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Overland Park man’s love of golf took him on ‘long drives’
OVERLAND PARK, Kan. -- Domingo Maturey of Overland Park loves golf. So much so that even when he traveled for work, his wife would urge him to get out on the course during his weekends at home. "She'd...
Mar 12, 2026
Iran conflict impacts affordability in Kansas
TOPEKA (KSNT) - As the war in Iran enters its second week, and shipping through the Strait of Hormuz has slowed to a near halt, oil and shipping costs are surging. That pressure is starting to show up...
Mar 11, 2026
Topeka nonprofit empowers women through volunteer work
TOPEKA (KSNT) - As International Women's Month is recognized in March, a longtime Topeka nonprofit is highlighting the impact women have had on volunteer work and community outreach. The Junior League...
Mar 11, 2026
National Developmental Disability Awareness month begins, 6,300 hours of volunteering recorded at Capper Foundation
TOPEKA (KSNT)- March is National Developmental Disability Awareness month, and the Capper Foundation in Topeka is highlighting why this recognition matters to the community. The Capper Foundation offe...
Mar 11, 2026
Pedestrian crashes increase in recent weeks, TPD says
TOPEKA (KSNT)- The Topeka Police Department says they have seen an increase in pedestrians not using the crosswalk properly. In 2024, nine people were killed in Topeka and 13 in Shawnee County as a re...
Mar 11, 2026
Northeast Kansas projects to receive part of $1 million for tourism development
TOPEKA (KSNT) - The Kansas Department of Commerce announced $1 million in funding for attraction and tourism development on Wednesday. Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland a...
Mar 11, 2026
Drive to Zero Day highlights road safety efforts at the Kansas Statehouse
TOPEKA (KSNT) - State leaders and safety advocates gathered at the Kansas Statehouse for Drive to Zero Day, an event focused on reducing traffic crashes and saving lives on Kansas roads. Officials wit...
Mar 11, 2026
Kansas theatre students advocate for arts education at the State Capitol on Wednesday
TOPEKA (KSNT) - High school theatre students from across Kansas visited the State Capitol for Kansas Thespians Advocacy Day on Wednesday, an event focused on promoting the importance of theatre educat...
Mar 11, 2026
Route released for 2026 St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Topeka
TOPEKA (KSNT) - City officials say several streets will be closed in Topeka's downtown area this coming weekend for the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade. Kimberly Qualls with the City of Topeka said th...
Mar 11, 2026
Jefferson Starship coming to Prairie Band Casino & Resort
MAYETTA (KSNT) - A rock band first formed in 1974 is set to play live at a local casino in northeast Kansas this spring. Prairie Band Casino & Resort announced that Jefferson Starship will be perf...
Mar 11, 2026
