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Tuesday, February 18th, 2025

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Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of February.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Topeka Fire Department's 2024 report indicates a decrease in total calls but a 20% increase in structure fires compared to 2023.  KSNT

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Firefighters extinguished a dumpster fire behind the Giving Tree store in Topeka, with no injuries or structural damage reported.  WIBW

CRIME NEWS

  • Four individuals were detained in Shawnee County during two traffic stops for various narcotics-related offenses.  WIBW
  • Police responded to an incident in a southwest Topeka parking lot, taking one person into custody.  WIBW

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The Kansas Museum of History is set to reopen this fall after extensive renovations, offering a new thematic exhibit design to enhance educational visits.  Kansas Reflector

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Topeka, KS, begins road preparation for anticipated snowfall early this week by treating major routes and opening downtown parking garages to aid snow removal.  KSNT

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • In Kansas, state lawmakers require counties to offer 18 essential services while also increasing scrutiny on the property taxes that predominantly finance these services.  Kansas Reflector

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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  • 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.

    Sat, 3/15/25

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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

The first step toward success is taken when you refuse to be a captive of the environment in which you first find yourself.

~ Mark Caine

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