Category Archives: News
Emporia City Commission announces special meeting regarding special questions to be placed on upcoming election ballot
The Emporia City Commission will convene a special meeting next week to take action following a court ruling regarding a petition question for the upcoming general election. The commission will conven...
Aug 21, 2026 Emporia City Commission. (Clockwise from top left): Erren Harter, Kurt Steinkuhler, Becky Smith, Monica Duncan, Tammi Ogle. City of Emporia photo.
Playground upgrades in Hartford to include new splash pad with City Hall demolition set to begin next week
There's a notable improvement project underway at Hartford City Park. Playground equipment is getting upgraded and replaced, according to project spokesperson Yvonne Gardner. She says this is a projec...
Aug 21, 2026 New playground equipment is getting installed in Hartford with the goal of having items ready for public use by Hartford Harvest Day next month. Plans continue as well for a new splash pad. Yvonne Gardner.
Grand opening of new Olpe football field coming Aug. 28
The Olpe Fitness Park is moving along -- to the point where residents are invited to a special grand opening for the high school's new football stadium. The field opening is coming Aug 28. Olpe Fitnes...
Aug 21, 2026 Olpe Fitness Park Committee photo.
Marginal severe weather risk returns to area Friday
Area residents may have some strong to severe storms by late afternoon or evening. There is a marginal severe weather risk for much of northeast, east-central and central Kansas. Wind gusts up to 60 m...
Aug 21, 2026 Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
United Way begins annual fundraising campaign with $500,000 goal, increased emphasis on direct services
The atmosphere was festive and laid-back for the United Way of the Flint Hills' annual Campaign Kickoff at Good Way Gardens on Thursday. United Way officials, including Executive Director Whitney John...
Aug 21, 2026 United Way Executive Director Whitney Johnson (center) mingles with residents at the United Way's annual Campaign Kickoff, held Thursday at Good Way Gardens. Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
Off-duty deputy no longer with Chase County Sheriff's Office after party involving allegations of underage people and alcohol on deputy's property
A Chase County deputy is out of a job after a report of a party involving allegations of underage individuals and alcoholic consumption. Chase County Sheriff Jacob Welsh says the report was made late ...
Aug 20, 2026 Chase County Sheriff's Office.
Newman Regional Health announces upgrades to online billing platform
Newman Regional Health says it streamlining its bill management experience for patients. The hospital has unveiled a new online platform letting patients view statements, set up electronic billing not...
Aug 20, 2026 KVOE News file photo.
Law enforcement agencies preparing for Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over enforcement campaign
Labor Day is approaching, and law enforcement across the area and state are getting ready to take part in a special traffic enforcement campaign. Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over begins Sunday and is de...
Aug 20, 2026 National Highway Traffic Safety Administration graphic.
Calling all artists: Good Way Gardens to host pair of Artist INC Express workshops in October
Artists of all disciplines across the local area are being encouraged to take part in a program aimed at helping artists find the highest level of success in their art, coming in October. GoodWay Gard...
Aug 20, 2026 Mid American Arts Alliance image.
City of Emporia updates two street construction projects
Street work continues across Emporia through an individual project and a larger, city-wide project. The annual Street Rehab program will have asphalt paving work Thursday and Friday -- maybe into earl...
Aug 20, 2026 Construction work may go into early September on 24th between Prairie and Greenbriar Estates. Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
