Topeka Residents Can File Taxes for Free with VITA Volunteers
Local organization offers no-cost tax filing assistance until April 15th
Hundreds of Manufacturing Jobs Lost in Kansas Amid Nationwide Cuts
Kansas Enacts Sweeping Law Invalidating Transgender IDs and Restricting Bathroom Access
Weather
Kansas Braces for Wildfire Season
Forest Service rep discusses prevention and impact of recent blazes

Topeka Firefighters Brave Freezing Temps to Respond to Calls
Firefighters take extra precautions to handle emergencies in extreme cold.
Topeka Delays Snow Removal on Some Streets
City Manager cites budget constraints and prioritization of major roads
Lifestyle
Topeka Construction Firm Builds 2026 St. Jude Dream Home
Straight Cut Construction Inc. president discusses company's work on annual charity home giveaway.

Topeka Zoo Unveils Ambitious 10-Year Master Plan
The zoo's new vision includes expanded habitats, enhanced visitor experiences, and sustainability initiatives.
WWII Veteran Nate Ericson Keeps History Alive Through Model Making
102-year-old Lawrence resident shares his wartime experiences and passion for model airplanes
Business
Kansas System Adds Two New C-Suite Leaders
Stormont Vail Health names Jay Howard as Chief Legal Officer and Timothy Shultz as VP and Chief Compliance Officer

Topeka Businesses Gear Up for Valentine's Day Rush
Local chocolate shop Hazel Hill Chocolate prepares months in advance for the busy holiday season.
Kansas Pharmacists Fight for Oversight of Pharmacy Middlemen
Proposed legislation aims to increase transparency and stop pharmacies from filling prescriptions at a loss
Science
Topeka to Receive $200,000 for Emission Reduction Plan
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has made agreements with four cities to create plans aimed at reducing carbon emissions and air pollution.

Wichita State's NIAR Awarded Contract for 'Golden Dome' Missile Defense
The university's National Institute for Aviation Research will assist in establishing a new missile shield over the U.S.
Kansas Biologists Remove Over 100,000 Pounds of Invasive Carp
Efforts to combat the spread of Asian carp species in the Kansas River have reached a major milestone.
Sports
Kansas Universities Seek State Funding for Athletics
KU, KSU, and WSU athletic directors lobby for financial assistance amid rising costs in college sports.

Shawnee Heights honors 2017 state title team in Ken Darting's final home game
Players reflect on lessons learned from longtime coach in his retirement season.
No. 17 Bronchos Top Minnesota State
Central Oklahoma defeats Minnesota State 4-2 in Ichabod Invitational