Honor Roll 2015

December 31, 2015

Honor Roll 2015 cjonline.com

An Advertising Feature of The Topeka Capital-Journal

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The Businesses listed on the following pages have contributed to the growth of Topeka and Northeast Kansas and will play an even greater part in their future. They deserve your patronage.

167 Years

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158 Years

156 Years

R.C. Perine & Son ELECTRIC ACETYLENE Welding & Cutting Machine Shop

156 Years 3100 Kansas 267-0105

Celebrating 156 years 1859 – 2015 Dr. Franklin Crane started Topeka Cemetery as a place to tell the story of life, not death -- to preserve and honor the memories of our loved ones.

These grounds are a history of Topeka from its very first days, and each year more chapters are added to our story.

Come tour the grounds and consider how Topeka Cemetery can help you tell your story to the generations to come.

Help Is Just Around The Corner

Roach Hardware

2 Topeka Locations 1321 SW 21st 230 NW Lyman

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147 Years

Mary & Dean Crader Associates ID #081438 785-862-0884 Job4you@att.net

jrwatkins.com/consultant/cmary

145 Years Congratulations to Topeka’s Honor Roll.

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142 Years

Since 1873

Turning memories into memorials

354-7005 201 Topeka Ave. Topeka, KS 66603

THE TOPEKA CAPITAL-JOURNAL

1873

2015

142 Years

Serving Northeast Kansas with the area’s most complete indepth news, sports, features and advertising information EVERYDAY.

WE’RE HERE FOR YOU! 616 SE JEFFERSON

785.295.1122 • 800.777.7171 FAX: 785.295.1198

www.cjonline.com

The first bridge across the Kansas River was privately built in May, 1858, connecting Topeka with Eugene, now known as North Topeka.

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140 Years

THE TOPEKA FOUNDRY & IRON WORKS COMPANY

140 Years

135 Years

The YMCA of Topeka congratulates you on your accomplishment!

The YMCA has served the Topeka community for 135 years. We are dedicated to today’s youth! Childcare, Youth Programs, and 4 Locations to serve you!

www.ymcatopeka.org 785-354-8591

134 Years

Established 1876

300-18 Jackson

Established 1881 122 Years

129 Quincy

Truckhenge Farm

Where fun happens!

(785) 234-3486 Family Owned since 1879

1934 Kansas Ave. Topeka, KS 66612 PO Box 5258, Topeka, KS 66605 (785) 357-0341 FAX (785) 357-6514 Millshop (785) 357-4964

Specializing in: Hospitals and commercial buildings.

SINCE 1916

A Tradition of Trust with a Focus on the Future

Access Floors, Acoustical Ceilings, All Drywall systems, EIFS, Fire Proofing, Floor Coverings, Lath and Plaster, Commercial Cabinets and Millwork, Steel Studs, Stucco, Stinger Rental, General Construction, Material Sales: Acoustical, Metal Studs, lathing.

Authorized Dealer/Installer For: NCI Metal Building,\USG Ultrawall relocatable Partitions.

Stacy Florence, President Adam Florence, Secretary-Treasurer/Vice President Nick Reilly, Project Controller/Estimator Roberta Muckenthaler, Office Manager/Controller

134 YEARS

Lessman’s

CONTRACTOR 2016 – 1898

CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT TEAM

“Live and Let Live”

136 Years

100 Years

www.florencecontractor.com

785-232-8212

Home to Old Ironsides Lock & Key and also Metal Doors and Frames.

117 Years

1893 - 2016 Seven Topeka locations to serve you!

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capfed.com

The original site of Washburn University, then Lincoln College, was at 10th & Jackson, downtown.

116 Years Meier‛s Market We grow for you!

9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Mon.-Thurs.

9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Fri.-Sat

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2300 Lower Silver Lake Rd.

115 Years REES FRUIT FARM Apples, Nuts, Honey, Jams, Jellies, Cider, and Fruitwood

Open Year Round.

