Category Archives: News
Governor plans stop in Emporia
Governor Laura Kelly is coming to Emporia next week. The governor’s media relations office has confirmed a visit to PrairieLand Partners at 3 pm Tuesday. The governor is in the middle of what sh...
Nov 28, 2019
Ninth annual Walnut Turkey Day Dash sees solid turnout despite unfavorable weather
For the 9th consecutive year, hundreds of runners took to Walnut Elementary school for the annual Walnut Turkey Day Dash. In its short history, the annual race has quickly become a staple of Thanksgiv...
Nov 28, 2019
Osage County, KBI, other agencies still investigating after woman found bound and unconscious near Lawrence
Nearly a month after a woman was found bound and unconscious near Lawrence, the Osage County Sheriff’s Office and several other agencies continue investigating the case. Very little information ...
Nov 28, 2019
Congressman Roger Marshall makes Emporia stop before visiting family for Thanksgiving
For Kansas Congressman Roger Marshall, the Thanksgiving week has meant a trip to see relatives in El Dorado — and a stop in Emporia to catch up with friends and visit one of the city’s big...
Nov 28, 2019
Joint NRH-Lyon County meeting focuses on partnership, Care Connection update
Newman Regional Health’s Board of Trustees met with Lyon County commissioners in joint session Wednesday. The first part of the meeting involved a brief discussion about the ongoing partnership,...
Nov 28, 2019
Winter weather advisories extended for Lyon, several surrounding counties
There won’t be much in the way of precipitation across the KVOE listening area for Thanksgiving, but it may be enough to cause some slick spots. Given the possible travel impact, the National We...
Nov 28, 2019
Investigation continues into Monday's crash near Emporia; KHP now says crash patient was male
The Kansas Highway Patrol has adjusted part of the crash narrative from a three-vehicle wreck southwest of Emporia earlier this week. The wreck involved a car driven by 35-year-old Sophea Phol of Wich...
Nov 27, 2019
Winter weather advisories issued for KVOE listening area through Thursday
Chances of winter weather impacting the local area continue to rise as the National Weather Service has issued winter weather advisories for the majority of the KVOE listening area. Advisories for Lyo...
Nov 27, 2019
County Commission approves zoning change for Evergy's local consolidation
Evergy’s plans to consolidate its local operations has found favor with the Lyon County Commission. The Board of Commissioners formally approved a minor plat application as well as a rezoning ap...
Nov 27, 2019
Once the meal's complete get on your feet; healthy activities encouraged between Thanksgiving meals
As local residents prepare for a full day of eating Thursday, the Lyon County Extension Office is encouraging residents to slip in a little activity between plates. Lyon County Extension Family and Co...
Nov 27, 2019
