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10/30/2026

LIVE: Social Service Grants Committee Friday, October 30, 2026.

Our latest episode of the City of Topeka Podcast is joined by Topeka Fire Department Chief Chad Longstaff!  Chief Longst...
10/30/2026

Our latest episode of the City of Topeka Podcast is joined by Topeka Fire Department Chief Chad Longstaff! Chief Longstaff shares his priorities for the department, his vision for the future of fire and emergency services in Topeka, and the goals he hopes to accomplish during his tenure. He also offers important seasonal safety tips to help residents stay safe as temperatures drop and the community heads into the colder months.

In this episode of the City of Topeka Podcast, weโ€™re joined by Tope...

10/29/2026

Hours away from the City of Topeka Trunk or Treat at Evergy Plaza!

Last chance to weigh in!The virtual open house for the regional Transportation Plan Update closes October 31. If you hav...
10/29/2026

Last chance to weigh in!

The virtual open house for the regional Transportation Plan Update closes October 31. If you haven't shared your thoughts yet, there's still time to help shape the future of transportation in the Topeka metropolitan area.

The online open house includes activities covering pedestrian and bicycle mobility, vehicle travel, public transit, transportation goals and more.

Visit the virtual open house before October 31: https://olsson.konveio.com/mtpo

You can also share your priorities through the online community survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/destination2050

Whether you walk, bike, drive or use public transit, your feedback can help inform future transportation planning. Take a few minutes to participate!

A haunted trailer?! ๐Ÿซฃ๐Ÿš๏ธ๐Ÿ‘ป๐Ÿ˜ฑ Thanks for the inside scoop Lt. Rose! Everyone is invited to come to Evergy Plaza TONIGHT from...
10/29/2026

A haunted trailer?! ๐Ÿซฃ๐Ÿš๏ธ๐Ÿ‘ป๐Ÿ˜ฑ Thanks for the inside scoop Lt. Rose! Everyone is invited to come to Evergy Plaza TONIGHT from 5-8 PM for the City of Topeka's Trunk or Treat! Be ready for free candy, games, food trucks, a car show, and even a haunted trailer put on by the Topeka Police Department! See you tonight.

The City of Topekaโ€™s Trunk or Treat events runs 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 29 at Evergy Plaza.

Join us Thursday, October 29, from 5:00โ€“8:00 PM at Evergy Plaza (630 S. Kansas Ave.) for the City of Topeka Trunk or Tre...
10/28/2026

Join us Thursday, October 29, from 5:00โ€“8:00 PM at Evergy Plaza (630 S. Kansas Ave.) for the City of Topeka Trunk or Treat!
Weโ€™ve included details on free parking and additional parking options to help you plan your visit. ๐Ÿš—โœจ
Enjoy free candy while supplies last, food trucks, a costume contest, as well as fun, family-friendly activities throughout the evening

Please plan for some wait times; it's all part of the fun! We canโ€™t wait to see your costumes and celebrate together. ๐Ÿ‘ป๐Ÿฌ

10/28/2026

LIVE: Mayor Spencer Duncan and Interim City Manager Michael Webb hold their monthly press conference.

10/27/2026

โ›”Intermittent closures are scheduled to occur this week on U.S. 24 in north Topeka, as part of the Kansas Department of Transportationโ€™s ongoing reconstruction project.

On Wednesday, Oct. 28, between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m., temporary closures lasting approximately 15 minutes each will occur intermittently on U.S. 24 at the Soldier Creek bridge as crews move beams for the new westbound structure.

During each closure, traffic will be fully stopped and directed by flaggers. Motorists should plan for possible delays and allow extra time for travel.

KDOT urges motorists to stay alert, follow posted signs and refrain from hand-held mobile device use in all active work zones. For current road conditions, visit KanDrive.gov or call 511. For updates on highway projects in northeast Kansas, visit ksdot.gov/NortheastNews.

Topeka Residential Development ForumDate: Friday, November 6, 2026Time: 10 a.m. โ€“ 12 p.m.Location: Topeka Area Builders ...
10/23/2026

Topeka Residential Development Forum

Date: Friday, November 6, 2026
Time: 10 a.m. โ€“ 12 p.m.
Location: Topeka Area Builders Association, 1112 SW 6th Ave., Topeka, KS 66606
Registration:
https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/9945ffd889d54374a3db9d4c381f67c9

The forum is designed to provide valuable information, resources, and networking opportunities for local and small-scale residential developers, as well as individuals interested in residential development in Topeka.

The two-hour event will include:
โ€ข Firsthand experiences from local developers who have successfully navigated residential projects in Topeka.
โ€ข Information from City staff regarding available incentives, inspections, and permitting processes.
โ€ข Resources and support available through the Greater Topeka Partnership and Topeka Area Builders Association.
โ€ข Booth-style Q&A and networking opportunities with presenters, City staff, and other residential development stakeholders.

Whether someone is an experienced developer or just getting started, the forum is intended to help participants better understand the resources and processes available to support residential development in Topeka.

10/23/2026

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215 SE 7th Street
Topeka, KS
66603

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Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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