Category Archives: News
Light the Way for Hope event draws attention to ongoing suicide prevention efforts
Preventing suicide and breaking down stereotypes about mental wellness were major goals of the second annual Light the Way for Hope Suicide Prevention Walk on Saturday at Emporia State University. Hor...
Apr 06, 2019
Senior Center's Trunk Treasures event continues community hub approach
The Emporia Senior Center was full for its second Trunk Treasures flea market Saturday. Over 20 vendors were on hand with a range of items for sale. One vendor brought in a bee display and several bus...
Apr 06, 2019
With spring break underway, Emporia lawmakers give status report on current legislative session
Lawmakers are heading into their spring break with a lot accomplished and some key pieces of business left to finish when they return in a few weeks. 17th District Senator and Senate Vice President Je...
Apr 06, 2019
FHTC board's April meeting set for Monday
The Flint Hills Technical College Board of Trustees will hold its monthly meeting on Monday. Board members could approve the disposal of college property, in this case different pieces of equipment fo...
Apr 06, 2019
Disc golf tourney raises funds for Logan Avenue student learning opportunities
Logan Avenue students will benefit from the third annual Lion Launch disc golf tournament held at Hammond Park on Saturday. Several students also participated, including first-timer Lucas Lyon, a four...
Apr 06, 2019
Low-end hail, wind risk for Saturday afternoon and evening
There is a good chance of showers and thunderstorms across the KVOE listening area from late Saturday afternoon through the evening. There is a low-end risk of a few strong storms, but widespread seve...
Apr 06, 2019
All NTHF inductees selected, focus turns to induction weeks
The National Teachers Hall of Fame has announced all the inductees for this year, and plans for the induction weeks come together. The five inductees for the NTHF Class of 2019, starting from first se...
Apr 05, 2019
Court dates announced as shoppers, USD 253 administration and law enforcement relay Hobby Lobby lockdown experiences
Court dates are now on the docket for the Oklahoma couple accused of prompting a lockdown at Emporia’s Hobby Lobby and several nearby schools. Lyon County District Court has now released the for...
Apr 05, 2019
20th anniversary of North Lyon County Youth Association fish fry coming Saturday
The North Lyon County Youth Association is holding its 20th annual fish fry and silent auction Saturday. Organizer and spokesperson Kiley DeDonder says all proceeds benefit the association’s two...
Apr 05, 2019
Senior Center preparing for second annual flea market
The Emporia Senior Center will be busy as it holds its second annual Trunk Treasures flea market Saturday. The event is free for the public to attend and is a fundraiser for the Senior Center, with al...
Apr 05, 2019