Hwy. 24, East

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Topeka 785-233-1717 Kansas City 913-402-9576

www.bpminsurance.com

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95 Years

Bowser Johnson Funeral Chapel Established in 1920 One of the oldest established businesses in Topeka

Excellence in Eyecare and Eyewear since 1917

4848 SW 21st, Suite 101

(785) 271-8181

www.kdheyecare.com

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BOYLES SINCE 1919

Down Memory Lane Boyles Dairy Boyles Dairy Freezes Boyles Christmas Trees Boyles Joyland Amusement Park 450,000 people ea. summer Boyles Ice Cream Wagons Boyles Dry Ice Boyles Portable Signs Boyles Statues & Stuff Boyles Joyland Flea Market

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With two convenient locations 200 SE 6th, Suite 112

92 Years

Funeral Services Traditional and NonTraditional Memorial Services Cremation Services Direct Cremation Pre-need Planning and counseling Financial packages to fit all family needs

Replacing the copper roof and dome cost $24.5 million, part of an estimated $332 million in Capitol renovations that include an underground parking garage.

Since 1920 Bowser, now Bowser Johnson has been serving the families of Topeka and surrounding communities. We take pride in offering the best and most professional care possible.

Our staff at Bowser Johnson will help make difficult times in your life a little easier.

88 Years Topeka Blueprint Co., Inc. Topeka Blueprint Co., Inc.

98 Years

Serving Topeka for 88 Years Copies of anything.

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printed, or drawn.

608 SW Jackson (785) 232-7209 www.topekablue.com

87 Years

“Apartments of Distinction Since 1928”

HISTORIC GEM BUILDING

On National and State Historic Registers 508 SW 10th Topeka, Kansas 66612

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The Topeka Civic Theatre is the oldest continuously running community theatre in the country.

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Same great services, convenient location, and friendly Andersons!

For 70 years, it’s been our honor at Anderson Rentals to serve the Lawrence community. We’re sprucing up, and now we’re even better!

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And y carefree.

Living is easier with great health insurance beside you.

69 Years Matching Hearts & Homes Since 1947

272-5555 KirkandCobb.com

PROFESSIONAL HEARING AID ASSOCIATES Service – Family Value. The tradition of service for over 70 years continues today.

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64 Years

Open Enrollment NOW through Jan. 31, 2016 bcbsks.com/GoBlue

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An independent licensee of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association N.1543

72 Years KOOSER AUCTION SERVICE

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785-843-2044

65 Years

The name “Topeka� comes from a Kansas tribal name meaning “a good place to dig potatoes�.

The name “potato� in this case refers to the prairie potato, a perennial herb (Psoralea esculenta) in the pea family.

Holton Livestock Exchange, Inc. ½ mile East of Holton, Kansas on 16 Highway Holton, Kansas 66436 Dan Harris, 785-364-4114 Sale Barn Cell 785-364-7137 In business since 1951

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64 Years

62 Years

61 Years

59 Years

Celebrating 59 Years In Business!

Professional Services Since 1951 Topeka Owned and Operated

B

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is a quality driven integrated call service enterprise dedicated to providing superior customer service.

62 Years 61 Established in 1953, the

Established in 1953, the Topeka Home builders Topeka Home Builders Association thanks Association thanks the many men andthe many men and women over thewomen years over years who have whothehave dedicated their lives their to providing dedicated lives to this community with providing this community excellence in new with excellence in new home home construction, construction, professional remodeling professional remodeling services, and quality services, and quality home products. home products.

2942 SW Wanamaker Dr. Suite 200 Topeka, KS 66614

The Oregon/California Trail passed through Topeka from southeast to northwest, passing along First street across Kansas Avenue and west to nearly Topeka Avenue and then turned north, crossing the Kansas River to Pappan’s Landing.

