Category Archives: News
Residents reminded to practice proper safety both during and after Fourth of July holiday
With the sights and sounds of fireworks set to fill the skies Saturday, residents are reminded that practicing proper firework safety ensures everyone will have a happy Fourth of July. Safe Kids Empor...
Jul 03, 2020
CORONAVIRUS: Lyon County Public Health discusses virus concerns for July 4 holiday weekend
With the Fourth of July holiday weekend now here and coronavirus still an issue, Lyon County Public Health officials are urging residents to be safe the next few days. Emergency Preparedness Director ...
Jul 03, 2020
929 new COVID-19 cases reported by KDHE
929 new COVID-19 cases are being reported by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment since Wednesday. There are 15919 total confirmed positive and probable positive cases being reported in Kan...
Jul 03, 2020
Flint Hills Technical College continues gearing up for first virtual gala later this month
Although this year’s Flint Hills Technical College Night of Inspiration Gala will not be in person, the college is pulling out all the stops to still bring the gala directly to you. Due to the C...
Jul 03, 2020
CORONAVIRUS: Fiscal 2020 revenues surpass expectations for Kansas officials
State officials are pleased fiscal 2020 went better than expected, especially with coronavirus in the picture the last three months of the financial year. The Department of Revenue says the total tax ...
Jul 03, 2020
Vesicular stomatitus outbreak comes to Greenwood County
Animal health officials are worried about a fast-spreading outbreak of a virus that impacts horses and livestock. Vesicular stomatitus has now been confirmed in at least one horse in Greenwood County,...
Jul 03, 2020
Gas prices poised to top $2 per gallon
The Fourth of July weekend is now upon us, but you won’t be getting any real bang for your buck at the gas pump. Gas prices have been climbing slowly but steadily across the KVOE listening area ...
Jul 03, 2020
CORONAVIRUS: Illness causing adjustments for area county fairs
Coronavirus has claimed part of the Lyon County Fair. It has also claimed parts of other area county fairs. Chase County Fair Board members decided to cancel the event all open-class exhibits, fashion...
Jul 03, 2020
CORONAVIRUS: Lyon County Fair Board cancels carnival; decision on full event still set for July 9
The Lyon County Fair Board is still determining whether the fair will take place as scheduled later this year. One key component, however, is no longer on the schedule. Fair Board Vice President Jerem...
Jul 03, 2020
Blue-green algae warning continues for Emporia's Peter Pan Pond
People wanting to enjoy Peter Pan Pond this July 4 weekend will have to consider a blue-green algae warning that remains in place for the foreseeable future. During algae warnings, water contact shoul...
Jul 02, 2020
