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New Topeka Chick-fil-A nears opening, looks to hire 80 workers
TOPEKA (KSNT) – A new Chick-fil-A location in south Topeka is looking to hire 80 people ahead of its expected opening this fall. A Chick-fil-A spokesperson issued a press release Tuesday, Aug. 20 on the new location at 3231 SW Topeka Boulevard. This restaurant will be run by Owner-Operator Justin Lamison who is looking to […]
Block party and vendor market kicks-off as students return to Emporia
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Jess Buchholz and Casey Woods with the Emporia Main Street join the 27 News Morning crew ahead of two events making their way to Emporia. Up first is the Welcome Back Student Block Party in downtown Emporia taking place on Monday Aug. 19 from 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. in the evening. Down […]
Walk with a Doc was all about reconstructive surgery
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Dozens joined together to get in some exercise and learn about reconstructive surgery at Saturday morning’s walk with a doc. Most people think of beautification and cosmetic procedures when discussing plastic surgery. While that is part of it and equally as important, Dr. Dana Balderamma...
Celebrate World Orangutan Day at the Topeka Zoo
The Topeka Zoo is excited to announce its participation in World Orangutan Day on Saturday, August 17th, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. This global event is dedicated to raising awareness about orangutan conservation and celebrating these incredible creatures worldwide. Orangutans, one of the most iconic and critically endangered species...
Topeka man honored as recipient of Art Enhancer Award
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The Kansas Art Education Association (KAEA) has selected Stephen Smith, owner of the Stephen Smith Gallery, to receive the 2024-25 Art Enhancer Award. Smith, a Topeka native, was nominated by Washburn Rural art teacher Brad LeDuc for this award in appreciation for his dedicated support of art education in Kansas.
Country star Chris Janson set for live Topeka show
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Country music star Chris Janson is due to perform live in Topeka later this year at the Topeka Performing Arts Center (TPAC). Shawn Brian, marketing coordinator at TPAC, issued a press release Monday, Aug. 20 stating that Janson’s performance will be at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 1. Ticket prices range from […]
Oakland Pool Opens To Public, Ribbon Cutting Scheduled For August 24
After months of hard work, Shawnee County Parks + Recreation is excited to announce that Oakland Pool will be open to the public. On Saturday, August 24, a ribbon cutting ceremony will take place, followed by the grand opening of Oakland Pool to the residents of Shawnee County. This will take place at 801 NE Poplar, next to the Oakland Community Center.
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