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‘New star’ may appear in the night sky after deep space explosion

‘New star’ may appear in the night sky after deep space explosion

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Astronomers are excitedly waiting for the arrival of a new light in the sky this year that appears once every 80 years. The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) shared on May 1 a list of important astronomical events to keep an eye out for in the days ahead. Among the highlights…MORE

Beware of ticks in Kansas, what to know

Beware of ticks in Kansas, what to know

Context: Above vide aired July 16, 2024. KANSAS (KSNT) – You should frequently check your body and clothes after outdoor activities as tick season gets underway in Kansas. Kansas is home to ticks that can sometimes carry life-threatening diseases caused by bacteria, viruses or parasites transmitted through their bites. Common ticks in Kansas include the…MORE

Dillons offers 5% off discount at Kansas stores on Wednesday

Dillons offers 5% off discount at Kansas stores on Wednesday

TOPEKA (KSNT) – A national grocery store chain has announced that older adults can shop at a slight discount later this week for one day only. Sheila Regehr with Dillons Stores said in a press release that shoppers who are 55 and older will get to enjoy a 5% discount on their in-store purchases on…MORE

Tick season underway in Kansas

Tick season underway in Kansas

Context: Above vide aired July 16, 2024. KANSAS (KSNT) – You should frequently check your body and clothes after outdoor activities as tick season gets underway in Kansas. Kansas is home to ticks that can sometimes carry life-threatening diseases caused by bacteria, viruses or parasites transmitted through their bites. Common ticks in Kansas include the…MORE

Evergy Plaza hosts Viva Downtown Topeka

Evergy Plaza hosts Viva Downtown Topeka

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Cinco De Mayo celebrations are kicking off early in downtown Topeka. Evergy Plaza hosted Viva Downtown Topeka on Saturday, May 3. The event featured live music, authentic food, and Hispanic dancers. “It brings our whole community together and it gives everybody time to spend with friends, family and doing all sorts of…MORE

Fairlawn Fiesta hosts car show and concert

Fairlawn Fiesta hosts car show and concert

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Fairlawn Fiesta hosted a concert and car show on Saturday, May 3. Dozens of people drove their cars in for people to admire. Guests listened to live music while looking at refurbished cars and enjoying food trucks. One man says he has spent over 12 years perfecting his car and driving it…MORE

Westmoreland community rebuilds one year after deadly tornado

Westmoreland community rebuilds one year after deadly tornado

WESTMORELAND (KSNT) – One year ago today a powerful tornado tore through the town of Westmoreland. The storm leaving behind a path of destruction, and one person didn’t survive. Nearly three dozen homes in total were either damaged or destroyed. 27 News was on the grounds in the aftermath of this tornado, our crews capturing…MORE