Category Archives: News
United Way kicking off fundraising campaign Thursday
The United Way of the Flint Hills officially begins the public portion of its annual fundraising campaign later Thursday. On KVOE's On-Air Chat on Wednesday, Executive Director Daphne Mertens said the...
Aug 21, 2025 United Way of the Flint Hills graphic.
City working through issue with new utility billing system
The city of Emporia is working to resolve an issue that has developed with its new utility billing system. Communications Manager Christine Torrens says the Cycle 2 bills went out with the words "Past...
Aug 21, 2025 Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
2025 SOS Strong fundraiser generates third all time highest total and sees fifth all time individual fundraising total in history
There was plenty of cause for celebration at the 2025 SOS Strong Awards banquet Wednesday evening. First of all, this year's contingent of SOS Strong Ambassadors raised a total of just over $42,000, t...
Aug 20, 2025 SOS Strong ambassadors proudly display their 2025 fundraising total following the annual awards dinner. Photo by Tagan Trahoon/KVOE News.
Council Grove PD announces arrest after brief lockdown at Council Grove Elementary on Monday
The Council Grove Police Department says a Nebraska man is in custody after an alleged incident causing a brief lockdown at Council Grove Elementary earlier this week. The Police Department says offic...
Aug 20, 2025 Council Grove Police Department photo.
Emporia City Commissioners approve signing request for extension on Gazette building project and continue discussions on 2026 budget during regular meeting slate Wednesday
The timeline for completion on a major renovation project may be pushed back slightly following action by Emporia City Commissioners Wednesday. During their regular action meeting Wednesday morning, c...
Aug 20, 2025 Photo by Tagan Trahoon/KVOE News
New name, same game: Sparklight hosts rebrand celebration at Emporia location Tuesday
Tuesday afternoon saw the culmination of a venture five years in the works as Sparklight officially introduced itself to the local community. The high-speed internet and cable provider opened the door...
Aug 20, 2025 Photo by Tagan Trahoon/KVOE News.
One defendant sentenced in Lyon County human smuggling, illegal dentistry case
Overall, the Lyon County criminal case involving charges of human smuggling, unlawful dentistry and other counts is moving forward after recent court hearings. One defendant has accepted a plea agreem...
Aug 20, 2025 Wave.video graphic.
LCAT, Engineering, Sheriff's Office, Human Resources, Emergency Communications department heads with presentations before Lyon County Commission
There are a lot of approvals ahead as Lyon County commissioners have their weekly action session Thursday: *LCAT administrators Shane Brunner and Misty Norton will present the agency's Title VI compla...
Aug 20, 2025 KVOE News file photo .
Lyon County Planning Board recommends conditional use permit for Evergy property near Emporia
Pending Lyon County approval, Evergy could have a new use for some of its property near Emporia. Lyon County Planning Board members have recommended approval of a zoning change in the 1600 block of Ro...
Aug 20, 2025 Evergy logo.
All Veterans Tribute Golf Tournament fast approaching
Less than a month is ahead before Emporia's All Veterans Tribute activities begin. The activity slate begins with the 23rd annual golf tournament Sept. 6 at the Emporia Golf Course. Longtime organizer...
Aug 20, 2025 KVOE News file photo.
