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Topeka Police to host cyber fraud awareness training for the public

The Topeka Police Department (TPD) will be hosting three Cyber Fraud Awareness training sessions this October, focusing on common scams, how they operate, and steps to protect yourself. These sessions are the first of their kind, created in response to the rising reports of online scams in our community. TPD’s Financial Crimes Unit will present …

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TSC – Get Digital program offers free computers to qualifying Topeka and Shawnee County residents ages 18-59

The City of Topeka is giving away free computers to qualifying Topeka and Shawnee County residents who are between the ages of 18 and 59 years old. The program is part of the city’s digital equity initiative, TSC – Get Digital, that aims to connect Topeka neighbors. To qualify, residents must reside in the areas …

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City of Topeka Announces Dance Hall Events at Hotel Topeka

The City of Topeka is thrilled to announce a series of dance hall events taking place at Hotel Topeka this fall, starting with a Halloween costume party followed by two country-themed dance halls. The Halloween costume party will feature a DJ, a costume contest, door prizes, and much more. Doors open to anyone 18 and …

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Topeka City Manager to Host Meet and Greet with Greater Topeka Partnership

The City of Topeka would like to invite the public to a special event to meet the newly appointed City Manager, Dr. Robert Perez. The event will take place on Thursday, September 26, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at The Tee Box, located at 906 S Kansas Ave Ste 100, Topeka, KS 66612. Snacks …

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City of Topeka Releases Community Input from Police Chief Recruitment Sessions and Survey

The City of Topeka is pleased to announce the release of the community input gathered during the recent public sessions and open survey as part of the recruitment process for the next Topeka police chief.  To ensure the selection of a police chief who meets the expectations and needs of the community, the city provided …

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City of Topeka Addresses Storm Damage

Update As the City of Topeka continues to assess the damage from last week’s storm, crews began limb pickup operations. These efforts will continue throughout the coming weeks until all parts of Topeka have been serviced. We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we work to clear debris and restore our community. ———————————————————————————————————————————— The City …

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