Category Archives: News
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
Audit discussion before Lyon County Commission on Thursday
Lyon County commissioners have an action meeting Thursday. Commissioners will get a report on the 2018 audit from Agler and Gaeddert. Reports and six executive sessions are also on the agenda. The mee...
Aug 14, 2019
Trial dates set for suspect in two Emporia business burglaries
Potential court dates have been scheduled for a man accused of several burglaries or attempted burglaries in Emporia this year. Nicholas Allen Hall, 30, may go to trial Oct. 28 or Dec. 12, depending o...
Aug 14, 2019
Newman Regional Health Auxiliary awards five scholarships on Tuesday
The Newman Regional Health Auxillary presented their annual scholarships to five hardworking recipients Tuesday afternoon. Five local students, all planning to pursue a future in the medical field, we...
Aug 13, 2019
Emporia City Commission study session happening Wednesday
The Emporia City Commission has several items up for discussion during their study session Wednesday morning. Commissioners will receive an update from the Multi-Use Path Planning Board regarding the ...
Aug 13, 2019
Reviews, hearings and agreements to highlight USD 253 Board meeting Wednesday
The USD 253 Board of Education will be holding its final regular meeting before the start of the 2019-2020 school year Wednesday evening. Among the agenda items will be an update on the upcoming $78 m...
Aug 13, 2019
