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Topeka Zoo announces new tiger, king vulture attraction

Topeka Zoo announces new tiger, king vulture attraction

TOPEKA (KSNT) – The Topeka Zoo & Conservation Center is announcing an upcoming immersive experience that will bring guests face-to-face with Sumatran tigers and king vultures. The Tiger Trails & Den Academy will give guests the opportunity to learn about animal care, nutrition and conservation, according to a press release from the Topeka Zoo on…MORE

Washburn University offering FAFSA scholarship incentive

Washburn University offering FAFSA scholarship incentive

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Washburn University is offering scholarship incentives for students who complete their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) this year. Washburn University announced on Tuesday, March 25 that it would enter students who complete a FAFSA form into a drawing for 10 nonrenewable Washburn scholarships for $1,000 each ($500 per semester). Kansas…MORE

UPS shutting down two Kansas facilities in 2025

UPS shutting down two Kansas facilities in 2025

LAWRENCE (KSNT) – A major delivery company is closing two of its facilities in Kansas later this year, forcing some of its employees to look for new work or shift where they live. 27 News spoke with Karen T. Hill, U.S. media relations manager for UPS, on March 25 about possible facility closures in Kansas.…MORE

Wamego OZ Museum reopens after significant renovation work

Wamego OZ Museum reopens after significant renovation work

WAMEGO (KSNT) – A local museum showcasing the bright and colorful world of OZ in northeast Kansas has made some changes recently to enhance the experience of guests. 27 News spoke with Katlyn Britton, operations coordinator at the OZ Museum and Columbian Theatre, to learn more about what has changed following the completion of recent…MORE

Manhattan weighs new ordinance to allow drinks on the go

Manhattan weighs new ordinance to allow drinks on the go

MANHATTAN (KSNT) – People may soon be able to openly carry alcoholic beverages in downtown Manhattan. Manhattan city leaders plan to discuss a common consumption ordinance at a city commission meeting on Tuesday, March 25. If approved, it would create a drinking zone, allowing patrons to grab drinks from participating businesses and walk around in…MORE

Kansas gov. vetoes advance voting bill

Kansas gov. vetoes advance voting bill

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Kansas Governor Laura Kelly has vetoed an advance voting bill Monday. Kelly announced in a press release that she has decided to veto Senate Bill 4 on March 24. The bill, if approved, would require the return of advance voting ballots by 7 p.m. on the day of an election. “The three-day…MORE

Topeka city councilman talks running for mayor

Topeka city councilman talks running for mayor

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Topeka City Councilman Spencer Duncan joined the 27 News morning newscast to discuss his decision to run for mayor. During the interview, Duncan, a Topeka native, spoke about why he is running, being a voice for people, three things he would like to see change in if elected and more. When Duncan…MORE

Biologists to release more alligator snapping turtles in Kansas

Biologists to release more alligator snapping turtles in Kansas

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Kansas wildlife officials are preparing to release more of a rarely seen species after initial success last year. Staff with the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) released a batch of 40 alligator snapping turtles into their former home range in the Neosho River in September 2024. Now, the KDWP is…MORE

Topeka city councilman talks running for govenor

Topeka city councilman talks running for govenor

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Topeka City Councilman Spencer Duncan joined the 27 News morning newscast to discuss his decision to run for mayor. During the interview, Duncan, a Topeka native, spoke about why he is running, being a voice for people, three things he would like to see change in if elected and more. When Duncan…MORE