Category Archives: News
Emporia City Commission sees improved bond rating
The Emporia City Commission met Wednesday afternoon and took action to approve a resolution and ordinance authorizing the issuance of general obligation improvement bonds. The approval is the final st...
Jun 06, 2018
Special simulcast to address issues with foster care system
A special simulcast will help aid the call for foster families in Kansas amidst dwindling numbers. The Caring for Kids Collectively simulcast will be hosted by both Sacred Heart Catholic Church and Fi...
Jun 06, 2018
Program location changes after pipe burst at Crosswinds Gateway Building
Operations have shifted after a pipe burst occurred Monday morning at the Crosswinds Gateway building at 315 South Market Street. USD 253 Maintenance Director Bob Fancher reported the cause was a feed...
Jun 06, 2018
Nunez to stand trial for involvement in alleged November kidnap, beating
A juvenile suspect charged as an adult in the alleged kidnap and beating of a 16-year-old Emporia male will see the case against him go to trial. Armando Nunez, 17, appeared at a pretrial hearing Tues...
Jun 06, 2018
Preliminary hearing continued for Emporia motorcyclist charged with flee and elude
An Emporia man charged in leading police on three separate pursuits last month has had his preliminary hearing continued. Andrew Reisen, Jr., 19 appeared Tuesday in Lyon County District Court where a ...
Jun 06, 2018
UPDATE: Emporia Police identify victim of Tuesday morning injury crash
Emporia Police have identified the victim of an early Tuesday morning crash involving a car and a motorcycle that occurred just in front of the entry to Simmons Pet Food. Police say 28-year-old Nathan...
Jun 06, 2018
Jim Barnett and wife Rosie Hansen visit Emporia on statewide campaign tour
Kansas gubernatorial candidate Jim Barnett is out on the campaign trail with his running mate – wife Rosemary Hansen, a native of Americus. Barnett, who stopped by the KVOE studios Wednesday, sa...
Jun 06, 2018
KASB Tour sheds light on school funding concerns ahead of Supreme Court ruling
A presentation from the Kansas Association of School Boards took place Tuesday evening, with the focus on getting accurate information on school finance out into the public ahead of the political camp...
Jun 06, 2018
Police investigating missing trailer from local company
Emporia Police are requesting assistance locating a missing trailer and lawn mower. Police were alerted to a possible theft at the Heavy Metal Motor Company lot located at 1931 West Sixth Monday after...
Jun 05, 2018
Emporia to host 2019 5A basketball tournament
Emporia will be hosting the Kansas 5A State Basketball Championships next year. Emporia Recreation Center Director Tom McEvoy received the official word Friday that White Auditorium will be the offici...
Jun 05, 2018
