Max Dutton
KSNT News
Kansas, United States
Contact Max
Discover and connect with journalists and influencers around the world, save time on email research, monitor the news, and more.
| Recent: |
|
| Past: |
|
Past articles by Max:
Neighbors call for halt on ONE Gas expansion
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Some Topeka homeowners are upset about a city project possibly going up right in their back yards. ONE Gas Inc. currently has a building near downtown Topeka, but that will be torn down with the new Polk Quincy viaduct construction. Documents from the city’s planning commission shows ONE Gas Inc. wants to […] → Read More
Grocery tax cut will start soon in Kansas, here’s when
KANSAS (KSNT) – The food sales tax for Kansas will be dropping significantly at the beginning of 2023, giving local residents more money in pocket. Currently Kansas has the second highest sales tax rate on food in the entire country at 6.5%. House Bill 2106 is set to eliminate that state sales tax on groceries […] → Read More
How to take on the Arctic Blast when it hits Northeast Kansas
TOPEKA (KSNT) – As a rain/snow mix moves in, artic air will soon be following.With wind chills potentially dropping as low as below 35 this week, it’s important to be prepared. The National Weather Service recommends having an emergency plan in place. “Do you have anything that will provide power to your home?” said John […] → Read More
How to take on the Artic Blast when it hits Northeast Kansas
TOPEKA (KSNT) – As a rain/snow mix moves in, artic air will soon be following.With wind chills potentially dropping as low as below 35 this week, it’s important to be prepared. The National Weather Service recommends having an emergency plan in place. “Do you have anything that will provide power to your home?” said John […] → Read More
Topeka business soon-to-be demolished to make space for Polk-Quincy Viaduct project
TOPEKA (KSNT) – A local business is in the demolition zone of the Polk-Quincy Viaduct project. Jim Kuhm has been at Shawnee Woodwork for over 50 years, and he’s been the owner for 27 years. When he found out his business was coming to the ground, he wasn’t all that surprised. “I knew it was […] → Read More
Family searching for person who tried to save daughter
TOPEKA (KSNT) – On Nov. 20th, Lexi Ward was driving west on Highway 24 when she veered off the roadway and rolled her car. Moments after the crash, someone came to Lexi’s aid. They called the police and stayed by her side as she took her final breaths. Lexi’s family is still in search of […] → Read More
Family searching for person who tried to save their daughter
On Nov. 20th, Lexi Ward was driving west on Highway 24 when she veered of the roadway and rolled her car. Moments after the crash, someone came to Lexi’s aid. They called the police and stayed by her side as she was taking her final breaths. Lexi’s family is still in search of who that […] → Read More
Customers line up outside Topeka restaurant
TOPEKA (KSNT) – This Thanksgiving, Topeka residents are getting in line. Golden Corral expected a large turnout, but even these crowds exceeded expectations. Luckily, their preparation for a thanksgiving feast started early. “We had to order at least twice as much as normal,” said Matthew Dammann. “Obviously we had to order a lot of turkey […] → Read More
Topeka softball team makes history
TOPEKA (KSNT) – On a typical fall afternoon, the Topeka Stars softball team can be seen shattering home runs. This fall, the Stars shattered barriers, becoming the first ‘traditional’ team in Special Olympics history to play at the ‘unified’ level. “The head of the division came up to me and said she didn’t know what […] → Read More
Ice skating rink coming soon to Downtown Topeka
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Downtown Topeka will soon be the home of an ice skating rink. Construction is underway on the Core First Ice Rink located at Evergy Plaza. While the grand opening isn’t until November 12th, tickets go on sale tomorrow morning at 8:00 a.m. To purchase tickets, click here. → Read More
Bond issue on ballot for Wabaunsee County voters
WABAUNSEE COUNTY (KSNT) – After the U.S.D. 329 bond issue didn’t pass in 2020, the vote ‘yes’ team went back to the drawing board. This time around, they feel more confident with their proposal. “There’s no way to address every objection or make everyone happy,” said supporter Heather Beggs. “But, this is the solution that […] → Read More
Slick roads send 27 News Reporter into ditch
TOPEKA (KSNT) – If you were out driving today, you may have noticed the roads were a bit more slick. Brown’s Super Service towed over 20% more cars than usual. Drivers were gliding off the road and spinning out of control. Here’s what you need to do to avoid this slippery slope: “When driving in […] → Read More
Shawnee County residents expressing views about sales tax proposal
TOPEKA (KSNT) – On a normal fall afternoon the mini-train is making noise across Gage Park, but on November 8th, a ballot question will be making the noise. Currrently the Topeka Zoo is privately funded and funded by city taxes. Gage Park is funded by county property taxes. The Kansas Children’s Discovery Center isn’t receiving […] → Read More
Animals battle cold temperatures, here’s how to help them
TOPEKA (KSNT) – This week, animals in Kansas are facing their toughest competitor… the weather. For pet owners, letting your furry friends inside is an easy solution. But, if that isn’t an option, here’s how to help them. “They just always need a little extra food because they use up some of that energy when […] → Read More
Former Kansas bus driver shares why he quit his job
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Daniel Meredith first sat behind the wheel of a school bus in 2018. Over the last couple of years Meredith says a shortage of bus drivers caused his routes to be extended — sometimes reaching an hour longer than normal – but his pay stayed the same. He says his contract with […] → Read More
Rare astronomical event involving Jupiter appears overhead
LAWRENCE (KSNT) – The largest planet in the solar system is getting a little closer to Earth Monday night. Right now, Jupiter is just 367 million miles away from earth. It may seem like a lot, but that’s over 200 miles closer than normal. Tonight, the planet will be at opposition, meaning earth will be […] → Read More
Why Riley County residents heard sirens on Saturday
RILEY COUNTY (KSNT) - Riley County is receiving noise complaints, but these ones can be heard for miles. On Saturday evening, sirens were wailing across the county warning people of severe weather. The sirens aren't intended for people inside. Instead, they're used to warn people outside to seek shelter. → Read More
Topeka man turns his life around with opening of new barbershop
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Raymond Fox has had clippers in his hand since he was 11-years-old. After watching his grandfather in the barber shop, it became Fox’s dream to follow in his footsteps. That dream was cut short after Fox spent many years in and out of prison. “In my heart I wanted to change,” Fox […] → Read More
Topeka hosts State Horseshoe Pitching Championships
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Athletes from all across the sunflower state were in Topeka this weekend giving their best pitches, but this time, it wasn’t for baseball. The Kansas State Horseshoe Pitching Championships took place at Gage Park this weekend. Over 70 competitors of all ages took part in the two-day tournament. Tournament director, Jim Newvoles […] → Read More
‘Adulting 101’ class for students hosted by City of Topeka
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Topeka students learned how to ‘adult’ on Wednesday. The City of Topeka ‘Way To Work’ program is a five-day summer class that helps prepare students for life after high school. Wednesday’s class, ‘Adulting 101’ focused on car maintenance, budgeting, transportation and self-defense training. The director of the program, Kelly Norris, thinks it […] → Read More