Category Archives: News
Herington police officer resigns after making up story about expletive, derogatory comment on coffee cup
On Saturday, a Herington police officer reported he had received a cup of coffee at a Junction City McDonald’s with something extra — an expletive and derogatory comment about law enforcem...
Dec 31, 2019
Granada announces Rebeca Herrera as permanent director
The old year ends with a new designation for Rebeca Herrera at the Granada Theatre. Named as the acting director in September following the departure of Aden Lindholm, the Granada has now named Herrer...
Dec 31, 2019
Three arrested after chase through Eureka neighborhoods
Formal charges are pending against three people after a reported chase in central Greenwood County right after Christmas. The Sheriff's Office says deputies tried to conduct a car stop on US Highway 5...
Dec 30, 2019
Granada Theatre inviting residents to ring in the new roaring 20's on New Year's Eve
If you’re looking for the right place to ring in the new year, then look no further than the Granada Theatre. The theatre will be hosting its New Year’s Eve party starting at 7 pm Tuesday ...
Dec 30, 2019
Discussion with Federal Reserve Governor Miki Bowman highlights Emporia stop by Senator Jerry Moran
US Senator Jerry Moran joined banking officials, local and area lawmakers and Emporia State administrators for a special meeting on campus with Federal Reserve Board of Governors member Miki Bowman. B...
Dec 30, 2019
Low-water crossing near Emporia washed out by Saturday rainfall
Saturday's heavy rain led to the closure of a low-water crossing near Emporia. On Monday, the Lyon County Highway Department closed Rado 180 between Roads S and T. The crossing washed out and needs re...
Dec 30, 2019
Beacon For Hope encouraging individuals to reach out as new year approaches
While for many the holiday season is full of joy, family and celebration, it can be a time of ups and downs for many others. According to Beacon For Hope Suicide Prevention Director Melissa Kurtenbach...
Dec 30, 2019
Snow a possible factor in three-vehicle crash on Kansas Turnpike near Matfield Green
Light snowfall Sunday evening may have played a role in a multi-vehicle crash in southern Chase County. The Kansas Highway Patrol says two Wichita residents and an Abilene man suffered minor injuries ...
Dec 30, 2019
Kansas now seeing high flu activity
Official flu totals from Newman Regional Health and Flint Hills Community Center haven’t been announced, but the KVOE listening area — and Kansas as a whole — are seeing a sharp spik...
Dec 29, 2019
Work continues on Emporia State's Morse Hall during holiday break
Classes aren’t in session at Emporia State University, but work continues on a major renovation project. Crews continue their work on Abigail Morse Hall as part of a larger project to tear down ...
Dec 29, 2019
