Category Archives: News
WEATHER: Sunshine and dry conditions ahead following isolated severe storm activity Tuesday
Early to mid-evening storms Tuesday didn't linger for an extensive amount of time but they certainly left an impact in parts of the KVOE listening area. In Emporia, a lightning strike downed a tree in...
Jun 4, 2024 A tree was downed in the 1000 block of Lawrence following a lightning strike Tuesday evening. Photo by Corky Heller.
Traffic adjustments begin for 24th and Prairie waterline improvement project
Traffic adjustments are now underway as a result of the 24th Avenue and Prairie waterline improvement project. Until further notice, 24th Avenue from Prairie Street to Industrial Road will be open to ...
Jun 4, 2024 Traffic adjustments now underway for 24th and Prairie waterline project. Photo by Chuck Samples/KVOE News
David Schneider looking for return of 'conservative values' if elected to Kansas Senate 17th District
Kansas 17th District Senate Republican hopeful David Schneider says a return of conservative values is what he hopes to bring to the Kansas state-house if elected later this year. While speaking with ...
Jun 4, 2024 David Schneider. Dave4ks.com photo.
Construction now underway on new Low Housing Development nearly two years after destructive fire
Construction is now underway to rebuild the Low Housing Development in Cottonwood Falls after the original development was destroyed by fire nearly two years ago. A formal groundbreaking was held at t...
Jun 4, 2024 Photo by Erica Grayson
Emporia Main Street Director touts importance of name recognition on top of revenues generated by major local events
While it has brought in millions of dollars each year to the Emporia Community, Emporia Main Street Director Casey Woods says the benefits of Unbound Gravel, and other large-scale events held in the c...
Jun 4, 2024 Tagan Trahoon/KVOE News.
Emporia Civic Leadership Institute off to promising start following first session; Next session coming Tuesday evening
The inaugural Emporia Civic Leadership Institute is off and running. The institute began this past Tuesday with an introductory session that included activities, an address from City Manager Trey Cock...
Jun 4, 2024 City of Emporia graphic.
Status hearing coming Wednesday for former Burlington teacher and coach accused of sex crimes against teens
A former one-time teacher and coach at Burlington High School accused of sex crimes against teenagers has his latest court appearance Wednesday. Michael Vander Linden is set to appear in Coffey County...
Jun 4, 2024 Michael Vander Linden
Coffey County Jail Photo.
Severe storm activity possible Tuesday afternoon and evening
Following consistent rainfall through much of the morning and early afternoon hours Monday, another round of storms is expected Tuesday, some of which could be strong to severe. Currently, the Nationa...
Jun 4, 2024 National Weather Service Graphic.
Congress stabbing suspects to make first court appearances in mid-June
First court appearances are coming later this month for the two individuals arrested following a stabbing incident in Emporia Saturday evening. 45-year-old Gary Grana will appear before Judge Doug Jon...
Jun 4, 2024 KVOE News file photo.
New Start Choir preparing for second concert later this month
New Start Choir is set for its second concert later this month. The group will perform on June 25 at the Emporia Granada Theatre. The concert will consist of songs from movies and musicals. Director A...
Jun 3, 2024 Photo courtesy of Anna Ryan
