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Friday, January 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Motorcyclists gathered for Harley-Davidson’s First Ride of the Year event yesterday afternoon in Topeka. Riders said the group ride built community and honored a tradition that brings people together to start the new year on two wheels. WIBW
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Stormont Vail Health welcomed the first baby born in Shawnee County in 2026. Baby Emersyn was born at 1:37 a.m. on Jan. 1 weighing 6 lbs. 14.5 oz. and measuring 19 inches, and her parents Sydney and Alex Steffen are excited to raise her in Topeka. WIBW
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Yung Bleu Live Concert
8 PM - 12 AM — The Woodshed Event Center — $30 general admission, $200 VIP options available — Experience an electrifying performance by Yung Bleu in Topeka.
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The Calm Oasis Sessions
8:30 p.m. — McFarland Farm — Free entry — Engage in soothing group sessions designed to foster relaxation and community connection.
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The Band Perry Concert
7-10 p.m. — Prairie Band Casino & Resort — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a night with the GRAMMY-winning trio known for their genre-defying sound.
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Friday Night Comedy Showcase
8-9:30 p.m. — Cosmos Court Comedy Club — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening of laughs with top comedians from the Midwest and beyond.
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