Category Archives: 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.
Hamilton pledges to 'Lead from the Middle' as Senate campaign stops in Emporia
US Senate candidate Adam Hamilton stopped briefly to meet with potential constituents as part of a campaign stop in Emporia on Thursday. Hamilton is hoping to unseat Republican Senator Roger Marshall,...
Aug 20, 2026 Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
Senior judge orders high impact data center question to be placed on November ballot; Judge notes the item will not be enacted if approved by voters until declaratory judgment is reached on nature of said question/petition
The question of whether or not to ban high-impact data centers in the Emporia City limits will go before Emporia voters this November. Following a hearing regarding an injunction filed by the City of ...
Aug 20, 2026 KVOE News file photo.
Lyon County commissioners increase fines for commercial truck thru traffic on certain paved county roads
Lyon County commissioners have changed the fine schedule for commercial truck drivers using certain paved county roads in certain settings. Commissioners voted unanimously to institute heftier fines f...
Aug 20, 2026 In 2023, Lyon County commissioners disallowed commercial thru truck traffic on Lyon County's paved highways, including Burlingame Road (pictured). On Thursday, commissioners increased fines for violations. Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
City of Emporia offers guidance about roofing contractors following destructive hailstorm
Now 2 weeks after a destructive hailstorm hit Emporia and areas to the east, the city of Emporia is giving guidance for residents who may not have started the repair process. The city says all roofing...
Aug 20, 2026 Mark Brown.
Argabright to Kentucky for specialized training through Council of State Governments Toll Fellowship
This weekend will be busy for Mike Argabright. The state's 17th District Senator is traveling to Louisville, Kentucky, to be part of the Henry Toll Fellowship as offered by The Council of State Govern...
Aug 20, 2026 Mike Argabright. Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
