News and Updates
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Community Conversation on Public Health
LiveWell Shawnee County along with the Shawnee County Health Department and other organizations held Community Conversation on Public Health, a dynamic event that brings together residents, leaders and change makers across the county.
Myron Leinwetter Becomes New Co-Chair of Active Environment Impact Team!
Meet Myron Leinwetter, new co-chair of Active Environment Impact Team!
Make a Nomination for the 2025 Shawnee County Health Department Public Health Champion Awards!
The 2025 awards will honor one individual and one organization that have made outstanding contributions to advancing health equity and improving community well-being throughout Topeka and Shawnee County.
Together Topeka Riverbank Cleanup
Community volunteers cleared trash from the levee on the south bank of the Kansas River near downtown, while the Kaw River Guides took care of the Topeka weir.
World Food Safety Day
Whether you’re cooking your first meals in a college dorm or meal-prepping for the week ahead, understanding the basics of food safety can help you avoid foodborne illnesses and keep your kitchen a safe and healthy place.
Ross Elementary Adds Traffic Garden
Ross Elementary recently added a new traffic garden to their school, where students can learn the rules of the road in a safe and controlled environment!
Food Secure Communities Initiative
For the first time in many years, six of the area's larger-capacity pantries gathered to discuss assets and gaps across the food security landscape of Shawnee County. Pantries county-wide work tirelessly to feed those needing food assistance.
Dr. Myron Leinwetter Recieves Honorable Mention at 2025 Kansas Health Champion Awards
Dr. Myron Leinwetter’s tireless effort to improve the health and wellness of Rossvile is being recognized this year by the Governor’s Council on Wellness! Congratulations Dr. Leinwetter!
LiveWell Shawnee County to return as Pathways to a Healthy Kansas Community
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas announces it has selected the LiveWell Shawnee County coalition for its third phase of the Pathways to a Healthy Kansas initiative!
Gallery - LiveWell Action Summit 2024
Check out images from our 2024 LiveWell Action Summit!
Gallery - Pathways Phase II Celebration
Photos from our Pathways Phase II celebration at Sunflower Foundation!
Local Food Fellow
Central Topeka Grocery Oasis (CTGO) and Shawnee County Farm and Food Advisory Council (SCFFAC), in partnership with K-State Research and Extension Local Food Systems, is seeking a Local Food Fellow.
Gallery - Rossville Community Trail Ribbon Cutting
The City of Rossvile recently opened up the first phase of the Community Trails project and held a ribbon cutting to celebrate!
Gallery - LiveWell Action Summit
Photos from the 2023 LiveWell Action Summit held at Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library.