Good morning, Topeka.

S.W. 37th Street east of Auburn Road in southwest Shawnee County is closed due to a culvert failure, and repairs will begin once a replacement piece is made.

Motorists are advised to use alternate routes until the area is safe.

Seneca readies for the Nemaha County Fair from July 23 to 27 — the event will feature a Kraft Rodeo at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 4-H ambassadors serving root beer floats at 6:30 p.m. Saturday and an annual parade at 6 p.m. Sunday.

A Sierra Club spokesman explained that data centers may strain local water supplies as their water use increases (potentially affecting community resources).

Kansas residents are urged to follow upcoming research to understand these impacts.

Carl Carlson, founder of Carlson Financial, explains that regularly updating your retirement plan eases anxieties over future costs — including healthcare, inflation and taxes.

His advice helps residents tackle the retirement confidence gap.

Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office launched a drone program on July 1 to give first responders real-time aerial information; the trial using two drones averages 15 flights daily and may continue if funded by a $5 million grant.

Construction crews will start road work Monday, July 27 on US-75 northbound lanes between N.W.

62nd Street and 158th Road in Shawnee and Jackson counties, reducing traffic to one lane during daytime hours. Bettis Asphalt (a Topeka firm) is the prime contractor and expects completion by September if conditions permit.

Kansas alumni teams kick off the Basketball Tournament today at 8 p.m. CT at Bramlage Coliseum in Manhattan, with Purple Reign featuring Michael Beasley making his debut.

A second game is set for Wednesday at Lee Arena in Topeka with a potential extra contest on Friday if needed.

The Kansas Senators will compete in this weekend’s state tournament in Pittsburg as they chase a state championship and work to secure college offers for most seniors.

Coach Ryan Ewing said the team enjoys a fun atmosphere on and off the field.

Kansas coach Lance Leipold praised Colorado coach Deion Sanders during Big 12 media days in Frisco, Texas on Monday, July 20, noting his disciplined approach and humble leadership that has boosted excitement in the conference.

Coach Casey Alexander released Kansas State basketball’s nonconference schedule featuring the Players Era 16 event in Las Vegas, a return game against Creighton at Bramlage Coliseum, and an in-state match with Wichita State.

An exhibition versus Missouri is set for Oct. 23 plus Big 12 dates are pending.

KAZHA Live Performance

8:00 – 11:59 PM — The Legendary Boobie Trap Bar — Ticket info TBA — Experience a unique blend of power rock from the Japanese band fronted by Kazuha Oda.

Bike Night Featuring Milltown

7-11 p.m. — Kickstart Saloon — Free entry — Milltown rockin it southern style on Kick’s outdoor stage for a great time.

Willow Rose's Country for the Pets

6:30-10:30 p.m. — Northside Social — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a night of live music with Ryan Manuel, a passionate singer-songwriter from Lawrence, Kansas.

Full Band Performance at Evergy Plaza

7-11 p.m. — Evergy Plaza — Free entry — Enjoy a lively full band set from MNB, who play over 100 shows a year.