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Motocross competition starts Friday in Topeka

Motocross competition starts Friday in Topeka

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Hundreds of motocross riders are making their way to the Capital City this week for some championship races. More than 100 dump truck loads worth of dirt arrived at the Stormont Vail Events Center this week to transform the interior into a unique BMX course. Racers from across the nation will be…MORE

Police warn of scammers impersonating Wamego church

Police warn of scammers impersonating Wamego church

WAMEGO (KSNT)—The Marysville Police Department (MPD) took to social media on Thursday to warn residents about scammers allegedly impersonating a local church. Police report a text message scam is going around claiming to be a “Pastor Miller” with the Mt. Cavalry Church in Wamego. The scammers claim they’re doing a fundraiser. Marysville Police said they…MORE

Topeka warming centers close on Friday

Topeka warming centers close on Friday

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Two organizations providing warming centers to local Topeka residents will be ending the service on Friday. At 9 a.m. the Topeka Rescue Mission (TRM) Ministries and Fellowship Hi-Crest will close their warming centers. The organizations had opened their doors on Feb. 11 following a round of wintery weather. “The unwavering support from…MORE

Topeka chocolate shop stays open for last-minute Valentine’s Day shoppers

Topeka chocolate shop stays open for last-minute Valentine’s Day shoppers

TOPEKA (KSNT) – A local chocolate shop is working overtime to make sure everyone has a special Valentine’s Day. Valentine’s day is right around the corner, and Hazel Hill Chocolate in Downtown Topeka has been taking call-ahead and walk-in orders all week long. “One of the things everybody asked is, ‘Do you have strawberries?’, Nick…MORE

Flu cases in Kansas, U.S. on the rise, worst season in 15 years

Flu cases in Kansas, U.S. on the rise, worst season in 15 years

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Flu cases are intensifying across the capital city and the nation. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) estimates at least 310,000 people have been hospitalized from the winter virus so far this season. At least 13,000 people have died. It’s now being called the worst flu season in 15 years. Working for you, 27 News…MORE

What impact can shoveling have on your heart?

What impact can shoveling have on your heart?

TOPEKA (KSNT) – As many Kansans are shoveling out of another snowstorm and are expecting the possibility of more, it can put some people at risk for a heart attack. The Topeka ER & Hospital told 27 News it’s sees people each year who suffer heart attacks or heart stress from shoveling. How much snow…MORE

Topeka inmates to care for cats under HHHS program

Topeka inmates to care for cats under HHHS program

TOPEKA (KSNT) – The Helping Hands Humane Society (HHHS) and Topeka Correctional Facility have partnered up for the launch of the ‘PHAT’ cats program to provide care to foster cats. Placing Homeless & Terrific, aka. PHAT, puts foster cats in the care of TCF residents. Three to five cats will be housed at the TCF.…MORE

Topeka, Emporia end restricted accident reporting

Topeka, Emporia end restricted accident reporting

TOPEKA (KSNT) – The Topeka Police Department (TPD), Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office and Emporia Police Department (EPD) have ended their restricted accident reporting phases. At the county level, Sheriff Brian C. Hill announced the sheriff’s office would enter into Phase III accident reporting at 4:50 a.m. on Wednesday. Under Phase III accident reporting deputies will…MORE

The impact of health care on Kansas’s economy

The impact of health care on Kansas’s economy

SHAWNEE COUNTY (KSNT) – The Kansas Hospital Association has published its statewide report on the importance of the healthcare sector on Kansas’ economy. According to the report, healthcare is one of the fastest-growing sectors of the local economy. The KHA says a strong healthcare system supports business productivity and helps attract businesses and retirees to…MORE

62-year-old the victim of attempted arson in Manhattan

62-year-old the victim of attempted arson in Manhattan

MANHATTAN (KSNT) – A 62-year-old was listed as the victim of an attempted arson in Manhattan. According to the Riley County Police Department, officers responded to reports of an aggravated arson at 4:42 p.m. in the 4300 block of Fawn Circle. The RCPD said the residence was set on fire while the 62-year-old victim was…MORE