🌱 Downtown Post Office Hastily Closes + Save Heartland Park Page

Hello there, Topeka. I'm here in your inbox today to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on in town.

But first, your local weather:

• Monday: A t-storm around in the p.m. High: 86 Low: 66.
• Tuesday: Some sun, then turning cloudy. High: 85 Low: 66.

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Here are the top three stories in Topeka today:

1. The downtown Topeka post office closed last week without warning. On Friday morning, office employees received notice that they should pack their things and let affected residents know about the closure. In the letter sent to residents, the post office claims that the building is "suspended" due to remodeling by the new landlord and asbestos renovations. However, the new landlord claims not to have known about the closure. (KSNT News)
2. Die-hard fans have created a Facebook group to help save the motorsports park. The group, titled "Save Motorsports Park Topeka!!!" already has 150 members focused on demonstrating the large community interest in keeping the park. Last week, Heartland Park owner Chris Payne claimed he intends to close the park if he loses a years-long tax battle against Shawnee County. (The Topeka Capital-Journal)
3. Seven Topeka seniors have been awarded competitive scholarships for their dedication to academics, financial need, and display of Catholic faith. The seniors will each receive part of the $45,000 gift from the Hayden Foundation, affiliated with the Topeka Catholic Parish. The list of seniors can be found at the link. (KSNT News)

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Today and tomorrow in Topeka:

Monday, May 29

• Fine Art And Photography Exhibit At Morris Art Gallery (11:00 AM)

Tuesday, May 30

• Preschool Storytime At Topeka And Shawnee County Public Library (10:00 AM)
• Disney's Descendants: The Musical At Topeka Civic Theatre & Academy (5:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• On Saturday, Jun. 3, there will be a doggie date night from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Evergy Plaza. This is a free event, although there will be food, drinks, and other items for sale. There will be a photo booth and a "paw print station" too. (CJ Online)
• Great news for community members dying to cool off this summer — the Shawnee County swimming pools are all set to open this week. They're fully staffed, prepared to open, and excited to welcome guests! (KSNT News)
• The Topeka And Shawnee County Public Library will be closed on Monday in observance of Memorial Day. There will not be a Farmer's Market or bookmobiles. They will reopen for normal hours on Tuesday. (Topeka And Shawnee County Public Library via Twitter)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door. I'll catch up with you bright and early soon with a new update!

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.