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Topeka
Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Compassion Impact Center will open on Apr. 7 at the former Children’s Palace of the Rescue Mission to offer housing support and health services for people experiencing homelessness—more than 60 agencies will work together to ensure no one is turned away. WIBW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ High School Musical, Jr. will run from March 6 to 22 at Helen Hocker Theater in Gage Park, with performances at 7 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. on Sundays. The production offers younger actors a special take on the popular Disney musical. WIBW
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Topeka increased on Monday, with unleaded ranging from $2.45 to $2.79 per gallon and diesel from $3.25 to $3.73 (GasBuddy data). The local rates were higher than last week and last month but still below last year’s averages. WIBW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Topeka Public Schools hosted USD 501’s second Job Olympics on Monday, March 2 for high school students with special needs to test work and daily living skills in 15 simulations (including coin recognition and table setting) as the event now includes schools outside the district. WIBW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Kansas African American Legislative Caucus hosted an Economic Summit on March 2, 2026, to address decline in Black land ownership and boost resources for farmers of color — community leaders, lawmakers, and USDA partners worked together for economic growth. WIBW
- ➤ Retired Command Sgt. Maj. Terry P. Richardson of Fort Riley, credited with saving 85 soldiers during the Vietnam War, was awarded the Medal of Honor at the White House on Monday, becoming the base’s 39th recipient. WIBW
- ➤ Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach urges consumers today to stay alert for scams during National Consumer Protection Week, which runs March 1-7; his office advises contacting companies directly and using secure payment methods to avoid imposter, job, investment, and online shopping scams. WIBW
- ➤ Rep. John Resman (70), a longtime legislator and former law enforcement official, died unexpectedly Monday at his home. Gov. Laura Kelly ordered flags to fly at half-staff during his interment and his seat will be filled through the appointment process. Kansas Reflector
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A local expert warned that Medicaid managed care groups sometimes drop mental health providers without clear cause, leaving patients in rural areas to travel farther for care and stressing an already fragile support network. Kansas Reflector
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ K-State infielder Grant Gallagher earned Big 12 Co-Newcomer honors after hitting a two-run homer for the win over Columbia — the senior transfer from East Tennessee State added his first series win, and K-State will open its next game Friday, March 6 at 4 p.m. at Tointon Family Stadium. WIBW
- ➤ Tickets are on sale for the IHRA Outlaw Nitro Series drag racing event from Oct. 8-10 at Heartland Motorsports Park in Topeka. Adults pay $40 for a day pass while children 12 and under get free entry. WIBW
- ➤ Topeka native Dagen Brewer earned MIAA Hitter of the Week honors last week after posting an .857 average with 12 hits in 14 at-bats while helping No. 2 Pittsburg State secure four wins (including multiple doubles and home runs) and extending a 37-game hitting streak; he now holds a .567 season average. WIBW
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Larry the Cable Guy Live Show
7-10 p.m. — Prairie Band Casino & Resort — Ticket prices vary — Catch the hilarious Larry the Cable Guy as he brings laughs to his fans with all-new material.
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Mater Dei Irish Fest 5k
3-4 p.m. — Evergy Plaza — Check the festival's website for registration fee — Celebrate the return of the Mater Dei Irish Festival with a spirited 5k and lively Irish music.
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Hoops Madness
10:50 a.m.-11:15 p.m. — Prairie Band Casino & Resort — Tickets starting at $87.45 — Experience an exciting day of basketball action at Prairie Band Hoops Madness.
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AM Club
10 AM – 12 PM — Townsite Tower — Buy one get one free — Enjoy great music and vibes while making new friends over coffee and treats.
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Tower of Power Concert
7-10 p.m. — Prairie Band Casino & Resort — Cost not specified — Experience the best in funk and soul music from the legendary Tower of Power.
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Gelli Print Plant Collage Workshop
5-7:30 p.m. — Mize Art Studio — Cost not specified — Create vibrant printed papers and transform them into unique plant-themed collages.
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