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Shawnee County offers new incentive for snow plow drivers
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Shawnee County is trying to make it easier to find snowplow drivers for the winter months. Snowplow drivers are getting a boost from Shawnee County with an offer of some financial incentives while they apply for their licenses. A major hurdle for these drivers is obtaining a commercial driver’s license (CDL). “We […]
Haunted houses, ghost tours around Topeka you can visit before Halloween
TOPEKA (KSNT) – It is officially spooky season in Topeka and that means paranormal tours, haunted houses and a cemetery séance in the days leading up to Halloween. People looking for entertainment and frights this month won’t have to look far. Multiple Halloween-inspired events are open or due to open in and around the Capital […]
I-70 ramp closures scheduled for Topeka
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Three ramp closures are planned for I-70 in Topeka this week while crews perform resurfacing work. The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) is telling motorists to plan ahead for the closures that are scheduled to take place overnight from the 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. hours. KDOT said the work may be […]
City of Topeka lists properties for sale through Land Bank
TOPEKA (KSNT) – A Topeka City Council member says the city has several properties available for sale this week. Councilmember Spencer Duncan shared on social media on Oct. 2 that the City of Topeka Land Bank Board of Trustees has several lots available to those interested in purchasing or developing. The city has six properties […]
Opinion: These steps could ensure all eligible Shawnee County residents can vote
Voting is a right for all US citizens. Although Election Day should be a national holiday, it is not. As such, voting in local, state, and federal elections across the United States, including Shawnee County, requires election offices expanding voter access to ensure voting rights. ...
When you can see Topeka's most historical buildings at upcoming fundraiser
The Shawnee County Historical Society on Sunday, Oct. 13, will offer a chance to tour four major buildings/lofts in downtown Topeka. The organization's annual Historic Homes Tour fundraiser that day will conclude with a presentation about downtown Topeka in the Governor's Row House at 811 S.W. Buchanan. ...
Silver Lake trail planners host meeting after confusion spreads on social media
More youths may be walking or biking to school in Silver Lake soon after the Silver Lake Trail Planning Committee completed a master plan for trails throughout the community. A meeting on Wednesday allowed people to share their preferences for trails to school. ...
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