Sarah Motter
Digital Producer
Topeka, Kan.
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A Kansas native that is interested in sharing the views of Kansans through a journalistic lens. I am a University of Kansas alumna and enjoy spending time with my animals while I am not working. I enjoy the social media aspect of my job as I feel it allows me to interact with more viewers.
The Riley County Jail Librarian has returned to her volunteer work after the COVID-19 pandemic kept her home.
Senator Jerry Moran and Representative Ron Estes have introduced legislation to designate two Kansas trails as National Historic Trails.
Former Governor Jeff Colyer will announce major campaign developments on Monday.
The Kansas Water Authority will hold a virtual meeting on April 26.
Lynn Rogers celebrated 100 days as Kansas State Treasurer on Wednesday.
Custodians at Spring Valley Elementary School were honored with the School of the Month award for April.
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services welcomed 01 new U.S. citizens at a ceremony at Wichita State University on Friday.
Governor Laura Kelly has signed legislation into law, including one that changes the definition of stalking to include intentionally stalking someone under 14-years-old.
Governor Laura Kelly has finished the Economic Development Week of her Back to Work, Back to School tour.
The Topeka Zoo will celebrate Earth Day and say goodbye to Konza the giraffe.
A water main break has forced the closure of a lane on SW Washburn Ave.
The Topeka Habitat for Humanity is searching for a trailer that was stolen from a job site.
The Royals vs. Blue Jays game has been postponed due to heavy rain in Kansas City.
Senator Roger Marshall has demanded an investigation into what he says is Planned Parenthood’s unlawful use of PPP loans.
Governor Laura Kelly has vetoed Senate Bill 50, which would require marketplace facilitators to collect and remit sales, transient and guest taxes, as well as 911 fees.
President Joe Biden has ordered American flags to fly at half-staff in honor of the victims of the FedEx mass shooting in Indianapolis.
Brown Co. Sheriff John Merchant is urging caution on Kansas roadways during planting season.
A new study by MyBioSource.com shows that 67% of Kansans think those with the COVID-19 vaccine should have an immunity passport.
Amber Shultz took her oath to lead the Kansas Department of Labor in front of family and Governor Laura Kelly Friday afternoon.
Mercy Community Health Foundation’s No-Gala Gala fundraiser surpassed its $90,000 goal.
Shawnee County Parks and Recreation plans to open all of its pools on time in 2021.
Potawatomi Nation officials will dedicate interpretive signs in Skyline Park on April 29.
Topeka Metro will continue to enforce the usage of masks on public transit.
Eat The Frog Fitness Studio will host its grand opening on Saturday, April 24.
Military spouses could soon see their professional licenses from one state observed in another state where their spouse is serving on military orders.
The Shawnee County Commission will not extend its facemask ordinance.
Magenta from Blue’s Clues visited the Lawrence Police Department to lend it some of her sleuthing skills.
Newman Regional Health is celebrating Donate Life Month with its first multiple organ donation.
Area high school seniors have been recognized as top Kansas Career and Technical Education Scholars.
Senator Roger Marshall delivered his maiden speech on Wednesday afternoon.
The Kansas Supreme Court has adopted emergency rules of procedure for hearings under Senate Bill 40.
Attorney General Derek Schmidt is leading a bipartisan coalition that presses Congress to support efforts to fight hate crimes.
The Better Business Bureau is warning Americans about an old survey scam that has a new COVID-19 twist.
The Kansas Department of Transportation is working to repair guard rails and patch potholes along I-70 in Topeka.
A young girl that was critically injured in a crash in February involving Britt Reid is now recovering at home.
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has issued an air quality health advisory due to the number of prescribed burns.
Shawnee and Douglas counties have halted their distribution of the Johnson and Johnson COVID-19 vaccine.
Kansas ranks 38th in the nation for children’s health care.
Pottawatomie County will hand out the Moderna vaccine to those that had previously been scheduled to receive the Johnson and Johnson vaccine on Wednesday.
Evergy will start disconnecting Kansans again that are late on their electricity bills on May 2.
The Kansas Department of Education has honored school districts with the Kansans Can Star recognition program.
Representative Tracey Mann is working to ensure shelter for homeless veterans.
Lawrence-Douglas County Public Health will present a new proposed local health order to county commissioners on Wednesday evening.
Marcus Clark will run for City Council District 5.
Kansas is on its way to opening its very first drug-treatment prison.
A water main break has closed MacVicar Ave. to through traffic.
A student at the Kansas State Polytechnic Campus has initiated a student mentorship program.
The University of Kansas will hold a conference to discuss autism spectrum disorder with stakeholders.
The Blind Tiger has brewed Topeka’s first all-Kansas beer since prohibition.
Governor Laura Kelly has signed a bill to encourage transparency on the construction of electric transmission lines.