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This Topeka-based charity is answering call of LGBTQIA members who need housing
Topeka is getting another shelter house, and it will be for unhoused LGBTQIA members. Founder and president of Planting Peace — a Topeka-based charity that owns the Equality House — Aaron Jackson has been working on creating a shelter house for young adults in the Topeka LGBTQIA community. "This is a project I’ve been...
Larry’s Shortstop in Topeka closes
TOPEKA (KSNT) – A longtime Topeka staple shut its doors for the last time on Tuesday. Larry’s Shortstop, which has been located on Topeka Boulevard for nearly 40 years, is officially closed as of 2 p.m. on July 30. They were known for their great cheeseburgers and breakfast options. 27 News spoke to some employees […]
Topeka budget for 2025 shows increases due to inflation, wage increases
TOPEKA (KSNT) – City leadership is releasing the budget proposal for next year on Tuesday. City of Topeka spokesman Daniel Garrett issued a press release on July 30 regarding the proposed operating budget for fiscal year 2025. The plan comes courtesy of the city’s Department of Administrative and Financial Services. In total, the city budget […]
Phillips County Health Systems lab director receives Kansas Hospital Association award
The Kansas Hospital Association's Heart of Health Care Worker Award highlights hospital employees who have made a significant contribution to the betterment of their hospital. These individuals are nominated for this award because they routinely go above and beyond the call of duty. Becky Levin, laboratory director at Phillips County...
Washburn University to hold special enrollment event this Saturday for fall semester
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Washburn University will hold a special enrollment event this weekend for the Fall 2024 semester. The event will take place from, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, in the Morgan Hall Welcome Center, near S.W. 17th Street and College Avenue. Those attending the event...
Remote Fuel Site Controller Allows for Stronger, More Secure Site Management
Dover Fueling Solutions, recently launched its PetroVend Synergy Fuel Site Controller, or PetroVend Synergy FSC. The singular platform is aimed at supporting commercial fleet operations with onsite fueling. Consolidating to a Streamlined System. PetroVend Synergy FSC consolidates multiple functionalities, including advanced Proprietary Card File (PCF) capabilities, into a streamlined package.
The journey from teaching art to children to promoting the NOTO Arts District
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Our July 2024 honoree went from helping young kids appreciate art as an early child care provider, to promoting an arts and entertainment district as NOTO’s Program and Communications Coordinator. Staci Ogle grew up in south Topeka and has lived in the Capital City her entire life. Before graduating from Washburn Rural […]
32 DAYS TO 2024 KICKOFF: Desmond Purnell
Desmond Purnell (b. Jan. 29, 2001) is a speedy, two-star defensive back-turned-linebacker from Hayden High School in Topeka who is majoring in athletic training and rehab sciences. He redshirted in 2021 as a defensive back and made the transition to linebacker prior to 2022, entering the season as the primary...
Topeka Police Department members to see 17% raises next year, and more to follow
Action from the Topeka City Council will increase salaries in the Topeka Police Department by 17% next year and 5% in each of the two following years. Council members on Tuesday debated the the amount of the increase but appeared swayed by data from the interim police chief showing Topeka has fallen behind its peers in beginning salaries. ...
WATCH: One-on-One with Melissa Etheridge
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Yes, THAT Melissa Etheridge!. The Leavenworth, Kan. native shares about her new docu-series and music recorded at Topeka Correctional Facility. The conversation touches on trauma, second chances, lessons learned, and finding joy. Missed the livestream? Watch HERE.
Kansas Highway Patrol inspects school buses to prep for first day of school
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Kansas Highway Patrol troopers were inspecting school buses Tuesday to prepare for the first day of school. In July and August, KHP troopers partner with school districts across Kansas to check all school buses and ensure they are in proper working condition to transport students to and from school.
Animal hospital workers rush to help crash victims in Topeka
TOPEKA (KSNT) – 27 News is following up on a deadly motorcycle crash that occurred over the weekend. The crash occurred on Saturday, July 27, at SW 10th Avenue and Fairlawn Road. The motorcycle riders that died in the crash have been identified by the Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office as Noah T. Lawler, 19, and […]
Pair of water main breaks reported Tuesday morning in south Topeka
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A couple of water main breaks were reported Tuesday morning in south Topeka. City officials early Tuesday said one of the break occurred in the vicinity of Interstate 470 and S.W. Burlingame Road. Crews were on the scene as of 7:16 a.m. Tuesday making repairs. Residents...
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