Category Archives: News
DROUGHT: Farmers, ranchers need to eye adjustments if dry winter affects area as expected
Ranchers dealing with drought have already sent some of the cattle to feedlots earlier than normal in many cases or they are considering that step. Other adjustments may be coming if we have a dry win...
Oct 31, 2022 K-State Research and Extension photo.
Donations sought for Emporia Main Street's Soldier Care Package drive
Emporia Main Street's Soldier Care Package drive is now underway. Director Casey Woods says soldiers overseas are looking for at least some of the comforts of home. Books, non-perishable food, flavor ...
Oct 31, 2022 KVOE News file photo.
Cold Weather Rule begins Tuesday
The state's Cold Weather Rule takes effect this week. The Cold Weather Rule prevents utility companies from shutting off services to customers if the temperature goes below 35 degrees or is forecasted...
Oct 31, 2022 KVOE News file photo
DROUGHT: Ag producers in Chase, Greenwood counties eligible for emergency federal loans
Ag producers in two area counties can receive emergency credit for loans as the drought continues. The US Department of Agriculture's Farm Service Agency has announced a natural disaster declaration s...
Oct 31, 2022 USDA photo.
Core of Emporia's All Veterans Tribute schedule begins this week
Emporia's annual All Veterans Tribute Week activities begin this week. The activity list begins Tuesday with the Veterans Artist Gallery exhibit at the Emporia Arts Center, with the core of activities...
Oct 31, 2022 KVOE News file photo.
USD 252 Southern Lyon County begins 10th Honor Flight
The latest rapid-fire trip to Washington DC and back is underway for USD 252 Southern Lyon County. Honor Flight Number 10 got started with the traditional sendoff from Olpe before 2 am. Veterans, stud...
Oct 31, 2022 USD 252 Southern Lyon County launched its 10th Honor Flight early Monday. Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
Vehicle fire near Allen under investigation
An investigation is underway after a vehicle fire in northern Lyon County on Sunday evening. Allen-Admire firefighters were paged to Roads 310 and L, or about four miles south of Allen, shortly before...
Oct 30, 2022 Google Maps image.
AVILA MURDER: Preliminary hearing to begin Monday in Garcia case; status hearings ahead this month for three co-defendants
A preliminary hearing is set to begin Monday for the alleged shooter in the Jesus Avila murder case from over five years ago. Samuel Garcia is currently set for a two-day hearing in Lyon County Distri...
Oct 30, 2022 Samuel Garcia. Lyon County Jail photo.
Lyon County Crime Stoppers begins new suspect search, announces discovery of second suspect
Lyon County Crime Stoppers has announced the discovery of one suspect and a new search for a suspect. Crime Stoppers says 26-year-old Adena Masters has been located, although it does not say she has b...
Oct 30, 2022 Anna Titus. Lyon County Crime Stoppers graphic.
Safety tips as plentiful as candy for Halloween
The Halloween weather forecast should be ideal for trick-or-treating, meaning clear skies and temperatures likely in the 60s at sunset. Even with the moon above and the help of streetlights, everybody...
Oct 30, 2022 Emporia Police Department graphic.
