Category Archives: News
UPDATE: Residence destroyed, investigation underway, residents asked to conserve water following structure fire in Strong City Sunday
An investigation is underway; however, the cause of a destructive structure fire in Strong City Sunday appears to have been accidental in nature. According to Chase County Fire Chief Steve Fillmore, t...
Oct 11, 2026 Images show heavy smoke coming from the west/southwest side of a home at 519 Cottonwood Street in Strong City after a fire developed inside the residence.
Photo courtesy of KVOE listener.
Three hospitalized following single vehicle crash in Osage County Saturday
Three Waskarusa residents, including one juvenile, were hospitalized after a vehicle accident Saturday afternoon. The accident occurred just before 3:50 pm at the intersection of 117th and Valencia Ro...
Oct 11, 2026 KVOE News file photo.
Back in Bushong: Brothers and World War II veterans Jay and William Moreland returned to their home and family eight decades after their deaths
The Moreland brothers have been returned home. Repatriation activities took place Saturday afternoon for brothers Sgt. Jay Moreland and Staff Sgt. William Moreland of Bushong, beginning with a ceremon...
Oct 10, 2026 Photo by Tagan Trahoon/KVOE News.
David Traylor Zoo and Natural Resource Advisory Board educate residents on how rainwater can benefit you after the storm with rain barrel workshop Saturday
Did you know rainfall can help you save money? All you need is a few simple materials and rainwater can help you reduce your use of utility-provided water, meaning a cutdown on your monthly bill, acco...
Oct 10, 2026 Photo courtesy of Nadia Qureshi.
Facts, intellectual honesty and avoiding the economy of fear: Author Heath Jeppson covers a range of issues surrounding data center debate during recent Eggs and Issues forum in Emporia
Following his presentation during an Eggs and Issues forum at the Sauder Alumni Center Saturday morning, author Heath Jeppson sat down with KVOE News, where we asked a simple question, one that many h...
Oct 10, 2026 Heath Jeppson speaks to attendees at the latest Eggs and Issues forum at the Sauder Alumni Center. Photos by Tagan Trahoon/KVOE News.
Local training focuses on sudden cardiac arrest
To highlight Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month, community members gathered to learn information and receive hands-on training surrounding sudden cardiac arrest. Former paramedic Duane Billinger ho...
Oct 10, 2026 Photo by Grace Isch/KVOE News
Emporia's Habitat for Humanity in final stretch of 28th local build
Emporia's Habitat for Humanity is nearing completion on its 28th local build. In fact, Habitat President Eric Kirby, in a recent interview with KVOE News, stated that for all intents and purposes, the...
Oct 9, 2026 Emporia Habitat for Humanity Logo
Back on the menu: The cut returns for 9th installment Thursday, October 15th following brief hiatus
After a short hiatus, the Cut is back on the menu, or rather, the community calendar, next week. The 9th annual installment of Flint Hills Technical College's culinary competition will take place at t...
Oct 9, 2026 The Cut contestants Susana Sanchez, Isaac Joy, Antonio Miranda and Emily Hulce.
Flint Hills Technical College Image.
Regional Development Association Board reviews proposed updated Opportunity Zones 2.0 program as part of regular meeting Friday
An updated opportunity for investment in economic development is set to come to Emporia at the start of the new year. During the Regional Development Association of East Central Kansas Board of Direct...
Oct 9, 2026 Photo by Tagan Trahoon/KVOE News.
Feel Good Friday: The Biggest Rally - ESU Senior Miyu Tsurumaki's journey from cancer patient to Hornet Volleyball Player
Oct 9, 2026 ESU Senior Libero Miyu Tsurumaki.
Emporia State Athletics Courtesy Photo.