Building and Servicing NE Kansas for 61 years Equal Opportunity Employer

(785) 597-5111 609 Perry Place Perry, KS 66073

Light & Heavy Towing • Unlock Service Jump Starts • Local & Long Distance Heavy Equipment • Flatbed Hauling Truck Tire Service •Flatbed Service • 6 Day/Wk Full Service Auto Repair Shop

785.267.1080

3812 SW South Park Ave

www.brownssuperservice.com

Guard Sales Co., Inc. 1404 S. Kansas Ave. Topeka, KS 66612

785-235-1378

Since 1956 Flag and gift store Military and seasonal flags and poles.

Auto details supplies and equipment.

60 Years

ACE

SINCE 1956

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Auto Service Center 2525 NW Topeka 785-232-4451

Open: 7:00-5:30 Mon.-Fri.

Your Complete Auto Service Center Electrical Systems Mechanical Repair 3-year, 36,000 miles parts & labor warranty Quality is our standard since 1956

We appreciate your patronage

www.yinglings.com

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58 Years

Since 1957 Thank you for trusting Envista Credit Union to help you reach your financial goals.

Proudly serving the Topeka area with 9 convenient locations. Thank you!

57 Years

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Thank you for your patronage!

785-232-0445

55 Years

2745 Lower Silver Lake Rd Started in 1960 Chevron Lubricants Tank Wagon Deliveries 24 Hour Cardlocks

911 Adams 785-233-8008 1-800-211-8008 www.capitalcityoil.com

233-3447 273-9400 or

51 Years Dealerships of Topeka

Serving Northeast Kansas Transportation Needs for 55 Years!

The Kansan Hotel, 54 Years 100 E. 9th, (1924) hosted many famous people, including Elvis Presley. Note the “Greek temple� (columned envistacu.com pediment) on top.

The hotel as Topeka founder designed by Frye Giles, in an Sheparde & Wiser effort to control DAVID of Kansas City and insects, sent away cost more than $1M for birds to eat the TEW when it opened.

The Agent insects. Ultimately hotel closed in 1968. AUTO – HOME – LIFE Topeka became www.shelterinsurance.com known as “the home It has since been 1720 SE 29th apartments. of the sparrow.�

266-5800

785.228.0149

53 Years

51 51 Years Years Experience Experience FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED

All Types of Fence Residential Commercial Chain Link Wood Ornamental Vinyl Repairs

FREE ESTIMATES

233-2291 www.KentFenceCo.com

510 S.E. 15th

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49 Years

49 Years

48 Years

45 Years

Law Office of

Since 1966

Celebrating 50 years of Neighbors Helping Neighbors in the Topeka community Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.

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We wish you a happy holiday season and a prosperous 2016.

Thank you for your business and your trust.

Starting our 50th year.

Joe Little General Contractors, Inc.

785-233-5055

46 Years Hayes House of Music 3310 SW 6th Ave

Oldest Music Store in Topeka

Been in business longer than The Price is Right, Saturday Night Live, and Monday Night Football have been on TV!

1970

2015

DARRELL’S SERVICE

Visit Our Thrift Store

Thursday – Saturday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

232.2011

SLI thanks the community for their support over the last 45 years.

45 Years

www.DoorstepTopeka.org 234-3004

Topeka

234.4472 or 800.559.4472

785-357-5341 12th & Washburn

1622 Washburn

Some items 50% off – Check out our aprons, coffee mugs, pot holders, pillows and signs

1119 SW 10th Ave #1 Topeka, KS 66604

The Dovetail Shoppe

Allan A. Hazlett Campus Center

785.267.3410

2887 SW MacVicar Ave Topeka

www.stumbolaw.com

Topeka High School was the U.S.’s first million dollar high school; construction costs reached $1.75 million. It opened in 1931.

Family Owned & Operated Since 1970

COMPLETE AUTO REPAIRS Computer Diagnostics – Lube & Oil Change Alignments – Brakes – A/C – Tune Ups Goodyear Tires Foreign & Domestic Wrecker Service – Free Shuttle Service %JFTFM 'VFM "WBJMBCMF r , ,FSPTFOF

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Kevin & Becky Colhouer, Owners

Mission: SLI supports the efforts of individuals with intellectual disabilities to achieve independence and actively participate in the community.

