Category Archives: News
Repairs underway on utility poles damaged Thursday
Repairs have started on West Sixth after several utility poles were damaged beyond repair late Thursday afternoon. Four poles were taken down near the Sixth and Albert intersection, apparently after a...
Apr 19, 2024 Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
Williams gets over six years in prison for aggravated arson, aggravated child endangerment at Emporia apartment house
An Emporia man was sentenced to prison for allegedly trying to set a local apartment building on fire with people inside a year ago. Initially, Donovan Williams had been facing 11 criminal charges aft...
Apr 19, 2024 Kansas Courts graphic.
Groundbreaking ahead next week for ESU Nursing + Student Wellness Center
Very soon, groundbreaking will take place on Emporia State University's first new campus academic building in 45 years. A special ceremony is at 11 am Wednesday for the Nursing + Student Wellness Cent...
Apr 19, 2024 Emporia State University architect rendering.
LaTurner not seeking re-election to US House Second District
Second District US Congressman Jake LaTurner says he will not seek a third term in office. LaTurner says his decision follows a lot of prayer and reflection, adding he would like to spend more time wi...
Apr 19, 2024 Kansas Second District Congressman Jake LaTurner. KVOE News photo.
Lyon County Commissioners presented with proposal to alter county billboard regulations as part of weekly action meeting Thursday
An update in zoning regulations, or rather a changeover, appears to be coming for Lyon County. During the Lyon County Commission's weekly action meeting Thursday morning, Wingert Sign Company owner Fr...
Apr 18, 2024 KVOE News photo.
'Create connections:' Former Miss Kansas speaks to the power of positive connectivity during presentation in Emporia Thursday evening
The adage "More than meets the eye" may be the perfect summation for the life story of former Miss Kansas Ayanna Schumacher. Schumacher was the featured speaker for the latest event hosted by SOS as p...
Apr 18, 2024 2022 Miss Kansas Ayanna Schumacher gets set to deliver her presentation "The Story Others Read" to individuals in attendance at Flint Hills Technical College. Photo by Tagan Trahoon/KVOE News
Downed light poles on Sixth Avenue to have no impacts on residential or commercial customers; Repair work to be completed Friday morning
Repairs may not occur until the early morning hours Friday after a quartet of poles were damaged on a major roadway in Emporia late Thursday afternoon. According to the city of Emporia an undisclosed ...
Apr 18, 2024 Photo by Tagan Trahoon/KVOE News
AAA Kansas urging drivers to focus on driving and tune out distractions
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month and AAA is urging drivers to tune into driving while tuning out distractions. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, about 13 perc...
Apr 18, 2024 AAA Kansas Logo
Emporia Main Street already noting interest in downtown investment before second-place finish in USA TODAY 10Best Main Street contest
Emporia may have come up just short of the top slot in a national contest, but Main Street Director Casey Woods still anticipates a range of benefits to come for the city. This is Emporia Main Street'...
Apr 18, 2024 KVOE News file photo.
Newman Regional Health celebrates 300th procedure for da Vinci robotic arm
Newman Regional Health's robotic surgery arm hit a milestone this week. The da Vinci Robot-Assisted Surgical System handled its 300th procedure Wednesday. Surgeon Dr. Tim Harris performed the first an...
Apr 18, 2024 Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
