Category Archives: News
USD 253 board may set table for closing, selling former Kansas Avenue school building, latest superintendent evaluation also planned
There is a change in the schedule for the USD 253 Emporia Board of Education's normal agenda schedule for the upcoming meeting Wednesday. Typically, executive-session evaluations for Superintendent Al...
Dec 11, 2023 KVOE News photo.
WEATHER: Despite recent improvements, drought likely to persist into 2024
The latest climate perspectives from the National Weather Service offices in Topeka and Wichita note recent improvements but still expect drought to continue through at least the rest of the year. The...
Dec 11, 2023 National Weather Service graphic.
Holiday mental health pointers discussed on KVOE's Morning Show
The holidays can be a tough time for a lot of people, and that often means an increase in requests for services through CrossWinds Counseling and Wellness. CEO Amanda Cunningham had an update on KVOE'...
Dec 11, 2023 Crosswinds Counseling and Wellness logo.
License plate finalists unveiled
Well, you have five choices for the state's new license plate design. Kansas Governor Laura Kelly unveiled the field Monday morning, with all designs created by Mammoth Creative Company in partnership...
Dec 11, 2023 State of Kansas graphic.
Emporia Municipal Band serenades Granada Theatre audience with annual Christmas concert
With great fanfare, the Emporia Municipal Band played its annual Christmas concert Sunday. From the Radetzky March, heard here, to favorites like Sleigh Ride, the band entertained a big crowd at the E...
Dec 11, 2023 Dylan Sherwood/KVOE News.
Local businesses partner with Salvation Army for 12 Days of Christmas Red Kettle Match campaign
After a good turnout at Badges United and the Lions Club's bell-ringing efforts Saturday, the Salvation Army of Emporia has announced it is putting a new spin on the 12 days of Christmas. Capt. Mylie ...
Dec 10, 2023 KVOE News file photo.
Mechanic Street parking lot, Peyton Street waterline projects continue progress
Two notable construction projects for the city of Emporia are making progress. The Mechanic Street parking lot project is nearing the halfway point. Curb and gutter work is between 80-90 percent finis...
Dec 10, 2023 City of Emporia graphic.
Thanksgiving fire on South Constitution still under investigation
Emporia Fire is still investigating the blaze that heavily damaged an Emporia home and hospitalized two people on Thanksgiving. The incident at 205 South Constitution caused extensive fire damage to t...
Dec 10, 2023 KVOE News file photo.
40th Annual Neighborhood Toy Drive collects more than 30 bags of toys and over $500 Saturday evening
For four decades now the Emporia community has continuously come together each year to support the annual Neighborhood Toy Drive and this year was no exception. The 40th annual event was held along De...
Dec 09, 2023 Photo by Tagan Trahoon/KVOE News
Separate in name, united in cause; Local first responders band together for annual Badges United bell ringing event Saturday
The Holiday season carries a special meaning to many, but maybe none more so than those who have taken the vow to serve and protect the community. The service portion of that oath was on full display ...
Dec 09, 2023 Photos by Tagan Trahoon/KVOE News
