The Olpe Fitness Park is moving along -- to the point where residents are invited to a special grand opening for the high school's new football stadium. The field opening is coming Aug 28. Olpe Fitness Park Committee members appeared this week on KVOE's Morning Show Newsmaker interview segment. Tyler Schmidt outlined t...

Area residents may have some strong to severe storms by late afternoon or evening. There is a marginal severe weather risk for much of northeast, east-central and central Kansas. Wind gusts up to 60 mph and hail to the size of quarters are the main concerns. The Storm Prediction Center is looking at activity as soon as...

The atmosphere was festive and laid-back for the United Way of the Flint Hills' annual Campaign Kickoff at Good Way Gardens on Thursday. United Way officials, including Executive Director Whitney Johnson, say they are ready to go for the fundraising and the community engagement over the next 9 months. This year's goal ...

A Chase County deputy is out of a job after a report of a party involving allegations of underage individuals and alcoholic consumption. Chase County Sheriff Jacob Welsh says the report was made late the night of Aug 7 regarding what was listed as a large party in the 500 block of EF Road near Cedar Point. Several peop...

Newman Regional Health says it streamlining its bill management experience for patients. The hospital has unveiled a new online platform letting patients view statements, set up electronic billing notices, review and set up payment plans and make payments. Executive Director of Revenue Cycle Jen Dalton says the new pla...

The Emporia State volleyball team is receiving votes in the initial AVCA Top 25 Preseason Poll. The Lady Hornets finished No. 23 in the country a year ago and are sixth among teams receiving votes to start 2026. Concordia St. Paul out of the NSIC is the preseason pick to win the national title with the Golden Bears r...

Emporia State director of tennis John Blackburn is set up for a busy 2026. Following the departure of women's head coach CyCy Peyroche this summer, Blackburn will step up to coach the men's and women's team this season. He said he's excited about the opportunity. Gwendal Mazuay returns as a graduate student for the H...

The Burlingame Bearcats are looking to reload after a 6-4 season in 2025 that ended with a Regional-round loss to eventual Division 2 state champion Hanover. Replacing key pieces from last year's team will be a major challenge for head coach Jeff Slater. All Lyon County League First Team selections Drake Skirvin, Danny...

The Emporia State cross country teams will welcome in plenty of new faces for the 2026 campaign. The Lady Hornets have 15 on the roster for 2026 after finishing ninth at the MIAA Championships and 22nd at their NCAA Regional in 2025. Head coach Justin Hill begins his third leading the program and is excited about the...

Emporia State Athletics is adding a clear bag policy for its major entertainment and athletic facilities. All ESU home games will now require fans to use clear bags to attend as a matter of what the university calls "a secure game-day environment for fans, student-athletes, coaches and event staff." Permitted...