Category Archives: News
Atmosphere relaxed for Gravel City Night Out
Cyclists from almost all ages enjoyed themselves during the Gravel City Night Out on Saturday. Garret Hammond of Olpe was the youngest participant in the 50-mile ride. He says he was glad to finish, g...
Jul 17, 2022 Cyclists prepare to begin the 2022 Gravel City Night Out on Saturday. Tagan Trahoon/KVOE News.
Ideas already under discussion for 2023 Emporia High Apella all-class reunion
There's a good foundation for growth after the first Emporia High all-class Apella reunion. Organizer Casey Woods says there were several reasons for an all-class format, including a reflection of the...
Jul 17, 2022 Tom Page and Friends perform at Radius Brewing as part of the first Emporia High Apella all-class reunion activities Saturday. Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
ESU BUZZ: Refer a Hornet program gets incentives
Emporia State University is hoping to reverse a decline in enrollment -- in part by incentivizing a referral program. Director of Admissions Lydia Barnhart said the overall Refer a Hornet program has ...
Jul 16, 2022 KVOE News file photo.
Congress ends waivers for school meal costs
During the COVID-19 pandemic, parents of school-aged children had some peace of mind with meals because they didn't have to pay. That's changing. Congress did not extend federal school waivers, so the...
Jul 16, 2022 USD 253 Emporia photo.
CORONAVIRUS: Osage County seeing high transmission stats through CDC online tracking website
After seeing low levels of coronavirus increases for weeks, five of the seven counties in the KVOE listening area are now seeing moderate to high levels of the disease. The Centers for Disease Control...
Jul 16, 2022 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention map.
Crosswinds CEO excited for 988 rollout and ease of access it will bring to mental health patients
With an increase for mental health services, specifically suicide intervention, on the rise across the nation, local mental health professionals are very excited for the rollout of the new 988 lifelin...
Jul 16, 2022 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline image
Applications now available for United Way of the Flint Hills United for Racial Equity mini-grant program
The United Way of the Flint Hills is looking to increase the level of equity amongst all demographics with the launch of a new mini-grant program. United Way Executive Director Mickey Edwards announce...
Jul 15, 2022 United Way image
Area counties at high risk of West Nile virus
Area counties are in an elevated risk for West Nile virus, according to the Kansas Department of Health and Environment. KDHE issued a high-risk warning for infections in north-central, south central,...
Jul 15, 2022 K-State Research and Extension photo.
Gravel City Night Out coming Saturday
There will be good conditions for a leisurely bike ride Saturday night. The Gravel City Night Out is launching Saturday evening. Visit Emporia Director LeLan Dains says there are a few differences bet...
Jul 15, 2022 KVOE News file photo.
Latest Felony Friday suspects announced
After two weeks off, Lyon County Crime Stoppers has announced two suspects through its Felony Friday campaign. Felony Friday is seeking help in finding 19-year-old Tyler John Aubuchon and 54-year-old ...
Jul 15, 2022 Tyler Aubuchon (left), John Primeaux. Lyon County Jail photos.
