Category Archives: News
USD 253 Board of Education convening Wednesday
USD 253 Emporia Board of Education members have a relatively light agenda before them when they convene for their regular meeting Wednesday evening. The board will receive its latest Building for the ...
Jun 26, 2023 USD 253 Board of Education photo.
Rural Osage City man arrested after alleged high-speed chase
A rural Osage City man is awaiting a decision on formal charges after allegedly leading authorities on a high-speed chase early Saturday. Osage City Police Chief Fred Nech says an officer noted a pick...
Jun 26, 2023 Osage City Police Department photo.
Early work beginning on Emporia's Mahtropolis subdivision
As the city of Emporia moves towards a decision on one major huosing development, construction processes are set to begin on a project approved earlier this year. The city's contractor is beginning ut...
Jun 26, 2023 City of Emporia map.
With process underway to find executive director, Southwick House board appears set to use single facility for women's crisis services
With Southwick House moving towards adding its first executive director, it's also working towards finalizing its approach to helping women in crisis situations. On KVOE's Morning Show on Monday, Boar...
Jun 26, 2023
Heat burst to bring triple-digit temperatures to area
A seasonal start to the week gives way to abnormally hot conditions by the middle of the week. Highs in the low 90s for Monday and Tuesday will be replaced by triple-digit heat to close out the work w...
Jun 26, 2023 National Weather Service graphic.
CareArc Board of Directors to meet Tuesday
After a special ribbon-cutting and open house event Tuesday, the CareArc Board of Directors will have its monthly meeting at noon. Board members will discuss the local and area impact of a Capture RX ...
Jun 26, 2023 KVOE News photo.
Emporia State University, city of Emporia gearing up for fireworks
As fireworks vendors get ready to open their doors for the short business season Tuesday, Emporia State University is getting ready to open up its campus to the area for the annual fireworks show a we...
Jun 26, 2023 Emporia State University maps.
Turnout heavy for Emporia Fire Department's BBQ fundraiser benefiting cancer-stricken firefighter
Pulled pork, baked beans, chips and dessert raised money for an Emporia firefighter battling cancer. Turnout was heavy at times at Fire Station 2. Chief Brandon Beck was grateful for the turnout, and ...
Jun 25, 2023 Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
Rod'n 4 JC brings classic vehicles to St Mark's Lutheran Church
Cars, trucks, motorcycles -- even a bus and a tractor -- were part of the fourth annual Rod'n 4 JC event at St. Mark's Lutheran Church on Sunday. Pastor Kent Happel was pleased to see at least 30 vehi...
Jun 25, 2023 Chuck Samples/KVOE News.
Lyon County aggravated robbery, conspiracy suspect to have hearing Monday
Court proceedings are set to begin Monday for a man accused in Lyon County District Court of aggravated robbery and conspiracy. A first court appearance is set for 12:45 pm in the case of Antonio Lee ...
Jun 25, 2023
