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Academics, Arts, and Athletics at St. George’s Independent School
Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Luke Pruett, Head of School for St. George’s Independent School (SGIS), who shares some of his personal background and why he’s so excited to step into his new role after being part of the SGIS family and sending his three boys to the school over the last six years. St. George’s Independent School was founded in 1959 and is a city-spanning network of three campuses covering all grade levels, PK-12, with nearly 1,000 students from 50 zip codes.
Fort Riley’s Trooper Access Control Point Will Remain Closed
Trooper Access Control Point, which provides one of the access points to Junction City from Fort Riley, has been closed for construction and will remain closed for the foreseeable future. The 1st Infantry Division and Fort Riley have determined that the Trooper Access Control Point (ACP) will not reopen at...
Celebrate ‘Day of the Cowboy’ at Flint Hills Discovery Center
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - You’re invited to celebrate ‘Day of the Cowboy’ at Flint Hills Discovery Center in Manhattan. This yearly tradition features horse-drawn carriage rides, a dunk tank, wood block branding, western style photos and more. It’s Saturday July 27, 10am-3pm. All activities are included with regular admission. The first 250 children will receive a free baseball cap.
Topeka man arrested for arson in early morning fire
TOPEKA (KSNT) – A Topeka man was arrested for aggravated arson in connection to a Wednesday morning house fire in central Topeka. Just before 7 a.m. Wednesday, July 24, the Topeka Fire Department (TFD) responded to reports of a house fire in the 1300 block of Southwest Western Avenue. Crews found smoke something from the […]
Crews extinguish tire fire in Topeka’s Oakland neighborhood
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Crews extinguished a tire fire in Topeka’s Oakland neighborhood. According to Topeka Fire Department officials, crews self-dispatched just after 2 p.m. on Thursday, July 25 to a column of smoke in the 500 block of NE Sardou Ave. in Topeka, Kan. Topeka Fire Department officials...
Man charged with aggravated assault in connection to disturbance on SW Wayne Ave. in Topeka
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A man was charged with aggravated assault in connection to a disturbance on SW Wayne Ave. in Topeka, Kan. The Shawnee County District Attorney’s Office officials said they charged Dominique Lamont Desaun Smith, 32, with the following counts:. Count 1: Aggravated Assault- Deadly Weapon. Count...
For Topeka's superintendent, Brown v. Board is a reminder of the importance of parent engagement
In 1951, a group of parents led the fight against Topeka Public Schools, resulting in the landmark 1954 U.S. Supreme Court ruling, Brown v. Board of Education, which helped to outlaw racial segregation in schools. Dr. Tiffany Anderson is now the first Black superintendent in the history of Topeka Public...
Big 12 Insiders: Studying the future of the ACC from the ACC perspective
The Big 12 Insiders is a streaming show hosted by former Kansas State football player Brien "Big B" Hanley. It covers everything related to and affecting the new 16-school Big 12 Conference. In today's edition, 247Sports site publisher Tim Fitzgerald sits in for Big B and is joined by JJ Kitchen of Talking College Football with JJ Kitchen to get the ACC perspective on the turmoil within the conference and if it will lead to schools leaving.
New Topeka police chief public input sessions open next month
TOPEKA (KSNT) – The City of Topeka is inviting locals to participate in some upcoming community sessions to help determine the biggest priorities for the city in finding its next chief of police. Daniel Garrett, a City of Topeka spokesman, issued a press release Thursday, July 25 on the schedule for these public discussions. Residents […]
Wendy Damman-Bednar and Alexis Simmons on Democratic primary ballot for House District 58
Voters will have two choices in the Aug. 6 Democratic primary for House District 58. Wendy Damman-Bednar and Alexis Simmons are both running for the House seat, which represents portions of central and East Topeka. The winner is set to face Republican Michael Mathewson in the Nov. 5 general election. The Capital-Journal posed the...
NEWS REPORT - HEARTLAND MOTORSPORTS PARK SOLD
Someone has purchased Hartland Motorsports Park. The identity of the buyer remains unrevealed. However, the bid is serious enough that Heritage Brokers & Auctioneers, the auction house for Heartland Motorsports Park, closed the auction ahead of its 6 p.m. June 24 deadline. 27 News in Topeka confirmed an email sent...
Manhattan teen arrested for aggravated assault and robbery with a deadly weapon
A Manhattan teen is behind bars following a Wednesday morning arrest. 18-year-old Laynie Marie Perez was arrested at the Hilton Garden Inn around 9 a.m. and charged with aggravated assault and aggravated robbery; with both including the use of a deadly weapon. The apprehension stems from an incident that occurred...
Wamego arrest warrant scam tells victims to pay in Bitcoin
WAMEGO (KSNT) – The Wamego Police Department (WPD) took to social media to warn of a scam circulating the area claiming to be an arrest warrant for potential victims. On Thursday, July 25 the WPD shared that a victim received a call telling him there was a warrant for his arrest. The victim was sent […]
Manhattan High softball coach Connie Miller retires
Manhattan High softball coach Connie Miller has decided to retire, according to an report by the Manhattan Mercury. Following two decades in law enforcement, Miller started coaching as an assist for head coach Monty Enright through the 2017 season. Then became head coach in 2018. Under Miller, the Indians reached...
Temporary ramp closures planned for I-235 in Wichita
The Kansas Department of Transportation is planning short-term closures of ramps on Interstate 235 at the North Junction in Wichita. The closings will affect the ramp from northbound I-235 to northbound I-135 and the ramp from northbound I-235 to eastbound K-254. Crews will be working to install new sign footing...
KC comedian starts new endeavor with Johnson County food truck
Jake Triplett has made a career out of making people happy for the past several years. Between touring as a standup comedian, podcasting and creating YouTube content, he’s used to giving people a laugh. With his newest business endeavor, he’s hoping to make people smile, albeit in a different way — by handing them a fruity treat.
BOOR: Mixed grass academy at Camp Aldrich
The Kansas Grazing Lands Coalition is hosting a mixed grass academy in Barton County on August 13-15 at Camp Aldrich near Claflin. Learn more about rangeland management in a friendly setting with other ranchers, land managers, range management students and natural resource professionals. During the Mixed Grass Academy, you will...
Game wardens: Animals are 'too occupied to watch' TV left in Kansas wildlife area
FALL RIVER, Kan. (KAKE) - Kansas game wardens say a flatscreen television was left at a wildlife area and Greenwood County, and they're hoping the owner comes forward to claim it. The state Department of Wildlife and Parks said on its Game Wardens Facebook page that the TV was found...
NOTO Board of Directors makes selections for new leadership
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The NOTO Board of Directors has selected new leadership for the organization. According to NOTO officials, they have selected Pedro Concepcion to serve as the organization’s Chief Executive Officer. Officials said Concepcion is a well-established fixture in NOTO and the Topeka community, co-owner of several small businesses and has contributed to the establishment of many popular restaurants in Topeka. He has also served on the NOTO Board of Directors since 2020. Concepcion will succeed Thomas Underwood, who is retiring later this year. Concepcion will assume leadership of the organization Aug. 1. Underwood will continue to support the organization during a transitional phase.
Video: Boswell Media celebrates National Carousel Day
The staff of Boswell Media celebrated National Carousel Day Thursday by taking a ride on the Kosciusko carousel. The carousel is located in the former Ivey National building located on the south side of the square. It was built in Leavenworth, KS in 1978 by the Theel Manufacturing Company. It...
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