Friday. The Emporia High softball team plays at Topeka Seaman. The Lady Spartans are 4-0 to start the season ...
Apr 13, 2018
Emporia State Schedule Friday the 13th
The Emporia State track and field teams will be competing in the Wichita State hosted K.T. Woodman meet. The Emporia State mens and womens tennis duels against Newman have been postponed and reschedul...
Apr 13, 2018
Seaman sweeps Emporia High baseball
The Emporia High baseball team was swept by Topeka Seaman in a doubleheader Thursday night. Seaman won the first game 9-1. The Spartans scored the games 1st run in the 2nd inning. John Miller scored o...
Apr 13, 2018
Emporia State softball sweeps Southwest Baptist
The Emporia State softball team swept a doubleheader from Southwest Baptist Thursday afternoon. The Lady Hornets won the 1st game 5-4. Southwest Baptist scored a run in the first inning. Emporia State...
Apr 13, 2018
