Category Archives: News
As food, housing and other issues remain a prevalent concern locally, various agencies continue to develop and provide needed resources
Food and housing insecurity continue to be a prevalent issue facing many residents, thanks to a combination of inflation, recently announced layoffs and business closures over the past several months....
May 06, 2026 Pictured left to right Incoming United Way of the Flint Hills Executive Director Whitney Johnson, Food For Students and Emporia Spartan Stop Coordinator Heather Wagner, Outgoing UWFH Executive Director Daphne Mertens and Southwick House Executive Director Cara Codney. Photo by Tagan Trahoon/KVOE News.
Recent Water Treatment Master plan presents trio of options for city leadership to address aging plant infrastructure including new near $136 million treatment plant; City leadership to assess feasibility of proposals in coming months
A new nearly $136 million water treatment plant is one of three potential options now being considered by City of Emporia leadership following a review of a water treatment plant master plan Wednesday...
May 06, 2026 Photo by Tagan Trahoon/KVOE News.
Local gas prices push above $4 per gallon
If you're thinking about adjusting your summer travel plans, you're not alone. Gas prices cracked the $4 per gallon barrier this week and now run as high as $4.19 a gallon. That's still below the nati...
May 06, 2026 Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
Saint Patrick's Committee announces 2026 beneficiaries
The Emporia Saint Patrick's Committee will be handing out checks to nearly 10 community groups in and around Emporia soon. Spokesperson Barb Lowery says a change in approach from auction to sponsorshi...
May 06, 2026 Chuck Samples/KVOE News
Grand opening activities coming May 20 for Beacon for Hope Suicide Prevention
Beacon for Hope is getting ready for a brick-and-mortar location. Director Melissa Owen discussed the move as part of KVOE's Morning Show on Wednesday. Owen says this is a good move for several reason...
May 06, 2026 Beacon for Hope Suicide Prevention graphic.
Highway Department matters ahead for Lyon County Commission
Lyon County commissioners are meeting Thursday. County Engineer Wayne Scritchfield has two items for consideration, including a data collection agreement with Professional Engineering Consultants at a...
May 06, 2026 KVOE News file photo.
MyEmporia app now available
The city of Emporia has been working in several ways to make government operations more accessible and transparent over the last few years. The latest example of that was released Monday: MyEmporia, a...
May 06, 2026 City of Emporia logo.
History Center nearing start of America 250th-anniversary exhibits
Less than three weeks remain before the Lyon County History Center officially begins celebrating our nation's 250th anniversary. Director Emeritus Greg Jordan is looking forward to the History Center'...
May 06, 2026 Lyon County History Center logo.
Emporia's Street Rehab project to begin Monday
Emporia's annual Street Rehab project begins next week. The city of Emporia says the first part of the project handles curb and gutter replacements, as well as sidewalks and ADA-accessible ramps. Mill...
May 06, 2026 Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
Indoor pool at Lee Beran Rec Center could reopen Thursday
If all goes according to plan, the Lee Beran Recreation Center's indoor pool will reopen to the public Thursday. The Rec Commission says the natatorium's pump has been in the process of being rebuilt....
May 06, 2026 Chuck Samples/KVOE News
