Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 10th of January.
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🏘️ Community
Sparklight awarded $2K to East Central Kansas Economic Opportunity Corporation for its Rent and Utility Assistance Program—helping low-income residents in Emporia avoid housing loss.
The grant strengthens support for families facing rising financial pressures.
Barbara Smith from Junction City honored lost lives on Jan.
1 by carrying an American flag and a rucksack with names during the First Day Hike at Tuttle Creek State Park near Manhattan. She added names from Camp Mystic and 9/11 to keep memories alive.
Helping Hands Humane Society is hosting a Pups and Pigs name-your-price adoption event starting today with a $0 minimum for dogs and guinea pigs.
Binx, a five-year-old boxer mix with a partially enlarged heart who recovered from skin issues as a stray, is available for adoption.
Starting Jan. 22, the library will sponsor free Geri-Fit exercise classes for seniors and those new to regular workouts at West Ridge Mall.
The sessions run every Thursday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. (held at the Book Nook near the food court) and feature resistance training with provided equipment.
Mirror Inc. received a letter on Jan.
2 confirming that funding for its Work for Success program will continue past July despite previous concerns. The reentry services program (which helps adults with personal and professional development) is supported by the Kansas Department for Children and Families.
🎭 Culture
North Topeka Arts and Entertainment District has acquired a property to create housing in the future, though construction won’t start for several years.
The district will also begin a mural project on the north end of Kansas Avenue bridge this year + lead artist Zandra Sneed-Dawkins will direct the work.
🎉 Topeka Events
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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.
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.
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.
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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