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"One of a kind," is a massive understatement when talking about Don Ek who passed away on Monday night. At Larry Kramer's funeral they talked about "terms of endearment." Don Ek had more than his shar...

The announcement last week that Mark McAnarney had been hired as Emporia's new City Manager came as a surprise only because the City Commission had indicated they were hiring a search firm to help fil...

Ray Call, wow! While Ray and I had conversations from time to time I did not know he was close to passing away. This is a great loss. Unique is the only way to describe Ray Call. Talk about hearing a ...

Emporia city commissioners have an action session Wednesday night. Commissioners may officially award the contract to a search firm as commissioners continue looking for a new city manager. Commission...

Emporia State is the host of several activities this week, including Thursday’s Sonia Kovalevsky Mathematics Day. The 20th anniversary of this event honors women in high school for their accompl...

Saturday night Emporia State University will hold a Gala to mark the end of their 150 year celebration. My name is Steve Sauder and I am a Hornet. Let me suggest this is a great time to be a Hornet. W...

2-5-14 A Texas eye doctor recently sent this letter to Aetna insurance declaring their contract null and void because of Obamacare. I have been privileged and honored to care for thousands of patients...

The David Traylor Zoo is announcing the arrival of an orphaned male cougar cub from Washington state. The young cougar cub was rescued by Washington Fish and Wildlife in late January, reportedly found...

The girls’ and boys’ championship games of the 93rd Annual Lyon County League tournament will feature a Marias des Cygnes Valley and Olpe doubleheader. Day 4 began with the Olpe girls defe...

It took a little time to get to know Larry Kramer, but when you succeeded you had a true friend. Larry was a no nonsense person and coach. He passed away last Saturday. He was 71. Coach or Coach K as ...