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Topeka
Wednesday, January 14th, 2026
Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Cake blends humor and life lessons in its story of love and acceptance at Helen Hocker Theater. It runs Jan. 23 to 24, 29 to 31 at 7 p.m. and Feb. 1 at 2 p.m. near the Topeka Zoo in Gage Park. WIBW
- ➤ The Friends sale runs Jan. 16-18 at the TSCPL Marvin Auditorium, offering bargain books + movies + record albums. Members shop Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. while the public can visit Saturday and enjoy bag day on Sunday. WIBW
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ IHRA announced a drag racing event from Oct. 8 to Oct. 10 at Heartland Motorsports Park in Topeka. The park—acquired by IHRA late last year—will host elite teams competing in the Outlaw Nitro Series starting in March. WIBW
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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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The Marshall Tucker Band Concert
7-9 PM — Prairie Band Casino & Resort — Enjoy a night of classic southern rock hits from a legendary band.
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