Category Archives: News
Repair plans coming after Turnpike bridge damaged in crash near Emporia on Friday
Later this week, we should learn more about long-term repair plans for the Kansas Turnpike's northbound bridge over US Highway 50 after a damaging crash Friday morning. Traffic has been constricted fo...
Apr 21, 2025 Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
Honor Flight No. 14 departs for USD 252
USD 252 Southern Lyon County has departed on its 14th Honor Flight. This year's trip involves 23 veterans, four of which are on the medical staff, and 23 students. Meanwhile, USD 251 North Lyon County...
Apr 21, 2025 USD 252 photo.
Tegtmeier: Easter message designed to bring joy and purpose
Despite damp conditions, the Messiah Lutheran Church drive-in Easter worship service was well-attended at the Lyon County Fairgrounds on Sunday. Interim Pastor Norbert Tegtmeier focused his holiday me...
Apr 20, 2025 Pastor Norbert Tegtmeier delivers his Easter message during the Messiah Lutheran Church annual drive-in worship service at the Lyon County Fairgrounds. Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
Hornets for Hope hold second annual Suicide Prevention Walk
Hornets for Hope held its second annual Suicide Prevention Walk on Saturday at the Emporia State Recreation Center. Activities included raffles, resources and a lived-experience speaker. Hornets for H...
Apr 20, 2025 Beacon for Hope Executive Director Melissa Owen works the registration table at the second annual Hornets for Hope Suicide Prevention Walk at the Emporia State Recreation Center on Saturday. Photo by Dylan Sherwood/KVOE News
Easter soaker? More rain, low-end severe weather threat ahead
Rainfall remains likely for the rest of Easter Sunday. Showers and embedded thunderstorms are likely through the afternoon hours before rain chances fade around sunset. Storms will be isolated, but th...
Apr 20, 2025 Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
2025 Lyon County Preparedness Fair stresses importance of proper preparation for all emergency situations
The now-annual Lyon County Emergency Preparedness Fair stressed the importance of individual preparedness for any emergency Saturday. The Lyon County Fairgrounds Anderson Building played host to the e...
Apr 19, 2025 Photo by Tagan Trahoon/KVOE News.
From trees to bees, 2025 Emporia Earth Day activities provides information and education on all areas of conservation Saturday
As has been the case for several years, Emporia celebrated Earth Day with a split event Saturday. Activities started at Emporia State University's Prophet Aquatic Research and Outreach Center. Michael...
Apr 19, 2025 ESU Assistant Professor of Biological Sciences Dr. Joanna Gress educates the public on the importance of bees during the 2025 Party for the Planet inside of the David Traylor Zoo. Photo by Tagan Trahoon/KVOE News.
Cloudy skies and early showers couldn't dampen spirits during 39th annual Flint Hills Optimist Club Easter egg hunt Saturday
The annual Flint Hills Optimist Easter Egg hunt Saturday was a flurry of fun for both participants and organizers, despite cool and damp conditions for the event. The annual hunt saw over 17,000 piece...
Apr 19, 2025 Photo by Tagan Trahoon/KVOE News.
24th and Prairie waterline replacement: City delaying reopening of 15th and Prairie following recent pressure test in intersection
Plans to reopen the intersection of 15th and Prairie in Emporia are being pushed back slightly. During an interview with KVOE News Thursday, City Engineer Jim Ubert stated the city was planning to reo...
Apr 19, 2025 Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
Announcement on new Rec Commission director coming Monday
After holding a special meeting Thursday, the Emporia Recreation Commission says it will announce its new executive director next week. Board members will have their regular monthly meeting Monday, an...
Apr 18, 2025 KVOE News file photo.
