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Friday, January 31st, 2025
Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 31st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The I-70 Polk-Quincy Viaduct reconstruction project in Topeka, set to start next week, will focus on widening the interstate and building a new viaduct, with expected completion in late 2027. WIBW
- ➤ TPAC received an $18,000 sponsorship from Security Benefit to support a diverse range of quality family-oriented shows for the upcoming 2025-2026 season. WIBW
- ➤ A section of Southwest Mulvane Street in Topeka will be closed for 30-40 days due to extensive repairs needed after a transformer blew. KSNT
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Emergency crews were called to a three-vehicle collision early Thursday in Topeka's Oakland neighborhood with no immediate information on injuries. WIBW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Newly released videos reveal Topeka police fatally shot Taylor Lowery, who was holding a wrench and not a knife as previously claimed by authorities, challenging the official narrative of the 2022 shooting. Kansas Reflector
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Kansas Statehouse unveiled a new mural titled "Rebel Women" by artist Phyllis Garibay-Coon, celebrating the women's suffrage movement in Kansas. The Topeka Capital-Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Washburn men's basketball team claimed a 74-65 win against Fort Hays State, whereas the Washburn women's team lost 85-47 in a doubleheader event. WIBW
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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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Kansas Silent Film Festival: A Girl in Every Port Screening
The Kansas Silent Film Festival features a screening of the classic silent film 'A Girl in Every Port' accompanied by live music, providing an immersive experience of silent cinema.
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Pisces Paint & Party in Topeka
This event invites participants to enjoy a fun evening of painting and socializing with drinks on March 1st, 2025.
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Topeka Japanese Cultural Celebration: A Unique Event Supporting Rescue Cats
The inaugural Topeka Japanese Cultural Celebration on March 2, 2025, features traditional Japanese activities, authentic cuisine, and a fundraising effort to support local rescue cats.
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