Category Archives: News
Emporia Farmer's Market holds first Wednesday market of the season
Music and sunshine punctuated the first Wednesday market of the season for the Emporia Farmer’s Market. Patrons had the chance to sample the freshest produce from local vendors before taking in ...
Jun 7, 2018
One injured, ticketed following crash in east Emporia
Emporia Police say one person was hurt Wednesday evening as the result of a two-vehicle crash in the 1400 block of East 6th Ave. According to Sgt. Tim Wacker, just after 5:15 p.m. a passenger car driv...
Jun 6, 2018
KDHE declares measles outbreak over in Kansas
There is good news in Kansas pertaining to an initial outbreak of measles earlier this year at a Johnson County day care. The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) declared Wednesday the ...
Jun 6, 2018
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 6, 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 6, 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 6, 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 6, 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 6, 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 6, 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 6, 2018
