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Downtown Topeka parking costs may be going up soon

Downtown Topeka parking costs may be going up soon

Context: The above video initially aired on April 14, 2025. TOPEKA (KSNT) – City of Topeka leaders are considering raising the cost for people looking to park in the downtown area next year. The City of Topeka reports the current parking rates in the downtown area are not bringing in enough revenue. Added to this…MORE

Topeka considers parking increases for the downtown area

Topeka considers parking increases for the downtown area

Context: The above video initially aired on April 14, 2025. TOPEKA (KSNT) – City of Topeka leaders are considering raising the cost for people looking to park in the downtown area next year. The City of Topeka reports the current parking rates in the downtown area are not bringing in enough revenue. Added to this…MORE

Why legalizing weed in Kansas isn’t working

Why legalizing weed in Kansas isn’t working

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Kansas advocates and lawmakers have tried for years to legalize marijuana but after years of trying have yet to find success. So, what’s holding the state back and can advocates hold onto hope that weed will ever be legalized in Kansas? Lawmakers were back in session in the spring of 2025 but…MORE

Hundreds turn up for Dialogue Abilities Day at the Topeka Zoo

Hundreds turn up for Dialogue Abilities Day at the Topeka Zoo

TOPEKA (KSNT) – People of all abilities got to experience an unforgettable visit to the Topeka Zoo & Conservation Center on Monday. Dialogue Coffee House and the Capper Foundation teamed up to host Dialogue Abilities Day on April 14. Attendees enjoyed up-close animal encounters, had the chance to feel different animal furs, interact with exhibits and…MORE

Topeka Toy Store responds to Trump’s tariffs

Topeka Toy Store responds to Trump’s tariffs

TOPEKA (KSNT) – With tariffs sweeping over the United States, The Toy Store in Topeka is looking to make toys available and affordable. That’s because the store got ahead of the curve, making moves before President Donald Trump’s Liberation Day tariffs took effect. “A lot of manufacturers and vendors knowing that these tariffs were coming basically…MORE

Manhattan’s Spring Cleanup gets extended

Manhattan’s Spring Cleanup gets extended

MANHATTAN (KSNT) – Due to its popularity, the City of Manhattan is extending its Spring Cleanup. Every year, the City of Manhattan hosts a city-wide Spring Cleanup to assist its residents and get the city looking nice after the winter. The city posted on its social media that the Spring Cleanup Week is turning into…MORE

Pottawatomie County honors 50 local veterans for service, sacrifice

Pottawatomie County honors 50 local veterans for service, sacrifice

WESTMORELAND (KSNT) – Monday, April 14, community members gathered in Westmoreland for the latest Veterans Memorial Plaque reveal. The latest edition to the memorial was dedicated to 50 former military members across all service branches who currently or previously have called Pottawatomie County home. Honoring those who put their life on the line while they’re…MORE

Downtown Topeka staff rally following cancer diagnosis

Downtown Topeka staff rally following cancer diagnosis

TOPEKA (KSNT) – A downtown Topeka bar, arcade and restaurant is taking a moment to give back following a health tragedy for a local family. The Pennant’s General Manager, Todd Renner, recently found out his wife, Dani, has a form of aggressive and rare cancer. Over the weekend, the Pennant’s social media page said she’s…MORE

Pottawatomie County honors 50 local vets for service and sacrifice

Pottawatomie County honors 50 local vets for service and sacrifice

WESTMORELAND (KSNT) – Monday, April 14, community members gathered in Westmoreland for the latest Veterans Memorial Plaque reveal. The latest edition to the memorial was dedicated to 50 former military members across all service branches who currently or previously have called Pottawatomie County home. Honoring those who put their life on the line while they’re…MORE