3401 SW Harrison Street Topeka, KS 66611

785-233-2566

A plaque on the Fidelity State Bank building, 6th & Kansas, marks the site of the Executive Offices and Senate Chamber of the new State of Kansas in 1861.

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44 Years

44 Years

43 Years

42 Years TOPEKA TRANSMISSION SERVICE, INC.

Servicing Greater Topeka For Over 44 Years

Plumbing Heating Air Conditioning What matters to you Matters to us!

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Serving Topeka and Northeast Kansas since 1971 Specializing in Siding Windows & Doors Seamless Guttering Patio Covers & Enclosures Fully insured, licensed contractor Better Business Bureau member with an A+ rating

785.357.5123 501 E. 17th St Topeka, KS 66607

www.lowermech.com

Serving Topeka for 44 years

3708 SW 29th

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Free Estimates

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We specialize in automatic and standard transmissions, transfer cases and clutches for foreign and domestic vehicles Established in 1973

by Bob & Janet Johnson, Owners

(785) 234-2597 1824 SW Harrison topekatransmission.com

41 Years

Celebrating

41 Years Inside the Fairlawn Plaza Mall 5331 SW 22nd PL STE 70 Topeka, KS 66614-1442 785-272-9155 Accepting Superior Insurance and EyeMed

Eyeglass fashions may change --but we still serve our customers.

Thank you for your continued support.

Jim and P.J. Bloomar Owners

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785-272-5991 4300 SW Huntoon Topeka, KS 66604

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Thank you Topekaforfor42your continued support years! continued support for 42 years!

The Romanesque style Thatcher Building, 110 E. 8th, was built by State Printer T. D. Thatcher in 1888.

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40 Years

39 Years

In 2016

Thank you, Topeka

Celebrating 40 years of practicing law in Topeka

for supporting

Ballet Midwest for 39 years.

39 Years

Serving the Topeka/Shawnee County Community since 1978

Dana & Janet A big THANK YOU to our customers, clients and friends.

We are a local, family owned business with over 39 years’ experience and really enjoy the friendships we have made.

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from Carter Realty, Janet and Dana Carter, Paula Pry and Teresa Johnson 785-273-2010 • 785-221-3262

carterrealtytopeka.com

38 Years R.E. “Tuck” Duncan Attorney at Law ~ ~ ~ 212 SW 8th Avenue, Suite 202 Topeka, KS 66603 785.233.2265

www.tuckduncanlaw.com

HIGHLAND CREST PAWNSHOP Ballet Midwest...inspired motion!

Celebrating our 40th year next season!

4300 SW Huntoon Topeka, KS 66604 www.balletmidwest.net

• Glock Sub Distributor • Stoner Holsters • Vortex Optics • Full Time Gunsmith & Glock Armorer • Fire Arms, Ammo and Shooting Accessories • Car Audio

2834 SE Jefferson St., Suite C • Topeka, KS 66605 • (785) 232-3054 www.hicrestpawn.com

Topeka’s Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. plant is the world’s largest producer of earthmover tires and the corporation’s sole North American manufacturer of earthmover tires for mining and construction operations.

OLDE MI L L AUCTION

Center

1401 NE Winfield Topeka, Kansas 66616

785-233-7700 39 Years Experience Susan Stuke-Metzger, Auctioneer

www.OldeMillAuction.com

37 Years

The Sells Brothers Building at 303-305 S. Kansas Ave. was built in 1883 by four brothers known for their property investments and as the owners of a traveling circus. The twostory brick building is one of only a few remaining Late Victorian buildings on that part of Kansas Ave.

