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Part of I-70 to shut down in Topeka for road work
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Kansas transportation authorities will be closing westbound I-70 completely this weekend for pavement patching work. Kate Craft with the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) said in a press release that work crews will be closing westbound I-70 from 10th Avenue to Topeka Boulevard from 11 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 27 through to […]
‘We will have turkey legs’: Topeka Renaissance Festival set for summer 2025
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Fairies, pirates, vikings and more will be visiting the Capital City next summer for the Topeka Renaissance Festival. Angela Kearney is one of the organizers for this upcoming event in Topeka that will be in the same spirit as other renaissance celebrations around the country. She said the Topeka fair will mostly […]
Topeka runs busiest fire engine in Kansas
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Firefighters with Topeka’s Fire Engine #7 responded to more calls than any other unit in Kansas last year, according to Firehouse Magazine’s Run Survey. Topeka’s Engine 7 made 3,792 runs alone in 2023, according to Firehouse Magazine. The Topeka Fire Department (TFD) overall responded to a record number of calls last year. […]
Haunted house, demo derby and chicken wings among upcoming fun at Topeka venue
If you're looking for plans for your next family outing, these events might be something to consider. Stormont Vail Events Center, 1 Expocentre Drive. has several events lined up over the coming months for families to attend. From haunted houses to wing-eating contests, there's something for all. ...
City of Topeka offers free computers to local residents
TOPEKA (KSNT) – City officials are giving away free computers to local residents in and around Topeka as part of a digital equity initiative. Taylor Bugg with the City of Topeka said in a press release that qualifying Topeka and Shawnee County residents between the ages of 18 and 59 can sign up for TSC […]
Gov. Kelly honors 6,500 fallen Kansas service members
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Governor Laura Kelly is honoring more than 6,500 fallen Kansas service members and their families at the third annual Kansas Gold Star Remembrance and Recognition Ceremony at the Statehouse on Thursday. The Kansas Gold Star Remembrance and Recognition Ceremony was first held after the signing of Senate Bill 330 in 2022. The […]
Topeka receives zero Hotel Topeka brokerage proposals
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Earlier this month, 27 News found the City of Topeka was seeking brokerage services to help with the sale of Hotel Topeka. The city received no proposals. In the regular monthly mayor and city manager press conference, City Manager Robert Perez said the city’s solicitation for brokerage services turned up no results. […]
Topeka leaders to vote on homeless camp crackdown
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Capital city leaders are set to vote on changes to the city’s camping ordinance that would expand restrictions on where camping is permitted. A proposal brought by councilmembers Christina Valdivia-Alcala and Neil Dobler would prohibit camps within 500 feet of any public infrastructure. The current limit is 300 feet. The suggested changes […]
10th annual Topeka Meals for Mental Health starting next month
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Pam Evans with the Family Service and Guidance Center of Topeka joined the 27 News morning show to discuss the 10th Annual Meals for Mental Health being held next month at Texas Roadhouse. Evans spoke about the fundraiser and the impact it made on the community over the past decade. You can […]
Kansas crews to close highway ramps overnight in Topeka
TOPEKA (KSNT) – The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) is announcing several ramp closures in Topeka on Wednesday. KDOT announced multiple temporary ramp closures to take place starting Wednesday night and running into Thursday morning on I-70 and U.S. 75. Drivers traveling through the area should plan for the following ramp closures: 6 p.m. on […]
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