Shalynn Long
Assignment Editor

Hi! I am fresh out of college as I just graduated from Washburn University with my mass media degree. I am a big sports fan as I love to cheer on our local teams, especially the KC Chiefs. I am an animal lover with a heart for cats and dogs. I also really enjoy traveling.
Education
Updated: 5 hours ago
|By Shalynn Long
County commissioners approved of the new Oakland pool design expected to be complete in July 2024.
Updated: Dec. 6, 2023 at 4:24 PM CST
|By Shalynn Long
The Washburn University debate team achieved success this season in the “Big Tent” online tournament.
Updated: Dec. 4, 2023 at 2:20 PM CST
|By Shalynn Long
Come by the Pennant on Saturday, December 9, 2023, from 7:30 am-10:30 am to enjoy some delicious food and a chance for photos with Santa!
Updated: Dec. 4, 2023 at 12:45 PM CST
|By Shalynn Long
Isaiah S. Clift, 21, is in custody and facing multiple charges following an incident in the 9300 block of SW 61st Street on Friday afternoon.
Updated: Dec. 4, 2023 at 10:17 AM CST
|By Shalynn Long
CareSource is investing 2 million dollars into the CareSource Midwest Fund in collaboration with Novy.
Updated: Dec. 1, 2023 at 12:28 PM CST
|By Shalynn Long
Riley County police department reports a theft that occurred Thursday, Nov. 30 at Ulta Beauty.
Updated: Nov. 29, 2023 at 4:58 PM CST
|By Shalynn Long
Highway 24 and Meriden Road are expected to be closed due to pavement construction.
Updated: Nov. 20, 2023 at 10:43 AM CST
|By Shalynn Long
Shawnee County Sheriff’s office responded to a shooting last night where a 9-year-old victim had been struck by the gunfire.
Updated: Nov. 17, 2023 at 5:21 PM CST
|By Shalynn Long
Dance divisions 1A through 6A compete today with a fight song, performance, and band dance.
Updated: Nov. 16, 2023 at 4:00 PM CST
|By Shalynn Long
Dillons is offering its zero-compromise Freshgiving: A Thanksgiving Feast.
Updated: Nov. 16, 2023 at 12:43 PM CST
|By Shalynn Long
Military representatives hold a remembrance ceremony for German and Italian soldiers buried at Fort Riley cemetery.
Updated: Nov. 15, 2023 at 4:56 PM CST
|By Shalynn Long
Helping Hands Human Society (HHHS) receives a huge grant towards helping animals find homes.
Updated: Nov. 14, 2023 at 4:55 PM CST
|By Shalynn Long
Seaman High School hosted a Unified Bowling Tournament for the second year in a row.
Updated: Nov. 14, 2023 at 3:32 PM CST
|By Shalynn Long
An annual fundraiser known as Designers’ Showhouse for Child Care Aware is being replaced.
Updated: Nov. 10, 2023 at 4:19 PM CST
|By Shalynn Long
To kick off the weekend in celebration of Veterans Day, students at Berryton Elementary support veterans with a parade.
Updated: Nov. 10, 2023 at 4:02 PM CST
|By Shalynn Long
Westport Dental offers free service to local veterans, National Guard/ Reserves and retirees in celebration of Veterans Day.
Updated: Oct. 27, 2023 at 12:02 PM CDT
|By Shalynn Long
Register your dachshund to reserve your spot in the Weiner dog race at Petland tomorrow at 1 p.m.
Updated: Oct. 27, 2023 at 11:21 AM CDT
|By Shalynn Long
The Shawnee Heights High School boy’s soccer team scored big in last night’s regional competition against Piper High School.
Updated: Oct. 26, 2023 at 11:09 AM CDT
|By Shalynn Long
Join the Topeka Police Department on your lunch break for some delicious food provided by a local food vendor.
Updated: Oct. 25, 2023 at 4:39 PM CDT
|By Shalynn Long
Ensuring your child’s safety on the road is important, especially for new parents trying to figure out how to install a car seat.
Updated: Oct. 25, 2023 at 1:15 PM CDT
|By Shalynn Long
PlainsCraft manufacturing company based in Topeka produces products for glamping otherwise known as glamourous camping, and partnered with KSU to support international shipping for these unique products.