These historic Topeka buildings desperately need renovation

TOPEKA (KSNT) - Two historic buildings in the capital city are long overdue for renovation. The question is: what's the holdup?

The old Red Carpet Inn has sat in a state of disrepair for nearly 20 years and the Menninger Tower even longer.

Last purchased via Shawnee County auction in Oct. 2021, a City of Topeka spokesman said the owners of the hotel are still working on securing grants to help fund a revamp.

The owners have not responded to multiple requests for comment.