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Monday, February 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ At the Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, the 21st annual African American Read-In held Sunday featured readings and creative writing prompts (attendees were encouraged to share personal stories) and will return in 2027. WIBW
- ➤ Washburn University hosted the All-American Band Concert Sunday afternoon, where about 60 musicians from Topeka and Northeast Kansas performed, and Sigma Alpha Iota sponsored the event & will use funds to offer music scholarships. WIBW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Topeka Police Department is offering its 30th biannual citizens academy starting March 5, with classes held every Thursday from 6 to 9 p.m. until May 28; interested adults must submit applications by Feb. 27. The Topeka Capital-Journal
- ➤ The Topeka Shawnee County Public Library held a prize pick up on Feb. 1 for its Winter Reading Challenge, where 1,100 readers got a mug and refreshments such as cookies + hot chocolate were served. More reading challenges will take place later this year. WIBW
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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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CNA Refresher Course
Feb 17 - Feb 23 — Homestead Assisted Living & Memory Care of Topeka — Course fee applies — Complete your nursing assistant refresher course with a mix of online and in-person clinical training.
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Evening with Cleveland Blue
6-10 p.m. — Compass Point: Home of Dirty Girl Adventures — $10 cover — Experience soulful blues with the legendary Cleveland Blue and a local opener.
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Topeka LEGO Brick Convention
10 AM - 5 PM — Stormont Vail Events Center — Tickets start at $39 — Experience a weekend filled with creativity and fun at the Brick Convention.
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