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Manhattan commissioners weigh dissolving joint urban planning board, replace with city-only board

Manhattan city commissioners appear poised to dissolve the Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board and replacing it with a city-appointed planning board that could also serve as the city’s board of zoning appeals. The proposal, presented by Manhattan planning and development director Stephanie Peterson and Riley County planning director Amanda...

Manhattan, KS · 3d

KSNT News

Kansas Board of Education replacing five of its members after November general election

TOPEKA (KSNT) — Four new Republicans and one new Democrat will be joining the Kansas Board of Education in 2027, and they’re sharing more about their goals for K-12 Monday. Kansas voters cast their ballots during the 2026 general election on Nov. 3. On the ballot were races such as the governor’s seat, an open […]

Kansas · 5d

WIBW

Crews respond to house fire early Wednesday in East Topeka

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Crews were on the scene of a house fire early Wednesday in East Topeka. The blaze was reported around 6:32 a.m. Wednesday at a residence in the 700 block of S.E. Chandler. First-responders reported flames and smoke at the house. Several cats were reported to be...

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SLI Festival of Trees starts soon in Topeka, here’s what it includes

A Topeka holiday tradition is coming back later this month at the Fairlawn Plaza Shopping Center.

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Hy-Vee hosts 27th annual Veterans Day breakfast in Topeka

Veterans Day celebrations kicked off bright and early Wednesday morning, as veterans and their families were treated to a free breakfast at a local grocery store.

Topeka, KS · 3d

KSNT News

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Veterans honored at Mt. Calvary cemetery in Topeka

Veterans and others attended a Veterans Day ceremony at Mt. Calvary Cemetery in west Topeka Wednesday.

Topeka, KS · 3d

Hutch Post

Kansas GOP legislative leaders accuse governor of misconduct in Walk of Honor selections

TOPEKA — The Republican House speaker and Senate majority leader Friday accused Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly of breaking Kansas law by personally selecting a group of people honored with bronze plaques at the Capitol. Kelly, who completes her second term as governor in January, celebrated Oct. 29 the addition...

Kansas · 6d

WIBW

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Culvert project to close portion of road in southwest Shawnee County

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A culvert project is set to close a portion of a southwest Shawnee County road later this week, officials announced Tuesday morning. The project is scheduled to begin Thursday, Nov. 12, and be completed by 3 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, in the 6100 block of S.W. Hodges Road.

Shawnee County, KS · 5d

The Topeka Capital-Journal

It's Your Business has Goodell, Stratton, Edmonds & Palmer

Honors Goodell, Stratton, Edmonds & Palmer LLP received the following rankings in the 2027 edition of Best Law Firms: Regional Tier 1 (Topeka) Employment Law – Individuals; Employment Law – Management; Health Care Law; Litigation – Labor & Employment, Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants; Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants; Regional Tier 2 (Topeka) Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships); Litigation – Insurance; Product Liability Litigation – Defendants; Regional Tier 3 (Topeka) Litigation – Trusts & Estates; Tax Law; Trusts and Estates. Topeka-area hirings, promotions, retirements and other announcements can be emailed to iyb@cjonline.com . This article originally appeared on Topeka Capital-Journal: It's Your Business has Goodell, Stratton, Edmonds & Palmer

Topeka, KS · 6d

KVOE

Lyon County submits election audit

Lyon County finished its election audit Monday afternoon and sent the results to the Kansas Secretary of State’s office for approval. Election officer Amie Jones said all the original numbers from election night matched the election audit, which means she and her staff are just waiting for the Secretary of State’s confirmation so they can move forward with the canvass on Thursday.

Lyon County, KS · 5d

WIBW

Kansas veterans, civilian peers honored at Military Relations Council luncheon

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A group of Kansas veterans and their civilian peers were honored Tuesday for service above and beyond to the military and the nation, one day before Veterans Day. Military Relations Council hosts event. Curtis Sneden, chairman of the Military Relations Council (MRC) organized the event to...

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Little Apple Post

JC, Manhattan Host Veterans' Day Remembrance Events Wednesday

Recognitions through the area this Veterans Day are set, with the Geary County Veterans Alliance hosting a special program at the C.L. Hoover Opera House starting at eleven. Junction City High Principal Gennifer "G.G." Booth will be among those speaking at the event, which will include Presentation of the Colors by the Junction City Police Honor Guard.

Manhattan, KS · 4d

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Kansas City’s deal with state gives mayor a seat on sports authority

TOPEKA — Details of an agreement to end a lawsuit affecting the Kansas City Chiefs stadium development were revealed Monday. The agreement between the Unified Government of Wyandotte and Kansas City and the state of Kansas outlines boundaries of the STAR bond district, determines the local sales tax pledge area and allows for the appointment of Christal Watson, Kansas City, Kansas, mayor, to the Kansas Sports Facilities Authority that will govern the development.

Kansas City, KS · 4d

Emporia gazette.com

Big trolls, giant plans: Emporia backs Dambo project

Emporia city commissioners approved a four-year, $125,000 tourism funding commitment Wednesday toward a project that would bring two giant wooden troll sculptures by Danish artist Thomas Dambo to the community. Lucas Moody and Aaron Larson presented an update on Reclaiming Giants during the commission’s study session, outlining the estimated $1...

Emporia, KS · 6d

KVOE

City of Emporia points to significant rain event in September as chief cause of recent boil advisories in North Lyon County

The three-week-plus boil water advisory that was just recently rescinded for the City of Admire was not related to the city’s own water system, according to Mayor Ron Smith. In an interview with KVOE News, shortly after the advisory was rescinded late Tuesday morning, Smith stated the cause of the loss in chlorine residuals, which led to the advisory’s issuance on October 14th was reportedly related to an issue at the Emporia water treatment plant.

Emporia, KS · 5d

WIBW

Gage Park Improvement Authority discusses potential future projects

The Gage Park Improvement Authority (GPIA) is researching several future projects that could improve the park.

Topeka, KS · 5d

KSNT News

Topeka Community Thanksgiving dinner organizers seek donations ahead of holiday

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Organizers of Topeka’s Community Thanksgiving Dinner are asking the community for food and monetary donations as they prepare for the annual holiday meal. The dinner is in its 59th year and typically serves about 2,700 meals, according to Beth Kensinger, president and kitchen coordinator. Kensinger said monetary donations help cover the cost […]

Topeka, KS · 5d

KSNT News

Topeka’s Sunflower Veterans Parade honors those who served

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Veterans, students and community groups gathered in downtown Topeka Saturday morning for the annual Sunflower Veterans Parade, an event organizers say continues to grow more than a decade after it began. The parade featured a variety of participants, including school bands, ROTC programs, Cub Scouts and veterans’ organizations. The event gave people […]

Topeka, KS · 7d

Emporia gazette.com

Lyon County residents voice concerns over data centers at BESS meeting

Lyon County residents raised concerns about water use, noise and long-term community benefits during a Nov. 5 informational meeting on potential county regulations for data centers and battery energy storage systems. Lyon County Planning, Zoning, Floodplain Management Director Sam Seeley answered questions and calmed concerns about the rise of the...

Lyon County, KS · 6d

KSNT News

Topeka West High School honors former students who made the ultimate sacrifice

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Topeka West High School students of all grades gathered to perform and show off their hard work and training within the JROTC program in front of veterans Tuesday morning. The event on Nov. 10 included the JROTC armed regulation team and a candle-lit ceremony. Arianna Bell, a senior at Topeka West High […]