TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) – Governor Laura Kelly gave details Monday on the two executive orders she’s signing regarding school in the fall. One of those executive orders is to delay opening schools until after Labor Day. As of Monday afternoon 22,265 positive cases of coronavirus were reported across the state. That includes 308 deaths and […]
What We’re Tracking: Isolated rain tonight Showers and storms early Tuesday Heating up late in the week Humid with some scattered showers expected tonight. Periods of rain with some dry slots with temperatures falling to near 70 by morning. Cloud cover will stick around for the rest of the night even when the rain is […]
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KSNT) – Last week, the Kansas City Chiefs signed another big contract to keep defensive tackle Chris Jones in Kansas City for four more seasons. In Monday’s press conference, Reid and Jones both expressed their excitement for the new deal. “This is so well deserved. He’s done everything that he’s needed to […]
MANHATTAN, Kan. (KSNT) – You can donate blood and help local first responders win some bragging rights at the 17th Annual Battle of the Badges blood drive in Manhattan on Monday and Tuesday. The battle is going down at the St. Thomas More Catholic Church at 2900 Kimball Avenue. Donations can be made on behalf […]
Tickets are now on sale for a fundraiser to benefit the Topeka Performing Arts Center.
Shawnee County pays one dollar to take over ownership of the iconic Great Overland Station in north Topeka.
TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) – The Washburn University cheer squad held a cheer clinic and camp on Monday in Lee arena. “We’ve had a great turnout, everybody is really excited to get back together”, said Washburn University Head Cheer Coach Tia Benyshek. “Today they will learn basic cheer motions, different cheerleading jumps, some cheers and dances.” […]
The 2020-21 MIAA and Washburn athletic seasons have been pushed back to starting practices the week of August 31 with competition scheduled to begin the week of Sept. 28
TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) – Voters in Shawnee County can start voting in the upcoming primary election. People can cast advance ballots in person at the Shawnee County Election Office starting Monday morning. The voting process will look different due to the pandemic. Shawnee County Election Commissioner Andrew Howell said voters will be asked to wear […]
What We’re Tracking: Some storms this morning Widespread rain by this evening Below average temperatures the next few days Showers and storms will be possible this morning, especially along the Kansas/Nebraska border and in the northeast corner of the area. If you happen to get under some of these storms, expect heavy downpours. We’ll have […]
TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) – In the West team’s victory over the East 14-9, the limited fans in attendance and thousands around the state streaming the game saw some of the best players in Kansas put on a show. Here are some of the top plays from student-athletes in our area: Kamble Haverkamp – Centralia Kauli […]
TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) – The Shrine Bowl was believed to be only the third organized football game in the country last night, right here in Topeka. The game went on without a hitch and everyone involved was thankful for the opportunity to be back around what they love. “I certainly don’t know if it’s sunk […]
TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) – Right now, families across Northeast Kansas are trying to figure out how to educate their children this fall. Candis Meerpohl has two boys in the Topeka Public School District. She says the past few months have been challenging. “It’s been kind of a roller coaster. I know everybody’s just kind of […]
TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) – Even in this overwhelming heat, some people are finding ways to cool down. Sunday is National Ice Cream Day and people in Topeka celebrated accordingly. Cassidy Kearn and her friends enjoyed a nice cool treat during the afternoon at G’s Frozen Custard. Kearn said it was the perfect place to try […]
R.K. Shows held their gun and knife show on Saturday and Sunday at the Stormont Vail Events Center, and the large crowd kept the over 50 vendors quite busy.
The Temple Beth Sholom Topeka's annual Blintze Brunch fundraiser was threatened due to the coronavirus pandemic. However, with some hard work and determination, they were still able to hold the event on Sunday.