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Per Federal compliance requirements, local law enforcement communication channels to become encrypted effective July 8
With identity theft and cybercrime becoming a more pressing concern almost daily, local law enforcement will be making major changes to radio traffic to help safeguard personal information. According to Lyon County Emergency Communications Center Director Roxanne Van Gundy, effective July 8 all radio transmissions for local law enforcement —...
Cattle euthanized after trailer accident in Kansas
LYON COUNTY — Cattle had to be euthanized after a trailer accident just before 10a.m. Monday in northern Lyon County. A 1998 Peterbilt semi driven by Thomas Romano of New York was hauling 123 cows on U.S. 56 in Lyon County, according to Sheriff's Deputy Fernando Zuniga. Romano attempted...
Lyon County Democrats welcome candidates and constituents to recent meet and mingle event in Emporia
Following the annual Lyon County Republican Picnic Sunday, Lyon County’s Democratic Party held an informal get-together of their own Monday evening. The party welcomed several Democratic candidates to Mulready’s Pub Monday evening for a meet-and-mingle event. Lyon County Democrats Spokesperson Kelly Atherton says events such as Monday’s are terrific for voters as it provides them with a one-on-one opportunity to speak with candidates.
Animal hauling trailer overturns near Allen; part of US-56 blocked
Lyon County deputies and north Lyon County first responders are at the site of a trailer wreck. Undersheriff John Koelsch tells KVOE News the incident is near the junction of US Highway 56 and Road K. Early indications are an animal-hauling trailer tipped over. Over 120 head of cattle are involved. There is no word on any injuries to the cattle. Allen-Admire Fire is hosing down the animals and the trailer to limit any fire possibility.
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