Category Archives: News
LYON COUNTY DISTRICT COURT: Jury trials ahead in drug distribution, child sex abuse, aggravated child endangerment cases
Several cases working through Lyon County District Court moved closer to trials after hearings Thursday. Dennis Ray Torrence A man accused in Lyon County District Court of sexually abusing a teenager ...
Mar 10, 2023 KVOE News file photo.
Blood in Flight Initiative behind-the-scenes work detailed on KVOE Morning Show
Following Wednesday's announcement of the Blood in Flight Initiative at Newman Regional Health, further details were discussed by members of LifeSave Transport on KVOE's Morning Show on Thursday. The ...
Mar 10, 2023 KVOE News file photo.
No Coast Film Fest screening Oscar-nominated short films Saturday
It's Oscars weekend, and if you want to see who is up for some awards before Sunday night's TV show, you have a chance to do so in downtown Emporia on Saturday. No Coast Film Fest is screening all the...
Mar 10, 2023 No Coast Film Fest graphic.
Medical condition leads to semi wreck on Kansas Turnpike near Matfield Green service exit
An unspecified medical condition apparently led to a semi wreck and reported injuries for the driver on the Kansas Turnpike near the Matfield Green service exit early Friday. The Kansas Highway Patrol...
Mar 10, 2023 Kansas Turnpike Authority logo.
Noted shark expert coming to Emporia State on Friday evening
In a way, the popular TV phenomenon "Shark Week" is getting compressed Friday night with an appearance by a noted expert on the predator. Dr. David Shiffman, an interdisciplinary marine conservation b...
Mar 10, 2023 Dr. David Shiffman (left) will discuss science and policy related to sharks during a special appearance at Emporia State's Albert Taylor Hall on Friday night. Arizona State University photo.
STATEHOUSE: Veto showdown ahead as Kansas Senate passes Fairness in Women's Sports Act
A bill designed to halt transgender women from participating in girls' or women's sports at the school or college level is now in front of Kansas Governor Laura Kelly. The Kansas Senate voted 28-11 to...
Mar 10, 2023 KVOE News file photo.
KanCare expansion rally bus stopping in Emporia on Wednesday
Area residents wanting to attend next week's Rally for KanCare Expansion in Topeka can board a bus in Emporia, courtesy of Alliance for a Healthy Kansas. The bus will stop at St Mark's Lutheran Church...
Mar 10, 2023 Alliance for a Healthy Kansas graphic.
Second annual Show of Hands Pitch Competition generates revenue for four local entrepreneurs Thursday
Emporia Main Street's Show of Hands competition made its return inside of the Emporia Granada Theatre Thursday night. The short pitch competition featured presentations from four local entrepreneurs i...
Mar 09, 2023 Pictured Left to Right:
Angel Franco, Courtney Leek, Melanie Smith and Amanda Janzen.
Photo by Tagan Trahoon/KVOE News
Emporia Children's Choir debuts with its first concert at St. Mark's Lutheran Church
St. Mark's Lutheran Church was so full that had to add extra seats for members of the community who wanted to see the Emporia Children's Choir's first concert Thursday evening. The Emporia Children's ...
Mar 09, 2023 Emporia Children's Choir sings different songs in their first concert Thursday evening. They were joined by Emporia High School Prelude and Concert choirs. Photos by Ana Valdez / KVOE News
Accessible gardens and new multi-use court in Admire among latest initiatives through Healthier Lyon County
Healthier Lyon County is continuing to expand its reach throughout the local area and is now helping to facilitate an upcoming project in Admire. During a recent appearance on KVOE's Morning Show, HLC...
Mar 09, 2023 Healthier Lyon County Logo.
