News & Press Releases
Bilingual entrepreneurship program from Herr. ERA Enterprise culminates in a public graduation and live business exhibition EMPORIA, KS — Herr. ERA Enterprise LLC today announced that enrollment is open for the Emporia cohort of Su Negocio Academy, a bilingual entrepreneurship training program built to help local business owners start, grow, and move forward with confidence.…
Emporia Christmas Parade Moves to Saturday, December 5, Launching Expanded Week of Holiday Celebration 2026 parade will celebrate “250 Years Under the Christmas Tree,” honor Parade Marshal Ed Rathke and be joined by a new Community Christmas Tree tradition EMPORIA, Kan. – A longtime Emporia holiday tradition is getting a new day and an expanded celebration…
Emporia, Kansas — The Emporia Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that Mike Law has accepted a two-year commitment to serve as President and Chief Executive Officer, bringing seasoned leadership, extensive community relationships, and a lifelong passion for advancing business and community success in Emporia and the surrounding region. A native of Emporia…
In 2026, Sauder Custom Fabrication, Inc. proudly celebrates an extraordinary milestone—100 years of manufacturing and service. For a century, our company has been dedicated to producing high-quality steel pressure vessels and custom-fabricated equipment while building lasting relationships with customers, employees, suppliers, and our community. Since our founding in 1926, Sauder Custom Fabrication has grown through…
For Immediate Release September 9, 2026 Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Diagnostic Clinic of Kansas Celebrates 25 Years of Service on National Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Awareness Day Emporia, KS — The Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Diagnostic Clinic of Kansas, located in Emporia KS, is proud to celebrate its 25th anniversary on September 9, coinciding with National Fetal Alcohol…
The Emporia Area Chamber of Commerce Government Matters Committee and the League of Women Voters will be hosting two candidate forums for the upcoming general election. Both Forums will be held at the Flint Hills Technical College, 3301 W. 18th Ave., Emporia beginning at 6 p.m. On Tuesday, October 1, the Candidate Forum for Lyon County…
Emporia, KS – Little Lyons Childcare is thrilled to announce its grand opening, set for Tuesday, September 3rd, 2024. The much-anticipated childcare center is excited to begin serving the community with exceptional childcare services. To celebrate this milestone, Little Lyons Childcare will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, August 27th, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. The…
Plans are being made for the 37th Class of Leadership Emporia Academy. Applications are now available online at https://emporiakschamber.org/leadership-emporia/ and at the Trusler Business Center, 719 Commercial. If you would like to nominate a candidate for the class, call the Chamber office with their name and address and request that an application be sent to…
The Emporia Area Chamber of Commerce Government Matters Committee along with the League of Women Voters will host their second Legislative Dialogue for this session on Saturday, March 16, in the conference rooms at Flint Hills Technical College, 3301 W. 18th Ave. Coffee will be available at 8 a.m. with the Dialogue beginning at 8:30…
The Emporia Area Chamber of Commerce Government Matters Committee along with the League of Women Voters will host their first Legislative Dialogue for this session on Saturday, February 17, in the conference rooms at Flint Hills Technical College, 3301 W. 18th Ave. Coffee will be available at 8 a.m. with the Dialogue beginning at 8:30…