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The Kansas Supreme Court ruled that the Legislative Coordinating Council exceeded its authority when it tried to overturn a gubernatorial executive order banning religious and funeral services of more than 10 people during the coronavirus pandemic.
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News
BELLE PLAINE, Kan. (AP) — The Kansas Supreme Court ruled Saturday that a Republican-dominated legislative panel exceeded its authority when it tried to overturn the Democratic governor’s executive order banning religious and funeral services of more than 10 people during the coronavirus pandemic.
The Kansas Supreme Court ruled that the Legislative Coordinating Council exceeded its authority when it tried to overturn a gubernatorial executive order banning religious and funeral services of more than 10 people during the coronavirus pandemic.
Ryann Brooks
Reporter
Emporia Public Schools kicked off its online learning platform last week, combining technology, hands-on activities and virtual classrooms.
Ryann Brooks
Reporter
While the recent decision by Kansas lawmakers to veto Gov. Laura Kelly’s executive order restricting the size of religious gatherings due to the COVID-19 pandemic was met with much criticism — and praise — across the country, local church leadership says the noise has done little to affect t…
The COVID-19 pandemic may have forced the temporary closure of Emporia's local gyms and recreation centers, but that does not mean there aren't a number of ways to stay fit in the comfort of your own home.
Ryann Brooks
Reporter
MISSION — The Kansas Supreme Court is set to convene today for the first time ever via video conference to hear arguments on Gov. Laura Kelly’s lawsuit against legislative leaders who overturned her executive order banning religious and funeral services of more than 10 attendees during the c…
Starting today, Road 130 between Roads F5 and G will be closed until further notice, according to the Lyon County Highway Department.
Ryann Brooks
Reporter
The last day of classes for students in Emporia Public Schools will be May 19, according to an announcement made by USD 253 Superintendent Kevin Case Friday afternoon.
Ryann Brooks
Reporter
While local emergency personnel are currently spending much of their time monitoring and reacting to the newest developments of the COVID-19 pandemic, many are simultaneously keeping an eye to the sky as severe weather season approaches.
Members of the Regional Development Association of East Central Kansas met virtually Friday morning to discuss upcoming changes to the organization’s 2021 budget.
Sports
Emporia High School senior Rayanna Breshears signed a letter of intent to play basketball for Tabor College. The announcement was made via Twitter Sunday. Breshears is the daughter of Jon and Laura Breshears of Neosho Rapids.
The Emporia Gazette
Yes, it actually is closing in on two full weeks since basketball and sports as a whole, really, from the top to the bottom was silenced by the approaching (and still not fully fathomable) pandemic that is seems to be rewriting society on an hourly basis.
Stephen Coleman
Sports Editor
Opinion
As we complete our second full week of implementing our continuous learning plan with students at Emporia Schools, I wanted to take a moment and reflect on what has transpired during the past few weeks.
State
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — The winning numbers in Saturday evening's drawing of the "Lotto America" game were:
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Governor Kelly is one impressive human. I'd vote for her as President if she were to ever run.
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This virus 19 proves to me how big Pharma has a lock on US Health. How come no one talks about vitamins?
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In these uncertain times, I believe our City Commission will do the right thing and do it with enduring commitment.
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