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Thursday, February 6th, 2025

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Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of February.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Early Wednesday in Topeka, Kansas, icy conditions caused several non-injury vehicle crashes and led to temporary road closures, including a portion of westbound I-70.  WIBW
  • Topeka firefighters responded to a fire in the Hi-Crest area, resulting in one person possibly suffering from smoke inhalation.  WIBW
  • Early Wednesday, crews attended a two-vehicle rollover crash on US-40 highway in eastern Shawnee County, with no injuries immediately reported.  WIBW

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Topeka city leaders approved changes to a camping ordinance, potentially allowing for the cleanup of an estimated 20 homeless camps to protect public infrastructure.  KSNT

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Fri, 2/7/25

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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.

    Sat, 2/8/25

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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.

    Sat, 2/15/25

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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.

    Fri, 2/21/25

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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.

    Fri, 2/28/25

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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.

    Sat, 3/1/25

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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.

    Sun, 3/2/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Buy your winter clothes in summer and summer clothes in winter.

~ Benjamin Graham

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