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Tuesday, January 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Stormont Vail Events Center in Topeka is set to host its Ninth Annual Capital City Carnage Demolition Derby, attracting nearly 400 drivers over two days. KSNT
- ➤ Thirty individuals from various countries were naturalized as U.S. citizens in a ceremony at the Kansas Capitol, symbolizing their commitment to building futures in the United States. Kansas Reflector
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 24-year-old Topeka man was arrested for a shooting that critically injured a juvenile. KSNT
- ➤ In Topeka, Kansas, a man was arrested for distributing fentanyl and methamphetamine close to a school following a search warrant that uncovered drugs and firearms. WIBW
- ➤ Three individuals were discovered deceased in Shawnee County, with the sheriff's office actively investigating and currently not perceiving any public threat. KSNT
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ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ JC Penney in West Ridge Mall, Topeka, will close by May 31, 2025, with the space set for transformation into office, retail, and restaurant areas starting in 2027. KSNT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Washburn University is set to host over 486 students for the Future Business Leaders of America Kansas District VII conference to compete in business-related presentations. WIBW
- ➤ Topeka public schools celebrated mid-year graduations, allowing seniors to access financial aid and scholarships sooner. WIBW
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Starting in 2025, Veterans using My HealtheVet will need to sign in using Login.gov or ID.me, affecting over 7,500 users in the VA Eastern Kansas HealthCare System. WIBW
- ➤ SENT Topeka has opened the Southside Wellness Clinic in southeast Topeka to provide more accessible healthcare options for lower-income families with Medicaid. KSNT
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Washburn Ichabods Women's Basketball vs. Fort Hays State Tigers
Watch an exciting NCAA basketball game featuring the Washburn Ichabods facing off against the Fort Hays State Tigers at Lee Arena.
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Pretend Friend Concert
Enjoy a live concert featuring Pretend Friend at the Happy Basset Barrel House in Topeka.
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NA Meetings - Open Discussion for Beginners
An open candlelight discussion meeting for beginners providing supportive conversations in English.
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Weekly Country Dance Nights at Happy Basset Barrel House
Country Dance Nights feature free entry for ladies and dance lessons, providing an opportunity for the Topeka community to enjoy country music and dancing.
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2025 Kansas Lawn and Garden Show
The Kansas Lawn and Garden Show offers homeowners a vast array of exhibits and expert discussions on landscaping, gardening, and home improvement in a family-friendly environment.
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2025 Topeka Polar Plunge
The 2025 Topeka Polar Plunge offers a fun-filled day featuring registration, a costume contest, cornhole games, and a silent auction to benefit Special Olympics Kansas.
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Top Town Throw Down – TBTWC Home Tournament
The Top Town Throw Down is a wrestling tournament for Open, Novice, and Girls divisions held at Washburn Rural High School.
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Sumner Academy Boys Varsity Basketball at Highland Park
The Highland Park varsity basketball team hosts Sumner Academy for a home conference game, showcasing competitive high school athletics.
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