Vida Ministry hosts ‘Soup With The Mayor’ Sunday
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) – A non-profit organization held an annual fundraiser that aims to teach English to Topeka’s immigrant community. Good food and friends were in abundance at First United Methodist Church of Topeka Sunday. “We’re all very sated, we’re all very full, and it was a great way to go ahead and just open […]
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New York City women visit Topeka after comments made by NYC mayor
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) – A few New York City women are visiting Topeka for a fun-filled weekend because of a statement made by New York City Mayor Eric Adams. The women won the NYC-2-Topeka contest sponsored by Visit Topeka and the Kansas Tourism Department. Last March, the mayor of New York City made a comment […]
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Topeka City Council approves unlawful camping ordinance | #citycouncil
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) – The City of Topeka will soon have further restrictions on where unsheltered residents can camp. The Topeka City Council Tuesday night approved a proposed ordinance banning camping within 500 ft. of any levy or trail and within 50 ft. of any sidewalk. The ordinance is specifically geared toward the areas along […]
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Topeka City Council holds first public meeting for proposed utility rate increase | #citycouncil
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) – Topeka City Council members held their first public meeting for the proposed increases in utility rates. The City of Topeka announced the proposal Dec. 5. Proposed utility rate increases for water are 11.5% for 2024 and 2025, and 11.6% for 2026. Wastewater rates would go up 8% in 2024 and 2025, […]
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Topeka mayor recognizes artists from Art Initiative
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) – Topeka’s mayor recognized the various artists highlighted in his Art Initiative so far. Mayor Mike Padilla’s Mayor’s Art Initiative has brought art pieces by Topeka artists into the Mayor’s Office. Wednesday night, those artists received a certificate. Those involved say the art acts as a way for people to connect with […]
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