Chase County Leader News

01/13/2026

Emergency planning and storm warning upgrades were in focus for Chase County commissioners Monday as the board adopted a regional hazard mitigation plan that officials said helps keep the county eligible for FEMA assistance and related grant opportu…

Emergency planning and storm warning upgrades were in focus for Chase County commissioners Monday as the board adopted a regional hazard mitigation plan that officials said helps keep the county

01/09/2026

The Kansas Department of Transportation has approved bids for state highway construction and maintenance projects let Dec. 17, 2025, in Topeka, including two projects in Chase County.According to KDOT, some bids include multiple projects bundled bas…

The Kansas Department of Transportation has approved bids for state highway construction and maintenance projects let Dec. 17, 2025, in Topeka, including two projects in Chase County.According to KDOT, some

01/06/2026

The Chase County Commission took multiple actions during its Dec. 31 meeting, including approving payment for a third-party forensic auditor investigating financial discrepancies in the county treasurer’s office, authorizing a cost-of-living raise f…

The Chase County Commission took multiple actions during its Dec. 31 meeting, including approving payment for a third-party forensic auditor investigating financial discrepancies in the county treasurer’s office, authorizing a

01/04/2026

2025 was a year of growth, celebration, and continued impact for the Emporia Community Foundation (ECF). Building on decades of generosity and success, the Foundation honored its past while setting its sights firmly on the future.

2025 was a year of growth, celebration, and continued impact for the Emporia Community Foundation (ECF). Building on decades of generosity and success, the Foundation honored its past while setting

01/03/2026

Evora Wheeler, a longtime Emporia civic leader and beloved community volunteer known for her legendary homemade pies, passed away Friday morning at the age of 94.

If you have memories of Evora, please share them here.

Evora Wheeler, a longtime Emporia civic leader and beloved community volunteer known for her legendary homemade pies, passed away Friday morning at the age of 94.

12/29/2025

Alexus Jeanne Hatcher graduated with honors from Mount Mary University Milwaukee,WI, December 13, with a Bachelor’s of Science degree. A week before Miss Hatcher was celebrated as a member of the Blue Angels basketball team and was named to the All…

Alexus Jeanne Hatcher graduated with honors from Mount Mary University Milwaukee,WI, December 13, with a Bachelor’s of Science degree. A week before Miss Hatcher was celebrated as a member of

12/26/2025

"The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams." ~ Eleanor Roosevelt

12/22/2025

The Chase County Chamber of Commerce held its annual meeting Thursday, Dec. 18, at the Fire on the Prairie and H2O Church/HeBrews CoffeeHouse.

12/19/2025

Songs of the Flint Hills

Checking the Pasture – Part II

12/18/2025

What started as a phone call last summer turned into a crown, cash prize, bragging rights and a spot atop the Food Network’s “Sweet Empire” for local baker Cami SanRamoni

12/17/2025

Chase County commissioners approved routine financial items, contracts and technology upgrades, and discussed employee benefit policies during their regular meeting Monday morning. The meeting also included multiple department updates and two execut…

Chase County commissioners approved routine financial items, contracts and technology upgrades, and discussed employee benefit policies during their regular meeting Monday morning. The meeting also included multiple department updates and

12/15/2025

Chase County Elementary students share holiday cheer during winter music program

The Chase County Elementary School gym was filled with music, smiles and seasonal cheer Friday evening as students in kindergarten through sixth grade presented their annual winter music program.