Category Archives: News
Legislature overrides Kelly vetoes on crisis pregnancy center, healthcare sharing ministry policies
The Kansas Legislature was busy Friday, both sending bills to Governor Laura Kelly for her approval and overriding bills that didn't. Governor Kelly had vetoed House Bill 2635, which exempted crisis p...
Mar 29, 2026 KVOE News file photo.
Nearly $20,000 supports Show of Hands entrepreneurs
Five either established or developing businesses got funding for their concepts during Emporia Main Street's fifth annual Show of Hands pitch contest Thursday night: Nearly $20,000 in donor funds were...
Mar 29, 2026 Emporia Main Street graphic.
Organizers commend community for continued support of annual Adam Tebben 3 on 3 basketball tournament Saturday
Three years after the passing of Emporia native Adam Tebben, his memory and love for teamwork and competition continue to live on through the efforts of his friends and family and the support of his h...
Mar 28, 2026 Photo by Tagan Trahoon/KVOE News.
Emporia residents hold third 'No Kings' rally in downtown Emporia Saturday
For the third time over the past year, residents from in and out of Emporia gathered in the downtown corridor to raise their voices against the current Federal administration Saturday afternoon. The t...
Mar 28, 2026 Photo courtesy of Don Loux.
A longstanding tradition: Community continues to support Kiwanis Club in large force during 78th annual Pancake Day fundraiser
Traditions, young and old, only exist and thrive if they have the support to do so. Safe to say, support for the Kiwanis Club of Emporia's annual Pancake Day fundraiser is as strong as ever as the clu...
Mar 28, 2026
Outdoor burning banned for third consecutive day across portions of KVOE listening area
Outdoor burning will be banned for the majority of the KVOE listening area for the third consecutive day Saturday. Red Flag Warnings affect Lyon, Chase, Coffey, Morris, Osage and Wabaunsee counties fr...
Mar 28, 2026 National Weather Service Graphic.
Mike Law named new interim Chamber of Commerce President
The Emporia Area Chamber of Commerce has a new interim leader at the helm as of Friday. Mike Law was introduced as the new interim President and CEO via a news release Friday afternoon. Law, the owner...
Mar 27, 2026 Emporia Chamber Interim President and CEO Mike Law. Courtesy Image.
Emporia State University honors annual Women's History Month award winners Friday
For over 30 years, Emporia State University has commemorated the month of March, Women's History Month, by recognizing women who have dedicated their lives and efforts to increasing diversity and incl...
Mar 27, 2026 Pictutred left to right: Dr. Rachel Spaulding (adorned in the robes of Ruth Schillinger) and Akena LongBenton. Photos by Tagan Trahoon/KVOE News.
Ollie's signs lease at Flinthills Mall
The departure of Bath & Body Works is giving Flinthills Mall a new tenant -- and a major layout change -- by mid-fall 2026. Mall Manager Clarence Frye tells KVOE News the mall signed a lease with Olli...
Mar 27, 2026 Ollie's logo.
Maley excited for new role as Hetlinger Director; Optimistic About Potential Growth Opportunities for Agency, Community and Clients
A new chapter is underway at Hetlinger Developmental Services as Tammy Maley steps in as chief executive officer, bringing a passion for service and a vision for growth. Maley, who recently joined the...
Mar 27, 2026 Hetlinger Developmental Services CEO Tammy Maley. Hetlinger Image.