Clubhouse, Residential & Payee Programs

Office: 785-232-6807 Clubhouse: 785-232-6960 www.breakthroughhouse.org

36 Years

AJ’s Import Garage Complete Quality Service Since 1979

Manufacturer Maintenance Inspections, Tune Ups, Brakes, Anti-Lock Brakes, Struts & Shocks, Engine Repair, Air Conditioning, Fuel Injection, Electrical We do Asian, European & all Other Fine Imports

Monday – Friday 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

(785)233-1000

501 SW Harrison • Topeka, KS

“Thank You Topeka for letting us preserve your memories for the past 36 years”

Holmes Family 1907 SW Gage Blvd Topeka, KS 785-273-3870

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36 Years

35 Years

Cair Paravel Latin School Cair Paravel Latin School

Serving NE Kansas for 35 years for all your automotive needs

Roofing excellence since 1979 1SFNJFS 17$ 3PPmOH t 2VBMJUZ 510 3PPmOH "GGPSEBCMF &MBTUPNFSJD $PBUJOHT

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35 Years

Pediatric Associates 3500 SW 6th Avenue Topeka, KS 66606

785-235-0335

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00am-5:00pm Early Morning Walk-In Clinic Mon-Fri 7:30am Sat 8am-11am & Sun 12pm-2pm www.pediatricstopeka.com

35 Years

33 Years

Thank you Topeka for letting us serve your chiropractic needs for the past 33 years.

The Beckley Family

Dr. Amber N. Beckley 785-234-5056 2348 S. Topeka Blvd.

Topeka, KS 66611

BeckleyChiropractic.com

ROQUET INSURANCE AGENCY LLC

Kindergarten Round-up March 9, 2016 Kindergarten Round-up

March 9, 2016 Call 785-232-3878 for more information or to schedule a tourinformation now.

Call 785-232-3878 for more or to schedule a tour now.

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The Hair Gallery Thank you

for your patronage.

May you all have a Blessed Year!

785.272.3030

718 SW Gage Blvd.

Topeka, KS 66606

Tues-Sat, Walk-ins Welcome

Come see us today for your next new or used vehicle and experience our award winning customer service first hand!

785-266-3333 3220 S. Topeka Blvd.

Mon. & Thur. 8:30-8:00 Tues., Wed., Fri. & Sat. 8:30-6:00

www.JohnHoffer.com

34 Years

33 YEARS IN BUSINESS ALL LINES OF INSURANCE

Happy Holidays!

785-272-0222 2900 SW ATWOOD AVE.

32 Years AMERICAN EAGLE TAX SERVICE LLC 32 Years Experience Joe Wallingford David Donnelly Brenda Lynch Dennis Lemke Jim Long Amber Vasquez

Since 1981

Serving the Ford Mustang Enthusiast for 34 Years!

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Jim & Joyce Stallbaumer

TOM OWENS PLUMBING WE APPRECIATE YOUR PATRONAGE!

RESIDENTIAL

862-8622

785-582-4771

24 Years

20 Years

Auction Service

1119 Gage Blvd, Topeka, KS 66604 Ph: 785-272-4000 Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

Saturday-Sunday 1-5 p.m. www.minormedtopeka.com

27 Years

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SERVICE 785-272-8790 REPAIR Three ships of REMODEL FREE ESTIMATES the US Navy have

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(785) 256-6900

been named USS Topeka in honor of the city.

18 Years For all your auction needs contact us 15767 S. Topeka Ave, Scranton, KS 66537 (Jct Hwy 75 & 56)

785.793.2500 www.rjsauctionservice.com

214 SE 8TH AVENUE | TOPEKA

THANK YOU TOPEKA! Celebrating 24 years of quality entertainment and community programs!

785.234.2787 WWW.TPACTIX.ORG

Full service quilt shop serving Topeka and the surrounding area. We offer a large selection of fabric, books, patterns, notions and classes.

Est: 1997 4000 sq.ft. 1500+ bolts

Mon - Fri 10 - 5:30 Thur til 7 Sat 10 -3 A wide variety of fabrics, including a large selection of batiks and seasonal fabrics, quilting books, thread, and other notions.

Also an assortment of quilting-related gifts.

Many classes available.

Husqvarna Viking Dealer Brookwood Shopping Center 2900 SW Oakley Ave., Suite H

(785) 266-4130

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We would like to thank everyone for your support and business over the past 25 years.

