Shawnee County’s judicial journey began in Tecumseh, with the original county seat established in 1855. The first courthouse, built in 1856, was a 40x50-foot structure that remained unfinished.

The Shawnee County Courthouse renovations are finished after two years of work and a cost of nearly $14.5 million. The project included HVAC system upgrades, new windows, ...

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Local officials are gearing up to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Shawnee County Courthouse and completion of its $14.5 million modernization project. Shawnee County ...

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Shawnee County Commissioner Aaron Mays joined the 27 News Morning Show to discuss various happenings around the county including the Shawnee County Courthouse and Oakland Pool ...

Amanda Monhollon with the Shawnee County government said in a press release the courthouse will be lit up with green lights from Nov. 4 to Nov. 11 as part of this year’s Operation Green Light.