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Topeka
Wednesday, March 5th, 2025
Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Gage Park in Topeka will open its mini-train and over 100-year-old carousel on March 15, with daily operations during spring break and weekend availability thereafter until summer. WIBW
- ➤ Northwest 46th Street in Topeka will close for roundabout construction, with concerns raised about the safety of the detour route for high school students. WIBW
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Monday night fire at a west Topeka home resulted in $30,000 in damages and the loss of two dogs, with the cause of the fire remaining undetermined. WIBW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A former Kansas process server was sentenced to 18 months of supervised probation and eight weekends in jail for falsifying the delivery of hundreds of legal documents. The Topeka Capital-Journal
- ➤ Gerardo Munoz-Lopez was arrested for an aggravated battery after a stabbing in East Topeka left a man with life-threatening injuries. WIBW
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A proposed Kansas House bill aims to prohibit credit and debit card companies from charging transaction fees on the sales tax and tip portions of purchases, amid objections from banking and credit union representatives. Kansas Reflector
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A blizzard warning, including potential 1-3 inches of snow and up to 65 mph wind gusts, is in effect for Topeka and northeast Kansas, urging limited travel. WIBW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Department of Government Efficiency's closure of the Topeka USDA office, led by dedicated employees supporting over 117,000 Kansas farmers, raises concerns beyond the claimed savings. Kansas Reflector
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Brett Ballard, Washburn's head coach, was named MIAA Coach of the Year, leading his team to a 26-2 record and a conference championship, with all starters receiving All-MIAA honors. WIBW
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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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World Water Day at Topeka Zoo
This event offers an opportunity to learn about water conservation and highlights ways individuals can contribute to preserving water resources.
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AJ Wilkerson Live Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Stormont Vail Events Center — Regular Tickets: $25, VIP Tickets: $65 — Experience a rising star comedian in an intimate setting with gourmet dining options.
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Jeni Grouws Solo Performance
6-10 p.m. — Compass Point: Home of Dirty Girl Adventures — $15 — Experience an intimate solo performance from rising star Jeni Grouws in a cozy venue.
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