Flint Hills Shopper

12/01/2025

First Congregational Church, 326 W 12th, will have Chill Church in the chapel on Tuesdays at 6:30 pm beginning December 2. Each week a free community meal will be provided in Fellowship Hall (basement of main building) prior to the service.

11/11/2025

GREATER EMPORIA AREA MATCH DAY EVENT – MONDAY, NOVEMBER 17TH
The Emporia Community Foundation invites the public to give from their hearts on Monday, November 17th in support of the 12th annual Greater Emporia Area Match Day event. Proceeds from the day benefit thirty-five local nonprofits.
“Charitable giving is a personal decision, and we encourage donors to generously support the causes that are most meaningful to them”, said Linda Kehres-Schmidt, Executive Director of the Emporia Community Foundation. “Every gift counts and any amount is greatly appreciated.”
Donations are already coming into the office, as the Foundation provides various ways in which donors can give, such as cash, check, RMD’s and even through the gift of grain or livestock. Online donations, however, are not accepted until midnight on Monday, November 17th and can be done so through the website emporiamatchday.com.
On Monday, individuals are invited to stop by the Foundation office at 527 Commercial Street, Ste. B to drop off their donation. The drive through will also be open on the west side of the building for an even more convenient way to give.
Match Day allows donors to make a greater impact through the match money that is available on that day. The matching pool for this year’s event consists of $170,000 in funding thanks to the generosity of the following donors: Clint Bowyer’s 79 Fund; Curtis McCreary Legacy Fund; ECF Fund for the Future;
Emporia Lodge No. 12 A.F. & A.M.; Gilpin Family Fund; Jane & Bernard Reeble Endowed Fund; Patterson Family Foundation; Preston Family Trust; Merry & Charles Rayl; Trusler Foundation; The Waddell Family Charitable Fund; and WS & EC Jones Testamentary Trust, Bank of America, N.A. Trustee.
Since inception in 2013 Match Day has led to almost $3.10 million being disbursed to nearly 60 non-profits in Lyon and surrounding counties.
To learn more visit emporiamatchday.com or call (620) 342-9304. If you are interested in being an event and prize sponsor reach out to Linda at [email protected].

11/06/2025

Mountain Oyster Supper in Lebo Saturday, November 8!!

10/30/2025

The Emporia American Legion Auxiliary will be hosting a Craft Fair at the legion on December 6 from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. They are looking for prospective craft vendors for their event. You can have one table for $25, or two tables. To reserve your space, contact Marcella McGuire at 620-340-2978.

10/28/2025

Medicare Part D help for Spanish speakers only on November 5 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Walk-in service available, no appointment needed. See details below.

10/09/2025

09/17/2025

NLC Youth Association (NLCYA) Community Breakfast will be held Saturday, September 20, 7-10 a.m., NLC Community Center, 108 E 7th Street, Allen.
Menu includes sausage, bacon, biscuits & gravy, eggs, fried potatoes, breakfast burritos, cinnamon rolls, coffee/juice. Cost is $10/person. Dine in or carry out. Proceeds support operational needs of the non-profit community center and child development center facilities.

08/12/2025

We had the wrong number when this was published in today's issue. The correct number is below to make your reservation.
The Neosho Rapids Seniors Group will have a free luncheon on Monday, August 18, noon, at the Neosho Rapids Community Center. Dr. Lloyd will present a program about Heart Health. Call 620-342-0358 to make your reservation by August 13.

08/11/2025

Government commodity food boxes for low-income families and individuals residing in Lyon County will be distributed curbside on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. or until all have been distributed.
Please line up in front of 209 W. 4th Ave. facing east.
Please provide a photo ID, family name, number in the household, and address (Lyon County).
A new proxy form, as of January 2025, is available and is required to be on file or in hand to pick up for anyone outside the household. These can be picked up at the office, Monday- Friday 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.
To be eligible for Commodities, your household’s total income must not exceed the guideline below:
Household Size and Total Monthly Income
1 $2,322
2 $3,152
3 $3,981
4 $4,810
5 $5,640
6 $6,469
7 $7,299
8 $8,128
For each additional, add:+$830
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

08/07/2025

The Neosho Rapids Seniors Group will have a free luncheon on Monday, August 18, noon, at the Neosho Rapids Community Center. Dr. Lloyd will present a program about Heart Health. Call 620-342-0348 to make your reservation by August 13.

08/05/2025

For unknown reasons, the Flint Hills Shopper didn't get sent to the area post offices this morning from the Emporia Post Office. They will be sent out tomorrow. We are sorry for the inconvenience. You can view the Shopper online at https://issuu.com/emporiagazette/docs/shopper.

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07/22/2025

The Morgan Wilkie Fund, a component fund with the Emporia Community Foundation (ECF) was created by Clara Wilkie Sharpe in memory of her parents and late husband to help provide care for elderly residents, women and children in Emporia and across Lyon County.
Although Clara died in 1951, her legacy lives on through the grants provided from the Emporia Community Foundation. The grant committee recently met and funded three local agencies.
A grant award of $2,500 to K-State Research and Extension Lyon County provides Medicare Education Sessions which will be scheduled during the Medicare Open Enrollment period to ensure information is timely and relevant for participants making coverage decisions.
Kansas Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lyon County received $1,500 which will assist with matching youth with caring, positive adult volunteers in a one-to-one mentoring relationship.
The Baby Closet of Emporia Foundation will apply their $1,750 grant toward the purchase of life essentials, improving the quality of life for infants through 5 years of age.
Linda Kehres-Schmidt, ECF Executive Director, emphasized the importance of legacy gifts, stating, “Clara believed in the community and wanted to honor her loved ones in a meaningful way ensuring their legacy lives on forever. A legacy gift supports a cause for years to come, giving back to the community over and over again.”
For more information about the Morgan Wilke Fund or other grant opportunities, go to https://www.emporiacf.org. or call (620) 342-9304.