Category Archives: News
ESU Political Sciences Professor weighs in on Biden withdrawal from Presidential race; Believes Harris is logical choice for Democratic nomination
With President Joe Biden announcing he will not seek another term in office, questions as to what is next for the Democratic Party are disappearing with its national convention just a few short weeks ...
Jul 22, 2024 Vice President Kamala Harris embraces President Joe Biden after a speech on healthcare in Raleigh, N.C., Mar. 26, 2024. ABC News photo.
Couple sought after allegedly fleeing Council Grove drug incident scene arrested in Oklahoma
Two people wanted after allegedly leaving the scene of a drug crime in Council Grove and driving to Oklahoma to escape justice have been arrested. Meagann Mason and Colby Ross were arrested Sunday at ...
Jul 22, 2024 Meagann Morgan (left), Colby Ross. Council Grove Police Department photos.
Water main break reported on Woodland Street
Emporia Public Works crews are in the process of fixing a water main break in northwest Emporia. Crews were called to the 1400 block of Woodland shortly afrter 9 am Monday. Water service will be affec...
Jul 22, 2024 KVOE News photo.
Chase County deputies searching for stolen vehicle
Chase County deputies have highlighted their search for a reported stolen vehicle. The car in question is a blue 1985 Chevrolet Caprice with an expired Kansas tag of 142 CWG. The car was reported stol...
Jul 22, 2024 Chase County Sheriff's Office.
CareArc board to discuss de-obligating nearly $90,000 in federal funding
CareArc's Board of Directors has a number of standard reports on the agenda for its monthly meeting, along with several new items. Board members could de-obligate nearly $90,000 in federal grant funds...
Jul 22, 2024 KVOE News photo.
Employee contracts among lead items for USD 253 Emporia board in Wednesday meeting
USD 253 Emporia board members have contract matters, handbook readings and strategic planning ahead for their next regular meeting. Board members could approve salary adjustments for licensed professi...
Jul 22, 2024 USD 253 Emporia logo.
KwiKom receives over $900,000 through Broadband Acceleration Grant program
Broadband internet access in Coffey County will be more readily available after a recent funding announcement by the state. Governor Laura Kelly says KwiKom (Quick-Comm) is getting $950,000 in Broadba...
Jul 22, 2024 Kansas Department of Commerce graphic.
Medicare Basics, appointments coming this week in Emporia
If you have basic questions about Medicare operations or are looking to join Medicare, you're invited to a pair of events in Emporia this week. Certified SHICK, or Senior Health Insurance Counselor fo...
Jul 22, 2024 Medicare logo.
Emporia city official pleased with first Civic Leadership Institute
Emporia's first Civic Leadership Institute is a rousing success, according to Director of Special Projects Tayler Wash. Twenty residents have been involved, meeting weekly with city administrators and...
Jul 22, 2024 City of Emporia graphic.
Lyon County Election Officer notes slower turnout than expected for offsite advance voting; In-office voting begins Monday
Offsite voting is over but in-office advance voting is getting underway Monday for the 2024 primary election. The Lyon County Clerk's Office will be open for advance voting from 8 am to 5 pm Monday th...
Jul 21, 2024 KVOE News File Photo
