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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...

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The Enchanted Willow set to close after 32 years in Topeka

TOPEKA (KSNT) – A local store in southwest Topeka featuring natural healing supplies and essential oils will be closing its doors later this month. Staff with the Enchanted Willow announced on social media on Nov. 6 that the store will be shutting down later this month. The store has been open for over 32 years. […]

Topeka, KS · 3d

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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 · 18h

Kansas Reflector

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

Two members of the Kansas Legislature allege Gov. Laura Kelly ignored state law by unilaterally selecting people to be added to the Capitol's Walk of Honor.

Kansas · 3d

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 · 1d

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 · 16h

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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 · 17h

WIBW

A Topeka tradition, Santa returns to Brookwood rooftop

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A Topeka tradition more than 60 years strong has returned again this year. A giant replica of a waving Santa Claus was back in his familiar place on Monday morning atop the Dillons supermarket at 2815 S.W. 29th St., located at the east end of the Brookwood Shopping Center.

Topeka, KS · 1d

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 · 16h

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 · 1d

KVOE

General election review to highlight RDA Board of Directors meeting Friday morning

The Regional Development Association of East Central Kansas will be discussing the recent election results when it convenes for its regular monthly meeting Friday morning. A review of the results of the election, specifically Emporia voters’ approval of questions 2 and 3 enacting a ban on high-impact data centers and type 2 and 3 battery energy storage systems, will lead off the monthly board of directors meeting. The RDA’s monthly meeting follows a statement from the RDA issued last week following the election in which Interim President Lyle Butler stated: “Beyond restricting data center development, this outcome signals to potential investors that Emporia is narrowing its opportunities for new investment.”

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Emporia school board to consider $8.18 million energy project financing

The Emporia USD 253 Board of Education will consider an $8.18 million financing agreement for facility energy improvements when it meets at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, at the Mary Herbert Education Center. The proposed lease-purchase agreement would help fund a $13,687,460 facility energy performance project. Under the proposed financing...

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Pratt Parents as Teachers program awarded Blue-Ribbon endorsement

TOPEKA – The Kansas Office of Early Childhood (KOEC) is proud to recognize five Kansas Parents as Teachers (PAT) programs that have earned the prestigious Blue-Ribbon Endorsement from the Parents as Teachers National Center (PATNC). The Blue-Ribbon Endorsement places these programs among the highest-performing home visiting programs in the...

Kansas · 20h

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Significant road pavement work on I-35 to begin in Emporia Monday

The Kansas Department of Transportation has a major pavement patching project in Emporia starting Monday. The project will begin at the US Highway 50 and Interstate 35 junction and proceed to the west, involving both directions of I-35 between US 50 and the Kansas Turnpike interchange. Lane closures will be in place as the project progresses, with intermittent ramp closures also taking place.

Emporia, KS · 4d

The Topeka Capital-Journal

Prairie Band’s dispute with Kansas Lottery won’t see trial before 2028

A potential trial on the disputed size of the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation’s reservation won’t happen before 2028, according to federal court records. U.S. Magistrate Judge Angel Mitchell issued a scheduling order Nov. 3 for the Prairie Band’s lawsuit against Kansas Lottery executive director Stephen Durrell. The lawsuit involves lottery sales on land, including portions of west Topeka, the Nation is laying claim to via a 1846 treaty. More: Kansas, Prairie Band differ greatly on land treaty meaning in lawsuit The pretrial conference is set for Jan. 25, 2028, and Mitchell’s order establishes other deadlines before and after the conference. A notable deadline involves motions to intervene, which are due Jan. 8. The City of Topeka has considered joining the lawsuit , and the expectation is that others may want to join as well. “The parties anticipate that municipality and county governments in the affected area — the 30-by-30-mile square that the Nation claims as its reservation — as well as perhaps others with interests in this dispute may seek to intervene in this action,” the scheduling order said. “Plaintiff intends to oppose any motions to intervene.” More: July 27 trial set in $2.25M Potawatomi suit against feds The Prairie

Topeka, KS · 4d

1350kman.com

City commission to consider dissolving planning board

Tuesday’s work session will feature consideration by Manhattan city commissioners on dissolving the current iteration of the Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board. Talks will focus on whether commissioners wish to end the 1976 interlocal agreement that created the board. City officials said Manhattan’s city boundaries growing further into Pottawatomie County present an issue because the board has no Pott County representation.

Manhattan, KS · 3d

KVOE

Emporia Municipal Band honors armed service members with annual ‘Salute to Our Veterans’ concert Sunday

The Emporia Municipal Band was the latest entity to tip its cap to veterans with its annual Salute to Veterans concert Sunday inside the Emporia Granada Theatre. As always, the concert featured a robust selection of patriotic music, from the Star-Spangled Banner to America the Beautiful, the Armed Services Medley, and more. This was the band’s final concert ahead of the annual Emporia Community Foundation Match Day event, which the band is once again participating in.

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County Planning and Zoning Commission hosts conversation on data centers

The Lyon County Planning and Zoning Department hosted its first community discussion on data centers and battery energy storage systems on Thursday. Community members gathered in the county courthouse annex as Planning and Zoning Director Sam Seeley answered questions, heard concerns and shared some of the county’s current draft regulations for potential future data centers.

Lyon County, KS · 2d

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Young professionals gather in Manhattan for statewide summit

The Kansas Young Professionals Summit on Oct. 26 brought more than 250 young professionals from across Kansas to Manhattan for a day dedicated to professional development, networking and leadership. The summit, themed, “Built for What’s Next,” featured a lineup of keynote speakers and breakout sessions designed to equip young professionals...

Manhattan, KS · 3d

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