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New Topeka pool could open soon as summer comes to a close
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Topekans may soon be able to beat the heat at a brand-new pool in the Oakland neighborhood. KSNT 27 News checked in with Shawnee County Parks and Recreation (SCP+R) on Friday, July 26 to learn more about the progress being made at the city’s newest $4 million aquatic center. Sean Zears, an […]
Senate Luxury Suites in Topeka condemned, doors shuttered
TOPEKA (KSNT) – The Senate Luxury Suites hotel in downtown Topeka is shuttered after the city condemned the property on July 24. City of Topeka spokeswoman Rosie Nichols said the building was vacant but the city received multiple complaints of activity at the location. City Property Maintenance Unit (PMU) inspectors received a complaint on July […]
Here’s the lineup for the 2024 Douglas County Fair
The 2024 Douglas County Fair is getting underway, with the carnival, demolition derby and more set to return to Lawrence next week. Events will be at the Douglas County Fairgrounds, 2120 Harper St. in Lawrence. This weekend, the Open Horse Show is set to begin at 9 a.m. Saturday, July...
'Her actions spoke volumes': Topeka's 1st Black Deputy Mayor Betty Dunn dies at 81
Betty Dunn, Topeka's first Black deputy mayor, died Friday at her home in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, confirmed her oldest son, Donald Dunn. She was 81. Dunn served as a city councilwoman representing southeast Topeka's District 4 from 1995 to 2003 and was deputy mayor from 2001 to 2003. She also was former president of...
All-Kansas beer hits local shelves
HOLTON (KSNT) – A few Kansans are using a new beer law to support each others’ businesses. Thanks to a new Kansas law allowing microbreweries to sell directly to other businesses, Holton’s Willcott Brewing will start distributing to public vendors across northeast Kansas. Willcott brewing makes beer with all locally-sourced ingredients, and it’s hitting shelves […]
These are the candidates on the ballot in Topeka for August primary election
Early voting is already underway in Shawnee County for the Aug. 6 primary election. Whether you are advance voting in-person, voting early by mail or going in-person on Election Day, here's what is on the ballot. Kansas' 2nd Congressional District ...
Experts notice influx of mosquitoes in Kansas amid wet and humid weather
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Kansas is getting more rain and hotter temperatures than recent years, and some are noticing a rise in mosquitoes as a result. Shawnee County received just over five inches of rain last month, according to the state climatologist. This is the county’s highest total since 2019. Terry Fritz is the owner of […]
Biden addresses U.S. for the first time since dropping out of the race
TOPEKA (KSNT) – President Joe Biden is addressing the United States for the first time since announcing he is dropping out of the presidential race in November. Wednesday, July 24, Biden is speaking to Americans for the first time since announcing he will not seek reelection in 2024. Biden announced on social media on Sunday, […]
'We have a housing shortage': Topeka wages are static as rentals costs rise
With the price of housing increasing at rates faster than wages can keep up, Topeka continues to face a city-wide affordable housing shortage. The Topeka Citywide Housing Market Study, published in July 2020, was conducted to find long-term solutions to the city’s lack of affordable housing. Four years later, Topeka still struggles to provide appropriate and affordable options for low-and-moderate income households. ...
Topeka Public Schools racing to fill jobs before the school year
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Topeka Public Schools is still hiring for dozens support staff jobs, with less than a month before the students first day. The district told 27 News that there are specific jobs they are having a hard time filling and these jobs come from outside the classroom “One of the big needs that […]
‘Angry voters’: Kansas election director on Postal Service crush
KANSAS (KSNT) – Kansas Election Director Bryan Caskey shared concerns over the U.S. Postal Service being able to handle the upcoming crush of mail-in ballots. According to a report from The Associated Press, election directors from across the country voiced concerns over the possibility of ballots not being delivered in time to be counted in […]
Lawrence Community Shelter board concerned about 2025 funding; city looking to limit services to locals
Lawrence Community Shelter board members shared concerns Thursday that the emergency shelter’s funding — which could rely upon voters approving a sales tax increase — could be in jeopardy. Meanwhile, the City of Lawrence is working on policies to limit homelessness services to people who have ties...
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