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Guildford Gage honored at the Inaugural Gage Park Founders Fest
TOPEKA (KSNT) – The inaugural Gage Park Founders Fest took place Saturday, August 31. Hosted by Shawnee County Parks and Rec, the event offered free train and carousel rides and more. In honor of Guildford Gage, the day was all about giving back, just like Mr. Gage who donated all the land to make the […]
Topeka’s CIVIC brings community together to fight violence
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A group in Topeka hopes to combat the epidemic of violence that challenges our community. CIVIC, or the Community Inspired Violence Intervention Coalition, is a community-based collective, addressing the systems causing homicides and gun violence in Shawnee County. This team of organizations and community members formed after a record-breaking year of violence in 2023.
The Year of the Jayhawk! KU Move In Day
A new year always brings excitement and unknowns each year. This year, I moved my son into KU dorms and witnessed the usual KU buzz. You had dads doing dad things, putting together Ikea classics in hallways, and moms trying to control where things go in their kids' rooms. This isn't the time to control what happens. The next four years will help shape their future, and you trust what you have taught and what they have learned along the way will help carry them to those next stages of life. The future is bright, and you control what your next steps look like.
Local podcaster recognizes community leaders in ceremony
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) -A local podcaster recognized people in the Spanish-speaking community who are making a difference in Topeka. Hilda Regalado hosts a program that provides information and connections for the Hispanic population of Topeka. Today she highlighted her guests and others making an impact by hosting a ceremony, where...
91 Years of fun at the Topeka Zoo
TOPEKA (KSNT) – The Topeka Zoo turned another year older Saturday, August 31. In celebration of turning 91 years old, the zoo offered free admission. While not required, guests were encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item to donate upon entry. All donated food will go towards Project Topeka and be distributed to all the food banks […]
Sailors from near and far spend the holiday weekend at Perry Lake for annual Commodore’s Cup Regatta
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The sun beat down on the water of Perry Lake as sailors prepared to race in the annual Commodore’s Cup Regatta. For over 40 years now, Perry Lake regulars and sailors from neighboring states have looked forward to spending the unofficial end of summer participating in the cup, hosted by the Perry Yacht Club every Labor Day weekend.
Roper Romp party brings back memories and fun to the Topeka community
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Fans of 70s sitcom show, “Three’s Company,” gathered at Louie’s Lounge Saturday, Aug. 31, for Topeka’s first roper romp party. Within the last few years, roper romp parties have become popular amongst the sitcom’s fans. Attendees come to the event dressed as Helen Roper, a character from the show, and enjoy a night of fun. Other’s also dress as the character’s husband, Stanley.
Curtis Pitts receives the 2024 Prestigious Annual Predecessors Award
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - On Saturday, Aug. 31, Curtis Pitts, local organizer and activist, was honored at this year’s Prestigious Annual Predecessors Awards in Atlanta, GA. Each year, the event honors those considered heroes within their communities. As a leader within the Topeka community, Pitts was recognized in the...
One person dead after drowning at Milford Lake in Geary County
GEARY COUNTY (KSNT) – One person is dead in Geary County after drowning at Milford Lake. According to a Facebook post from the Geary County Sheriffs office, an individual drowned at the south boat ramp of the swim beach located in the state park. They were located after being under water for 10 minutes. The […]
A clear sky tonight with another toasty day on Sunday.
Temperatures overnight falling into the upper 50s to lower 60s. Mostly clear this evening with calm winds. A quite night ahead. Sunday will feel very similar to Saturday with temperatures climbing into the middle 80s. A lot of sunshine for Sunday and winds remaining light from the northeast. Dew points for Sunday will stay low, keeping the drier air in place. A cold front moving in Sunday night will drop our temperatures to the upper 70s, lower 80s for Labor Day.
‘We’re not just loading people on a bus,’ Lawrence’s homeless solutions director says
Many questions have surfaced in the days since the city announced a new policy to prioritize Douglas County residents with homelessness services — among them, how does someone without an address prove they live here?. The City of Lawrence this week shared details of a policy that’s actually been...
No. 22 Kansas rolls over Lindenwood in season opener
KANSAS CITY (KSNT) – No. 22 Kansas football began its 2024 season with a victory on Thursday night in Kansas City. KU beat Lindenwood 48-3 in its first game at Children’s Mercy Park, where the Jayhawks will play two non-conference games while its future home in Lawrence remains under construction. The Jayhawks wasted no time […]
Party, silent disco in Lawrence to celebrate local ‘artist-adventurers’ and their open space projects
A party complete with a silent disco in Lawrence will soon celebrate seven “artist-adventurer teams” who created original works documenting adventures in Douglas County’s open lands. The Outdoors Unscripted Launch Party is set for 6:30 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7 at Cider Gallery, 810 Pennsylvania St....
Rob Wilson works as Military Affairs Council Director
Rob Wilson serves as the Military Affairs Council Director for the Junction City Area Chamber of Commerce. He noted that his goals include continuing to build relationships between the Soldiers, their families on Fort Riley and the community members. He is trying to find ways to interact with the military. "So they get to know me as a person, but they also get to understand what we're doing for the Soldiers and families."
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