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Topeka city council urges tax entities to keep rates low
TOPEKA (KSNT) – The Topeka City Council unanimously passed a resolution to urge all local tax entities to keep property tax rates as low as possible for homeowners and renters. The resolution was brought by District 8 City Councilman Spencer Duncan last month after the council chose to ignore a tax petition brought by Earl […]
GIS Team receives Special Achievement in GIS Award
The Geographic Information System (GIS) team at the City of Lawrence has been honored with a Special Achievement in GIS Award from the ESRI organization. This prestigious award was presented to the team during the ESRI User Conference held in San Diego, Calif. from July 15-19, 2024. The award recognizes the team’s innovative use of GIS technology to enhance city operations and improve community services.
Residents evacuated, officer injured after fire at Kan. senior living center
DOUGLAS COUNTY— One firefighter was injured and residents evacuated following a fire in Lawrence. Just after noon Monday, crews responded to a fire at Brandon Woods senior living residence, 1501 Inverness Drive in Lawrence, according to a media release from Lawrence-Douglas County Fire Medical. Multiple reports of heavy smoke...
Derby: Conservation efforts paying off in drought response
DERBY, Kan. (KWCH) - In the first two weeks of mandator water restrictions, the City of Derby is among Wichita-area communities reporting a significant water usage reduction. The City of Derby reports a 44% reduction in water usage already. Early this month, the City of Wichita announced that it was...
Powerhouse Speakers Take The Stage, Provide Actionable Insight At The Elevation Network’s Sold-Out 2024 Rise & Thrive Conference
The Elevation Network, a Topeka-based small business focused on coaching and empowering women, is proud to announce the successful execution of its third-annual Rise & Thrive Conference, an in-person experience designed for women looking to take their lives and businesses to the next level. The 2024 Rise & Thrive Conference unfolded over the course of two days, featuring speakers and panelists who covered topics related to how women evolve as entrepreneurs and step into their callings with confidence.
Announcing the 2024 Women In Business Conference Speakers
Speakers at the highly anticipated 2024 Kansas Women In Business Conference will present expert insight to help women thrive and grow their careers at this year's event, the Kansas Chamber announced Tuesday. Presented by Go Topeka, this year’s theme, “Optimize. Ignite. Empower.,” will deliver an inspiring and transformative experience for...
Southwick House announces grants from Clint Bowyer 79 Fund, Morgan Wilkie Trust
Southwick House leadership is celebrating two notable grants as it moves towards serving women and families in crisis situations. Southwick House has announced nearly $27,000 in combined grant funding from the Clint Bowyer 79 Fund and the Morgan Wilkie Trust. Southwick House Director Susan Brinkman:. The 79 Fund donated $25,000...
Court proceedings advance for defendants in June stabbing incident
One of two defendants in an Emporia stabbing case is now set for a plea hearing this upcoming fall. Gary Grana had a pretrial and arraignment hearing Monday. He’s accused of misdemeanor battery and disorderly conduct after an alleged incident June 1. Co-defendant Raena Grana faces single counts of...
Car stolen with child inside, two Topekans arrested
Update 9:36 p.m.: Topeka police have arrested two Topekans involved in an aggravated battery Tuesday morning. Before 4:15 a.m., officers with the Topeka Police Department (TPD) responded to a reported aggravated robbery of a stolen vehicle near Southwest 29th Street and Macvicar Avenue. Once TPD arrived on the scene, it was reported that the vehicle […]
Is HomeGoods opening along Topeka's Wanamaker Road? Here's what we know.
A new home furnishing store could be making its way to the capital city. A city of Topeka building interior alteration permit was issued Aug. 10 to HomeGoods, a chain of home furnishing stores at Wanamaker Square, 1900 S.W. Wanamaker Road. The permit said the contractor for the project will be Innovative Construction...
Wichita rescue receives $50k to help provide vet care for Hilltop community
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - The Wichita Animal Action League is celebrating after being awarded a $50,000 grant to support pet owners in the Hilltop neighborhood. This grant is part of the PetSmart Charities Incubator grant program, which provides funds to animal rescues to increase resources in underserved areas, many of which lack access to community support, including veterinary services.
Motorcycle crash near Hedville and Satanta Roads under investigation
A motorcyclist was injured in a crash near the intersection of Hedville and Satanta Roads in rural Saline County on Sunday afternoon. According to Saline County Sheriff Roger Soldan, the crash happened around 12:45 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 18. "The motorcycle was going west on Satanta and turned south onto...
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