Category Archives: News
Two-vehicle accident sends one to Newman Regional Health
One person was taken to Newman Regional Health after an accident involving two vehicles in downtown Emporia Tuesday night. Emergency crews were called out to the intersection of Ninth and Merchant for...
Nov 21, 2018
Holiday tradition lights up David Traylor Zoo
The David Traylor Zoo is now lighting the night throughout the holiday season. Happy Holidaze was held Tuesday evening at the zoo where a lucky community member has the privilege of flipping the switc...
Nov 21, 2018
United Way campaign numbers continue to rise through the holiday season
United Way of the Flint Hills Director Jami Reever recently joined KVOE’s Newsmaker segment to give an update on the current progress of the United Way campaign. As of Monday, the campaign is cu...
Nov 20, 2018
Church of Christ readies for annual free Thanksgiving meal
The Emporia Church of Christ will share an abundance of food and fellowship once again this Thanksgiving. Pastor Neil Taylor, KVOE’s Newsmaker guest Tuesday, says it has already been busy at the...
Nov 20, 2018
Lyon County Commission to discuss several proposals during Wednesday action session
Lyon County Commissioners will have a relatively light agenda during their action session Wednesday. Lyon County Engineer Chip Woods will present a quote for approval for repairs on the County’s...
Nov 20, 2018
Final repairs likely this week after water main break near 7th and Commercial
A second round of repairs has sufficiently stabilized a water line that broke in downtown Emporia late last week. The 10-inch line failed in the 700 block of Commercial late Friday. Initial repairs to...
Nov 20, 2018
MIller FD receives equipment grant from MFA Oil Foundation
The Miller Fire Department has received a notable grant from the MFA Oil Foundation. MFA Oil has awarded a grant to help with the purchase of an LED landing zone kit in case medical airlifts are neede...
Nov 20, 2018
Emporia Recreation Commission's November meeting talks future changes
Several items were on the agenda including leadership team updates and director’s items. Most notable; however, were talks about remodeling the DeBauge Family Sports Complex. Rec Commission Dire...
Nov 20, 2018
Emporia City Commission approves incentive agreement for multi-million dollar project
A new agreement approved by City Commissioners will lend assistance to a multi-million dollar project in downtown Emporia. Commissioners unanimously approved a development and incentive compliance agr...
Nov 20, 2018
Lyon County Extension Office offers advice on do's and don'ts of Thanksgiving
With families across the country preparing to dine together this week, the Lyon County Extension Office has offered some tips to keep in mind before dinner is served. When it comes to preparing your T...
Nov 19, 2018
