Michelle, Margeson, Ignite Emporia Director What’s happening with childcare in Emporia? We’re glad you asked. Ignite Emporia, an initiative of the Emporia Chamber of Commerce, closed on the former Maynard school building on Friday, December 15, 2023. The facility will house the newly created Little Lyons Childcare, opening later this year. A board of directors is being assembled for Little Lyons Childcare, LLC, and will be announced when all positions are filled. The Director position will also soon be posted, as well. Little Lyons Childcare will move forward under five plan phases: Three infant toddler rooms for traditional daycare (and [...]