Category Archives: News
New year, new faces but familiar focuses ahead for Emporia City Commissioners over the course of 2026
It's a new year with new leadership for the city of Emporia, but many familiar themes will remain in focus for the Emporia City Commission over the next 12 months. Ahead of the commission's annual bus...
Jan 7, 2026 Jamie Sauder, Susan Brinkman and Tyler Curtis exit their seats on the Emporia City Commission for the final time. Photo by Tagan Trahoon/KVOE News.
76th District Representative says spending reduction a must ahead of start of 2026 legislative session
Reduction in spending is a must for Kansas 76th District Representative Brad Barrett as he prepares for his second legislative session coming up next week. During the final legislative preview on KVOE...
Jan 7, 2026 76th District Representative Brad Barrett. Kansas Legislature Photo.
'Everything' could be back on the table in regards to new proposed recreation center with steering committee set to convene January 20th
After a year of being on hold, efforts for the construction of a new Emporia Recreation Center could resume soon. That will be entirely dependent on decisions made by the rec center steering committee...
Jan 7, 2026 Emporia Recreation Commission logo.
Abilene man apprehended in Wabaunsee County following alleged stolen vehicle and foot pursuit Tuesday
An Abilene man is in custody in Wabaunsee County following a vehicle and foot pursuit in Alma Tuesday. According to the Wabaunsee County Sheriff's Office, a reportedly stolen vehicle, driven by 26-yea...
Jan 7, 2026 Authorities apprehend 26-year-old Abilene resident Dylan Woodcox following an alleged vehicle and foot pursuit. Photo from Wabaunsee County Sheriff's Office.
Memorial services for longtime community servant Evora Wheeler coming January 17th
Memorial services are coming next weekend for longtime community servant and champion Evora Wheeler. Services will be held Saturday, January 17th at the Lyon County Fairgrounds Anderson Building. The ...
Jan 6, 2026 Evora Wheeler (left) hugs Rachael Correll after being named a Rotary Club Paul Harris Fellow. Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
Proceedings continued in felony child abuse case in Lyon County District Court Tuesday
A hearing in a Lyon County felony child abuse case has been rescheduled for two months from now. Tuesday morning, Lyon County Judge Laura Miser approved a continuance in the case of 33-year-old Thomas...
Jan 6, 2026 Thomas Hinz. Lyon County Jail photo.
Duft files for re-election to Lyon County District 1 position
It didn't take long for the first local candidate to file for the 2026 election cycle. According to Lyon County Clerk Amie Jones, current Lyon County District 1 Commissioner and Commission Chairman Ke...
Jan 6, 2026 Lyon County District 1 Commissioner Ken Duft. LyonCounty.org photo.
SOS advocates encouraging proper understanding and awareness to help prevent stalking as part of stalking awareness month efforts
The month of January is Stalking Awareness Month, and SOS Outreach Prevention Coordinator Danielle Armitage says the best form of prevention is being able to recognize the act before it happens. Durin...
Jan 6, 2026 SOS Courtesy Image
Swearing in of new commissioners, annual business meeting coming as part of first Emporia City Commission slate of 2026 Wednesday
Three meetings in one are coming for the Emporia City Commissioners Wednesday. The commission's first action agenda of the new year will include consideration of a contract with Crossland Construction...
Jan 6, 2026 City of Emporia logo.
Property taxes, data center awareness and more mentioned as main priorities for Kansas 60th District Representative Mark Schreiber as he prepares for 10th legislative session next week
Echoing statements from 17th District Kansas Senator Mike Argabright from a day earlier, Kansas House 60th District Representative Mark Schreiber says he is anticipating a quick legislative session th...
Jan 6, 2026 60th District Representative Mark Schreiber. Kansaslegislature.org Courtesy Image
