Category Archives: News
Robert Allen King aiming to bring fresh ideas and perspective to ESU School of Business if selected as next dean
The final candidate looking to take on the role of Dean of the Emporia State University School of Business and Technology had his first official introduction to the community Thursday afternoon. Dr. R...
May 07, 2026 Dr. Robert Allen King. Photo by Tagan Trahoon/KVOE News.
Runaway teen found safe, reunited with family
Emporia Police officers say a runaway teenager has been found. Officers announced a request for public help in finding 14-year-old Ava Wasylk shortly after the teenager was reported as a runaway aroun...
May 07, 2026 KVOE News file photo.
SOS celebrates founders and core volunteers with special event and documentary screening inside Lyon County History Center Wednesday
2026 marks the 50th anniversary of the founding of SOS Inc. and current leadership continues to pay homage to the leadership and volunteers who laid the foundation for the local agency. Wednesday, SOS...
May 07, 2026 SOS Courtsey Image.
UPDATE: Stabbing suspect apprehended without incident Friday
Two days after an alleged stabbing incident in northeast Emporia, law enforcement has apprehended the announced suspect in the case. EPD announced Friday evening that it had received information to th...
May 07, 2026 Makayla McCray. Courtesy photo/Lyon County Crime Stoppers.
After hypothermia finding, Emporia Police ends investigation into Rauber death
The Emporia Police Department has closed its investigation into the death of Emporia teacher Rebecca Rauber from this past January. A news release from the department this week says Rauber, 28, died f...
May 07, 2026 Rebecca Rauber. USD 253 Image
Even with bridge deck issues, Lyon County Engineer says new Rocky Ford bridge could be done before July
A month ago, it appeared the Rocky Ford bridge construction would finish at least a month ahead of schedule. Even with notable issues with the bridge deck that appeared shortly after a KVOE Morning Sh...
May 07, 2026 Work on the Rocky Ford bridge, shown here in early April, was put on pause after concrete and rebar issues developed following a decking project. Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
Proceeds from Tom Stebbins Memorial Golf Tournament benefiting FHTC Advancing Tomorrow campaign
The ongoing legacy of Tom Stebbins will take on a new, visible role as Flint Hills Technical College continues raising funds for its Advancing Industry Education Center. The Tom Stebbins Memorial Golf...
May 07, 2026 Representatives of the Tom Stebbins Memorial Golf Committee and Flint Hills Technical College pose as part of a check presentation gathering at the college. Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
Lyon County Sheriff's Office alerts residents of impersonator seeking personal information
The Lyon County Sheriff's Office says it is getting calls from residents about a person claiming to be an employee. The Sheriff's Office says somebody identifying himself as Michael Hurst is also call...
May 07, 2026 Lyon County Sheriff's Office patch.
Third finalist on ESU campus Thursday, Friday for Dean of School of Business
Emporia State University welcomes its third -- and last -- finalist for the Dean of the School of Business position to campus Thursday. Robert Allen King is currently an associate dean of undergraduat...
May 07, 2026 Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
Lee Beran Rec Center indoor pool reopens Thursday
Not only is the Lee Beran Recreation Center's indoor pool open again to the public, it's literally back to normal. Rec Commission Director Amanda Gutierrez says chemical levels are where they need to ...
May 07, 2026 Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
