Category Archives: News
Listed as state Rural Champion, United Way of Flint Hills to receive wage stipend, implementation funding for homelessness work
The United Way of the Flint Hills is getting state attention -- and funding -- for its work to alleviate the local homeless situation. Governor Laura Kelly announced the United Way is among 14 grant r...
Sep 24, 2024 Kansas Department of Commerce graphic.
State announces in-person, virtual meetings for residents to learn more about KanCare managed care partners
Earlier this year, the stae of Kansas announced its managed care partners for the KanCare Medicaid program. With the three-year contract period beginning New Year's Day, the state has now set up a ser...
Sep 24, 2024 Kansas Great Seal.
Emporia Middle School Walkathon coming Oct. 10
The annual EMS Walkathon is coming up quickly. The walkathon will take place Thursday, October 10 at the Emporia High School walking track. As has been the case the past few years, the walkathon will ...
Sep 23, 2024 Photo by Tagan Trahoon/KVOE News
Can the Bods in full swing
The premises are simple. One, get as many non-perishable food donations for Corky's Cupboard at Emporia State. Two, beat Washburn. Which means it's time for Can the Bods, underway through Oct. 18. And...
Sep 23, 2024 Emporia State University photo.
Four cows dead after vehicle crash on US-56 in north Lyon County early Monday
At least four head of cattle were killed after a wreck early Monday morning in north Lyon County. The crash happened around 2:30 am in the 1300 block of US Highway 56, between Allen and Admire and nea...
Sep 23, 2024 KVOE News file photo.
ESU jazz concert follows Dunkapalooza -- and precedes potential upcoming new events for United Way campaign
Old and new are on the community calendar as the United Way of the Flint Hills continues the early stages of its 2024-25 fundraising drive. In the new category: Dunkapalooza, which took place during t...
Sep 23, 2024 Brad Yount awaits a dunk attempt as part of the United Way of the Flint Hills' first Dunkapalooza on Friday. United Way of the Flint Hills photo.
Olpe Fitness Park secures $330,000 from trio of foundations
The Olpe Fitness park project is closer to its Phase 1 goal -- and initial construction -- after several significant recent donations. Organizers have announced $250,000 from the WS and EC Jones Testa...
Sep 23, 2024 Olpe Fitness Park artist rendering.
CareArc announces Oct. 4 for annual drive-thru flu shot clinic
Flu shots are now readily available across Emporia, and CareArc is getting ready for its annual drive-thru flu shot clinic. The date is Oct. 4 from 7:30 am to 4 pm at the CareArc west canopy. The clin...
Sep 23, 2024 KVOE News photo.
CareArc, NRH boards prepare for monthly meetings
CareArc's Board of Directors will meet Tuesday. Board members will discuss three matters relating to either new or changed policies, including items for forms management, employment classifications an...
Sep 23, 2024 Free clipart graphic.
Osage County ranch gets BARN grant for agritourism effort
An Osage County barn will get state funding for renovations into an agritourism location. Sunshine & Whiskey Ranch, about three miles east of Carbondale is getting $25,000 as part of the Kansas Depart...
Sep 23, 2024 Kansas Department of Commerce graphic.
