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Topeka
Tuesday, January 6th, 2026
Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging will mark 50 years with three celebration events: a Resource Fair on July 25 at Agriculture Hall, a Fun Run on Aug. 29 at Lake Shawnee, + a Gala on Sept. 25 at the Topeka Zoo. WIBW
- ➤ The 37th annual Topeka Farm Show kicks off today at Stormont Vail Events Center with over 450 booths, live cattle demonstrations, horsemanship clinics, and prize registrations. It runs Tuesday (9 a.m.-5 p.m.), Wednesday (9 a.m.-7 p.m.), and Thursday (9 a.m.-4 p.m.) with free admission and parking. WIBW
- ➤ Topeka Community Foundation welcomes three new board members (Molly Howey, Todd Payne, and Mark Slyter) who will serve three-year terms beginning this year. Board Chair Shane Van Dalsem said they bring valuable skills to grow local initiatives. WIBW
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Topeka native Tre Richardson, a Highland Park High School graduate (46 catches for 806 yards and 7 touchdowns at Vanderbilt last season), will enter the NCAA Transfer Portal now after transferring from Washburn and playing at Hutchinson Community College. 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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CNA Refresher Course in Topeka
Feb 3-9 — Homestead Assisted Living & Memory Care — Course fee required — Complete essential CNA training with both online and hands-on clinical components.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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