Category Archives: News
World War II veteran Heggemeir repatriated Saturday
Paul Heggemeir is home again -- and likely to stay this time. Accompanied by a procession involving the Patriot Guard Riders, Heggemeir's remains were repatriated back to Blakley Cemetery near Madison...
Oct 12, 2025 Motorcycle riders enter Madison's Blakely Cemetery before official repatriation ceremonies, including full military honors, for World War II veteran Paul Heggemeir on Saturday. Lawrence Weber.
Fire Prevention Extravaganza brings families to Lyon County Fairgrounds for information on lithium-ion batteries
Fire Prevention Week's local activities culminated Saturday with the Emporia Fire Department's Fire Prevention Extravaganza, and Battalion Chief Ryan Conley says the event was a good way to bring an i...
Oct 12, 2025 Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
New look, same great sound: Halfway to Everywhere organizers pleased with turnout and reception for new schedule and location of 2025 event
The layout was slightly different, but the result was all the same: a great time was had by all who attended the 2025 Halfway to Everywhere Music and Arts Festival this past weekend in Emporia. This y...
Oct 12, 2025 Photo by Tagan Trahoon/KVOE News.
Successful Mexican Supper comes with Sacred Heart School raising funds for new building
Plans are on track for a new school building at Sacred Heart. The current facility will celebrate its 100th year of service to students next year, but Principal Curtis Simons says it's time for a new ...
Oct 12, 2025 Sacred Heart School architect rendering.
Leadership expecting at least partial use of new ESU Nursing and Student Wellness Center to begin by early 2026 following update during recent media tour of facility Friday
It seems only a short time ago that ground was broken on the new Emporia State University Nursing and Student Wellness Center, and now it is nearly ready for use. According to ESU Director of Faciliti...
Oct 11, 2025 Photo by Tagan Trahoon/KVOE News.
Emporia Symphony Orchestra Pops Concert coming up Tuesday
The 2025 Emporia Symphony Orchestra's annual Pops Concert will be showcasing some of the most recognizable music from the silver screen and stage. The performance, titled Stars of the Stage and Screen...
Oct 11, 2025 Emporia Symphony Orchestra Graphic.
Halfway to Everywhere shifts from downtown Emporia to Champions Landing
The Halfway to Everywhere Music and Arts Festival is taking a quick break. Following a busy Friday afternoon and evening, with bands on four stages in downtown Emporia, activities shift to Champions L...
Oct 10, 2025 Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
Lyndon Earns Statement Win over Madison
In a battle of unbeaten teams on Friday, Lyndon took a 56-6 victory over Madison in our Area Game of the Week. Lucas Griffin was 17/22 for 319 yards passing and five touchdowns. His top receiver was J...
Oct 10, 2025
New charge added, trial date set in Perez-Ricardo second-degree murder case
More court dates and a new charge are coming in an Emporia murder case. Following a preliminary hearing in Lyon County District Court on Friday, Judge Jeff Larson approved a legal complaint amending a...
Oct 10, 2025 Alexei Perez-Ricardo. Lyon County Jail photo.
Michelin donates over $77,000 to SOS, concluding major three-year grant for area crisis services
SOS is wrapping up its three-year grant partnership with Michelin with a big financial bang. Michelin is granting SOS over $77,000. Executive Director Mickey Edwards says it's a significant donation f...
Oct 10, 2025 Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
