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Morning Topeka! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why diesel just passed $6 a gallon in Topeka
  • How Topeka's new permit portal could change your next project
  • Win big? Here's how Topeka players can claim Kansas Lottery prizes.

Also on today's calendar: Autumn Craft And Bake Sale and 9 more events.

And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Keith H.!

Today's riddle: What day of the year is trucker's day? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Sunny; hot and humid, with a high of 95 and low of 73 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: A t-storm in the afternoon, temps: high: 90, low: 69.
  • Sunday: Humid; an afternoon t-storm, with a high of 75 and low of 63 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Diesel Tops $6 in Topeka as Fuel Prices Surge Across Kansas (thisistopeka.com) — Topeka drivers are now facing record-setting fuel costs, with diesel averaging just over $6 a gallon and regular gas around $4, sharply higher than a year ago. The report explains how global supply disruptions and a key Midwest refinery outage are pushing prices up, and what that could mean for local households and businesses that rely on diesel-powered vehicles and equipment.
   

• City of Topeka to launch portal aiming to improve city permit, license process (wibw.com) — If you live or do business in Topeka, a new online Community Development Portal launching the week of Sept. 21 will change how you apply for permits and licenses and what you pay in related fees. City officials say the system should simplify applications, increase transparency, and give residents, contractors, and developers better access to information throughout the review process.
   

• Kansas Lottery Pick 3, 2 By 2 winning numbers for Sept. 17, 2026 (cjonline.com) — Kansas lottery players can now check the Sept. 17 Pick 3, 2 By 2 and Millionaire for Life winning numbers, and Topeka residents can redeem larger prizes directly at the Kansas Lottery headquarters on North Kansas Avenue. The piece explains how to claim winnings by mail or in person, including office hours and prize limits.
   

📸 Around Topeka

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📸 The Washburn University Career & Internship Expo was held Wednesdasy from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in Lee Arena. —keith H. Like

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Found just this morning approx.
    9:30 a.m.. Lost dog wandering at 46th & NW Green Hills Rd at new roundabout. Small tan & white dog. No collar. Friendly, clean, & assume house… (Nextdoor Seaman)
  • Linkin Foster Neighborhood.
    Looking for my older pup he got out somehow. doesn't have a collar or chipped. he goes by Dobby. he is older and needs meds to avoid seizures. he is… (Nextdoor Likins Foster)
  • Disabledperson, Inc posted a job opening for Floor Clerical at Walmart in Topeka, Kansas in Topeka. Apply here.
  • Popeyes posted a job opening for Popeyes Team Member - Topeka, KS in Topeka. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Topeka here.

🗞 Nearby News

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  • SST LED Curing Appoints John Bush to Lead Southeast Territory Expansion (uvebtech.com)
  • Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare Welcomes Jason Foster, MD, to Help Build Family Medicine Residency Program (mykdkd.com)
  • A Prescription For Independence (tkmagazine.com)

Ok Topeka! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: 10-4, good buddy! (Thank you Jean H. for sending it in!)
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