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Thursday, February 13th, 2025
Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 13th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The American Cancer Society's Couture for Cancer event is scheduled for March 1, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Townsite Ballroom in downtown Topeka, aiming to support cancer research and patient care. WIBW
- ➤ Dialogue Coffee House introduced the Wow Award to honor exceptional employees, with cashier Austin Dewitt being its first recipient. WIBW
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Road conditions in the Topeka and northeast Kansas area are improved compared to earlier blizzards and icy conditions, with officials urging caution due to snow and slippery surfaces. WIBW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Topeka man, Robert Bennett, has been arrested on charges related to a shooting that critically injured another man. WIBW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Topeka City Council greenlights two road improvement projects, including a $7.2 million full rehabilitation of S.W. Fairlawn Road and a $528,475 traffic light replacement at S.W. 21st and Belle Avenue. The Topeka Capital-Journal
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Despite frigid temperatures, families and first-time sledders gathered at Quinton Heights Hill to enjoy a day of sledding, emphasizing the importance of wearing multiple layers to stay warm. WIBW
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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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St. Patrick's Day Street Party at The Celtic Fox
The Celtic Fox hosts a lively St. Patrick's Day street party featuring a parade, live music, and family-friendly activities throughout the day.
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~ Naval Ravikant
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