Category Archives: News
USD 252 nearing end of school renovations
The end is in sight for USD 252 Southern Lyon County when it comes to a lengthy renovation project. Voters approved a $14 million bond back in 2017. On KVOE’s Newsmaker segment Wednesday, Superi...
Aug 15, 2019
USD 253 announces delay in $78 million bond election
USD 253 Emporia Public Schools will be holding their $78 million bond election, but not as originally scheduled. Following two executive sessions during the Board of Education’s meeting Wednesda...
Aug 15, 2019
Scam calls made in the Burlington area, Police Department notified
The Burlington Police Department has been alerted to a scam caller in the community Wednesday. The caller behind the scam identified himself as ‘Sean Parker, badge number 7492 with the Burlingto...
Aug 15, 2019
Trial to begin Monday in case of former chiropractor facing sexual abuse charges
Trials are now set to begin in the case of a former Emporia chiropractor accused of rape and sexual battery. Eric Hawkins had his final pretrial hearing at 4pm Wednesday in Lyon County District Court....
Aug 14, 2019
ESU's General Assembly updates and prepares staff for start of academic year
The Emporia State University General Assembly was held Wednesday in Webb Hall where faculty members heard updates on many aspects of the campus. The fall semester is now within a few days, and ESU Pre...
Aug 14, 2019
Day one of Battle of the Badges a positive experience
The annual friendly competition between local fire and rescue law enforcement is now underway. The Battle of the Badges blood drive began Wednesday and day one saw a solid turnout. The annual blood dr...
Aug 14, 2019
Zoobilee starts the school year with a bang on Wednesday
The zoo was filled with laughter and smiles during David Traylor Zoo’s Back to School Zoobilee on Wednesday. The Zoobilee is put on by the zoo every year to celebrate the start of the school yea...
Aug 14, 2019
Utility rate comparison presented during Emporia City Commission meeting Wednesday; Emporia in good standing among other communities
Even with the proposed rate increases coming with the 2020 budget, the city of Emporia is still sitting at the middle of the pack compared to other communities for utility rates. This is according to ...
Aug 14, 2019
K-177 crossing in Strong City to close Thursday
Travelers planning to use Kansas Highway 177 through Strong City on Thursday will need to make other arrangements. Burlington Northern Santa Fe is working on the crossing in downtown Strong City. Chas...
Aug 14, 2019
Lyon County Planning Board to discuss zoning change request northeast of Emporia
The Lyon County Planning and Appeals Board has several items on the agenda for its monthly meeting Wednesday. Board members will consider a rezoning request in the 1500 block of Road 200. It will also...
Aug 14, 2019