Residential & Commercial Garage Doors and Openers Free Estimates Sales, Service and Installation

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15 Years

14 Years

Farmers, Car Coverage Your Way.

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Come Enjoy Our Weekly Specials!

Banquet Facilities upon Request

Monday – Saturday 7am-8pm Sunday – breakfast only 8am-1pm 785-233-0216 • 3036 SE 6th St - Topeka

Choose the coverage that’s right for you at a price that fits your budget My business is to help you understand your auto coverage options for your individual needs.

Your Simple Solution To Today’s Health Crisis!

HEALTH AND WEALTH MORE: energy, productive hours, income-savings, SIMPLE NUTRITION LESS: stress, inflammation, morning drag, confusing vitamins

“I am just around the corner�

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12 Years

9 Years

Trinity Contracting Company “RooďŹ ng at its Highestâ€?

Servicing North East Kansas Since 2004 • Residential • Commercial • RooďŹ ng • Repairs • Guttering • Siding • Windows • Storm damage • Insurance claims Danna Greene • Owner

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Independent Reliv Distributors

785-271-8088

2709 SW 29TH ST Brookwood BrookWood , Office Of ficePark Park www.farmersagent.com/bnewton1

The site of the Topeka Constitution Hall, Performing Arts Center/ 427-429 S. Kansas City Hall, 215 E. 7th, was Ave., built in 1855 originally the site of Col. and later, housed the George W. Veale’s Topeka Constitutional Victorian home. Pres.

Convention of 1855 Grant was honored which banned slavery in there, as were every Kansas. Registered in the Governor and US National Park Service’s “Underground Railroad Senator of Kansas until the late 1800s.

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785.224.5704 Registered with the state of Kansas

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Licensed & Insured

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510 NW Broad St., Topeka, KS 66608

785-232-2080

Proudly serving Topeka and surrounding areas for 9 years!

We are proud to announce that your Budget Blinds serving Topeka, Manhattan and the surrounding areas is now under new ownership! Call us today for your free in-home consultation.

We will bring you the best value in custom window covering for your home or business! www.budgetblinds.com

785-234-2348

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9 Years Bradley’s Corner Cafe

7 Years

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Dine in - Carry Out, We Cater!

American-Italian food at its finest!

Home Cooked Meals “From Scratch�

Celebrating 10 years in 2016

5 years strong – Thanks for your support!

Buy 1 Breakfast

www.SimplyYourSolutions.com 785-408-5445

Get Second One of Equal or Lesser Value at

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½ Price Offer good Mon.-Fri. Only

We’re by your side so your loved one can stay at home.

Whether you are looking for someone to help an aging parent a few hours a week or need more comprehensive assistance, Home Instead can help. ˆ Companionship Care ˆ Household Duties

844 N Kansas Ave

785-235-0086 Hours: Mon. 6 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Tues. - Sat. 6 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Sun. 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.

ˆ Personal Care

ˆ Respite Care

ˆ Meals & Nutrition

ˆ Hospice Care Support Services

ˆ Transportation

Serving Shawnee and Douglas Counties since Jan. 1, 2008

Where the 2nd Pizza is ALWAYS about 1/2 price!

Dinner for Two

Only $ 99 14

Small 2 Topping Pizza, 2 House or Toss Salads & 2 Homemade Garlic Rolls Expires 1/18/16. Not valid with any other offer

In Historic North Topeka. Support Your Local Business.

After 37 years of construction, the state paid off the final voucher for Capitol construction on March 24, 1903.

The total cost was about $3.2 million.

“Home of the Double Deal!!!�

View menu & specials @

www.laroccaspizza.net We accept Visa / MasterCard / Discover / American Express Sorry, no checks accepted!

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Topeka is the boyhood home of Rex Stout, author of the Nero Wolfe novels. Nero Wolfe’s investigator Archie Goodwin is named after a Topeka policeman from the 1920’s who found young Rex Stout’s stolen crank-up record player.

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