Category Archives: News
Compromise bill on emergency powers structure in process as special legislative session begins
Governor Laura Kelly says new legislation to adjust the state’s emergency powers structure has her support, even if she doesn’t totally agree with the bill. Republican leaders met with Kel...
Jun 03, 2020
CORONAVIRUS: Emporia gains CARES Act block grant; Lyon County in line for other federal funds if SPARK Taskforce proposal approved
Emporia is now officially receiving a federal Community Development Block grant to battle coronavirus. Governor Laura Kelly’s administration announced a grant of $167,000 to Emporia. Cities and ...
Jun 03, 2020
Wabaunsee County Sheriff's Office gets federal hiring grant
The US Attorney’s Office says the Wabaunsee County Sheriff’s Office is receiving money to hire officers. The nearly $225,000 grant is part of the US Department of Justice COPS, or Communit...
Jun 03, 2020
Kansas to appeal 10th Circuit Court of Appeals decision on voter registration law
Kansas will appeal a US Circuit Court of Appeals decision labeling the state’s voter registration requirement as unconstitutional. Attorney General Derek Schmidt says the law in question is desi...
Jun 03, 2020
Special session begins for Kansas lawmakers
The Kansas Legislature’s special session begins Wednesday. Governor Laura Kelly called for the special session late last month after vetoing House Bill 2054, which was designed to update state o...
Jun 03, 2020
CORONAVIRUS: Crosswinds announces plans for phased reopening
Monday, Crosswinds Counseling and Wellness officially began a phased reopening of its facilities. At this time Crosswinds is continuing to offer telehealth services to all consumers, however, accordin...
Jun 02, 2020
CORONAVIRUS: Lyon County reports fifth death; area numbers remain stable
A fifth Lyon County resident has died from coronavirus. Lyon County Public Health says an Asian male in his 50s died over the weekend. Further details have not been announced. Meanwhile, the county's ...
Jun 02, 2020
Vehicle collision sends one to Newman Tuesday
One person was taken to Newman Regional Health after a two-vehicle accident in central Emporia Tuesday afternoon. Emporia police and emergency personnel were dispatched to 902 Merchant Street for a re...
Jun 02, 2020
Parents urged to be mindful of kids in hot vehicles as temperatures steadily rise
With outdoor temperatures continuing to rise Safe Kids Emporia is reminding parents and families about being mindful when it comes to having their children in the vehicle. According to Bev Long of Saf...
Jun 02, 2020
David Traylor Zoo patrons, staff and residents ecstatic over reopening
David Traylor Zoo staff and animals were extremely pleased to welcome visitors through their doors once again Tuesday. After closing down in early March due to the COVID-19 pandemic the zoo held a ...
Jun 02, 2020
