Friday, February 7th, 2025
Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Topeka announces a major road construction on Southwest Topeka Boulevard, aiming for completion in 2026, ensuring minimal traffic disruption. KSNT
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A two-story house in northeast Topeka sustained $30,000 in damages from a fire, with no injuries reported and the cause pending investigation. WIBW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Topeka man was arrested for firing a shot at a pickup truck during a misunderstanding, leading to the discovery of multiple firearms and illegal narcotics at his home. WIBW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Topeka and Shawnee Co. Public Library's African American Read-In event, celebrating Black authors, is set for Feb. 8, continuing its 25-year tradition. WIBW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Washburn University receives a $50 million donation from alumni Greg and Ronda Brenneman for a new healthcare education facility. KSNT
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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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