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Topeka
Sunday, February 16th, 2025
Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 16th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Top City Promise, a Topeka-based nonprofit, aids refugees in building new lives through housing, jobs, and a Charity Masquerade Ball fundraiser set for February 22. The Topeka Capital-Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Three people sustained non-life threatening injuries from apparent gunshot wounds in Topeka, with police investigating the incident. WIBW
- ➤ The Topeka Police Department arrested Tanner Bartlett for possession of methamphetamine, amphetamines, marijuana, and related paraphernalia during a search warrant execution. WIBW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Hanna Kemble-Mick, an elementary school counselor at Indian Hills, was a finalist for National School Counselor of the Year, using AI to innovate counseling and student support. The Topeka Capital-Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Federal layoffs are affecting jobs and natural resource programs in Kansas, with up to 80 positions possibly eliminated and several conservation and educational programs experiencing disruptions. KSNT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Apostolic Church of Jesus Christ partnered with the American Red Cross for a Sickle Cell blood drive to improve health outcomes for African Americans, highlighting the low donation rate among this group. WIBW
- ➤ Community members attended the 'Walk with a Doc' event at Washburn University to discuss heart health and the importance of staying active, led by Cardiologist Dr. Chen Chow. WIBW
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Washburn men's basketball team, ranked No. 1, lost their second consecutive game, while the women's team secured a win against Northeastern State. WIBW
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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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