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Wednesday, February 12th, 2025
Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of February.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An overnight fire at a North Topeka warehouse resulted in an estimated $175,000 in damages with no occupants present, and the cause is under investigation. WIBW
- ➤ A man was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries after a car-pedestrian collision in south Topeka. WIBW
- ➤ Emergency crews addressed a car fire in the parking lot of the Target Distribution Center in south Topeka, with no injuries reported. WIBW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A vehicle was stolen at gunpoint in Topeka, and the victim and assailant were acquainted; no injuries or arrests were reported. WIBW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Topeka Public School Superintendent Dr. Tiffany Anderson discussed preparing for potential snow days and the impact on the academic calendar, alongside other topics like Black History Month and the Super Bowl. KSNT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Topeka businessman advocates for Kansas legislation to permit the sale of vaping products through vending machines, aiming to expand his business and arguing it offers a safer alternative for consumers in bars. Kansas Reflector
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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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