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wellness

Screen time and sleep: what the research actually shows

Evening device habits cut into rest for many Topeka adults according to recent studies.

By Topeka Wellness Desk · July 24, 2026 · 1 min read

wellness

Topeka Walkers Transform Daily Walks Into Powerful Mindfulness Practice

Topeka walkers are learning to focus on each step and breath to build steadier attention during routine outings.

By Topeka Wellness Desk · July 24, 2026 · 2 min read

property

Topeka Homes Linger 52 Days on Market, Sellers Slash Prices 3.8%

Homes in the capital city are taking longer to sell this summer, with average price cuts rising to 3.8 percent.

By Topeka Property Desk · July 10, 2026 · 2 min read

wellness

Topeka Launches Free Community Fitness Events Throughout July

From sunrise yoga in Gage Park to boot camps in Lake Shawnee, Topekans have plenty of no-cost ways to get moving this month.

By Topeka Wellness Desk · July 24, 2026 · 3 min read

finance

Topeka commercial developments: Changes residents can expect at key sites

Projects at 30th and Topeka Boulevard along with West Ridge Mall and southeast corridors target everyday shopping and dining patterns.

By Topeka Business Desk · July 24, 2026 · 2 min read

finance

Topeka Economic Indicators and Investment Flows Explained

Performance incentives, talent funding and infrastructure shortfalls shape current business activity in Shawnee County.

By Topeka Business Desk · July 24, 2026 · 2 min read

finance

S&P 500 fell 0.43% as global markets retreat

Where the major indices, gold and currencies landed, and what the moves mean for Topeka investors and retirement balances.

By Markets Desk · July 24, 2026 · 1 min read

wellness

Topekans Improve Sleep Quality With 5 Simple Bedroom Environmental Changes

Topekans can improve nightly rest by checking their bedrooms against a short list of environmental fixes drawn from local wellness programs.

By Topeka Wellness Desk · July 19, 2026 · 2 min read

Politics

New State Legislature Bill Tracker to Boost Transparency for Topeka Residents

The new online tool will help Topeka community members monitor state laws impacting local services, schools and infrastructure.

By Topeka Policy Desk · July 10, 2026 · 2 min read

wellness

Breathwork for Stress Relief in Topeka: Quick Techniques

Learn quick breathwork exercises Topeka residents use to manage stress during work and family demands. Find guided 5-minute sessions at local wellness centers.

By Topeka Wellness Desk · July 10, 2026 · 2 min read

wellness

Topeka Residents Discover Journaling as Summer Mindfulness Practice

Topeka residents are picking up notebooks this summer to anchor short daily writing sessions that support focus and calm.

By Topeka Wellness Desk · July 10, 2026 · 1 min read

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