Category Archives: News
Proceeds from Tom Stebbins Memorial Golf Tournament benefiting FHTC Advancing Tomorrow campaign
The ongoing legacy of Tom Stebbins will take on a new, visible role as Flint Hills Technical College continues raising funds for its Advancing Industry Education Center. The Tom Stebbins Memorial Golf...
May 07, 2026 Representatives of the Tom Stebbins Memorial Golf Committee and Flint Hills Technical College pose as part of a check presentation gathering at the college. Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
Lyon County Sheriff's Office alerts residents of impersonator seeking personal information
The Lyon County Sheriff's Office says it is getting calls from residents about a person claiming to be an employee. The Sheriff's Office says somebody identifying himself as Michael Hurst is also call...
May 07, 2026 Lyon County Sheriff's Office patch.
Third finalist on ESU campus Thursday, Friday for Dean of School of Business
Emporia State University welcomes its third -- and last -- finalist for the Dean of the School of Business position to campus Thursday. Robert Allen King is currently an associate dean of undergraduat...
May 07, 2026 Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
Lee Beran Rec Center indoor pool reopens Thursday
Not only is the Lee Beran Recreation Center's indoor pool open again to the public, it's literally back to normal. Rec Commission Director Amanda Gutierrez says chemical levels are where they need to ...
May 07, 2026 Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
As food, housing and other issues remain a prevalent concern locally, various agencies continue to develop and provide needed resources
Food and housing insecurity continue to be a prevalent issue facing many residents, thanks to a combination of inflation, recently announced layoffs and business closures over the past several months....
May 06, 2026 Pictured left to right Incoming United Way of the Flint Hills Executive Director Whitney Johnson, Food For Students and Emporia Spartan Stop Coordinator Heather Wagner, Outgoing UWFH Executive Director Daphne Mertens and Southwick House Executive Director Cara Codney. Photo by Tagan Trahoon/KVOE News.
Recent Water Treatment Master plan presents trio of options for city leadership to address aging plant infrastructure including new near $136 million treatment plant; City leadership to assess feasibility of proposals in coming months
A new nearly $136 million water treatment plant is one of three potential options now being considered by City of Emporia leadership following a review of a water treatment plant master plan Wednesday...
May 06, 2026 Photo by Tagan Trahoon/KVOE News.
Local gas prices push above $4 per gallon
If you're thinking about adjusting your summer travel plans, you're not alone. Gas prices cracked the $4 per gallon barrier this week and now run as high as $4.19 a gallon. That's still below the nati...
May 06, 2026 Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
Saint Patrick's Committee announces 2026 beneficiaries
The Emporia Saint Patrick's Committee will be handing out checks to nearly 10 community groups in and around Emporia soon. Spokesperson Barb Lowery says a change in approach from auction to sponsorshi...
May 06, 2026 Chuck Samples/KVOE News
Grand opening activities coming May 20 for Beacon for Hope Suicide Prevention
Beacon for Hope is getting ready for a brick-and-mortar location. Director Melissa Owen discussed the move as part of KVOE's Morning Show on Wednesday. Owen says this is a good move for several reason...
May 06, 2026 Beacon for Hope Suicide Prevention graphic.
Highway Department matters ahead for Lyon County Commission
Lyon County commissioners are meeting Thursday. County Engineer Wayne Scritchfield has two items for consideration, including a data collection agreement with Professional Engineering Consultants at a...
May 06, 2026 KVOE News file photo.
