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WEATHER: Residents reminded to be watchful for signs of heat related illness with prolonged period of extreme heat in place through Fourth of July holiday week
As the old song says, "The heat is on," and it's not going anywhere anytime soon. A forecasted heatwave arrived in the area Sunday with air temperatures reaching the low 90s accompanied by a peak heat...
Jun 29, 2026 National Weather Service Graphic.
Rod'n 4 JC overcomes soggy conditions, hot temperatures and high winds Sunday to support Random Acts of Kindness initiative
St. Mark's Lutheran Church had to battle Mother Nature, starting with some soggy conditions from the week's rainfall, for its biggest annual fundraiser Sunday, according to Pastor Kent Happel. Fundrai...
Jun 28, 2026 Photo by Tagan Trahoon/KVOE News.
Football, parades and life changing experiences; Emporia hosts 53rd annual Shrine Bowl
No doubt all of the participants in the 53rd annual Kansas Shrine Bowl have played in their fair share of high-stakes games, but the final game of their high school careers carried an extra sense of m...
Jun 28, 2026 Members of the Shrine Bowl East team make their way down Commercial Street in Emporia just hours before their 14-7 victory over the west in the 53rd annual Kansas Shrine Bowl. Photo by Tagan Trahoon/KVOE News.
Sixth annual Bryan Douglas Memorial Softball tournament continues to foster community of support for those battling cancer Saturday
Just as he impacted those around him throughout his life, the memory of Dr. Bryan Douglas continues to make an impact on the lives of others. For the past six years, that impact has come from the Dr. ...
Jun 27, 2026 Photo by Tagan Trahoomn/KVOE News
15th annual Tornado Trot and Trail continues to promote spirit of perseverance demonstrated by residents of Reading following 2011 tornado in support of Handlebars of Hope
15 years ago, the city of Reading was just starting to rebuild following a devastating tornado that tore through the community, destroying nearly everything in its path. Saturday morning, close to 100...
Jun 27, 2026 Photo by Tagan Trahoon/KVOE News.
WEATHER: Excessive heat watch upgraded to warning through Friday
Expectations for extremely hot conditions are continuing to rise, much like the temperature locally. The National Weather Service, on Saturday afternoon, upgraded its previously issued extreme heat wa...
Jun 27, 2026 National Weather Service Graphic
No injuries reported following two vehicle collision at I35 133 off ramp Saturday
No medical transports were needed following a two-vehicle collision east of Emporia's city limits late Saturday morning. Lyon County Deputies were called to the interchange for East US Highway 50 and ...
Jun 27, 2026 KVOE Listener Photograph.
Good Way Gardens looking to 'rise to the challenge' of recent community investments with series of new programs and opportunities for the community
After receiving recent investments from the community, Emporia's Good Way Gardens is looking to return that investment to Emporia residents and artists. During an appearance on KVOE's Talk of Emporia ...
Jun 27, 2026 Good Way Gardens Executive Director Elexa Dawson. Photo by Tagan Trahoon/KVOE News.
US Congressman Derek Schmidt says the preference of the people ought to dictate local decisions regarding data center ventures
With the debate regarding data centers continuing to wage both locally and nationally, Kansas US Second District Congressman Derek Schmidt recently weighed in on the matter during his monthly appearan...
Jun 26, 2026 Derek Schmidt. Derek Schmidt for Congress photo.
Emporia High Theatre fares well and brings home first Thespy trophy at International Thespian Festival
Emporia High School's Theatre Troupe has continued to make history, this time on the international stage. According to the latest update from EHS Theatre, the department earned its first Thespy trophy...
Jun 26, 2026 Emporia High School Theatre Courtesy Image.
