Category Archives: News
Veterans Roundtable up next for Emporia's All Veterans Tribute
Activities for Emporia's All Veterans Tribute are already off to a good start, including notable participation in the 20th annual Freedom Fest, the Veterans Glass Blowing Workshop and Veteran Artist O...
Nov 6, 2023 KVOE News file photo.
Several Emporia businesses receiving USDA funds for energy efficiency projects
Several Emporia businesses are getting federal grants for energy efficiency improvements. The US Department of Agriculture says the following local businesses have obtained federal funds for a range o...
Nov 6, 2023 US Department of Agriculture logo.
Soup's on Tuesday for Farmers Market as Soup-a-Palooza returns
After a successful start to its Winter Market activities this past weekend, the Emporia Farmers Market is ready for its biggest fundraiser of the year. Soup-a-Palooza takes place Tuesday. Market Coord...
Nov 6, 2023 Emporia Farmers Market graphic.
USD 251 board readies for two meetings Tuesday
USD 251 North Lyon County's Board of Education has two meetings coming this week -- and a day earlier than normal. Board members are meeting Tuesday instead of Wednesday, and they have one major polic...
Nov 6, 2023 USD 251 North Lyon County logo.
Strong City Preservation Alliance hosts fourth annual Black Tie Affair fundraiser Saturday
Chase County residents were able to get creative with their wardrobe during the annual Black Tie Affair in Strong City this weekend. The event, put on by the Strong City Preservation Alliance, was hel...
Nov 5, 2023 Strong City Preservation Alliance photo.
Lyon County Game Warden asking for help solving apparent deer poaching incident near Americus
The Lyon County Game Warden's Office is investigating an apparent deer poaching incident. Warden Aaron Scheve tells KVOE News the alleged incident was reported Sunday on Road 260 between Roads C and D...
Nov 5, 2023 Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks logo.
USD 253 Emporia halts plan to end board meeting livestreams; committee will gain input before final decision announced
A decision by USD 253 Emporia to end livestreaming board meetings is on hold for now. The decision was announced as part of board proceedings in late October. Board President Jami Reever says conversa...
Nov 5, 2023 USD 253 Emporia logo.
Wabaunsee County deputies investigating cattle rustling case; $1,000 reward available through Kansas Farm Bureau program
If you thought cattle rustling was a thing of the past, including old Western TV shows and movies, think again. The Wabaunsee County Sheriff's Office is looking for the person or people responsible fo...
Nov 5, 2023 Wabaunsee County Sheriff's Office photo.
Two people brought to safety after getting stuck in mud near ESU PAROC facility
Two people were taken to safety after getting stuck in thick mud near an Emporia State facility Sunday. The incident developed before 11 am outside Emporia State's Prophet Aquatic Research and Outreac...
Nov 5, 2023 Google Maps image.
USD 252 ready for 12th Honor Flight
Once again, USD 252 Southern Lyon County is marshaling forces for Honor Flight. The trip to Washington, DC, and back begins with the departure from Olpe High School before 2:30 am Monday, returning la...
Nov 5, 2023 USD 252 Southern Lyon County photo.
