Good morning, Topeka.

Baker’s Dozen raised nearly $14,000 today by donating $1 per dozen sale—and multiple local businesses matched these contributions—to support Kansas Big Brothers Big Sisters in its effort to boost youth mentoring.

Rock the Plains Country Music Festival moved to Alma for its second year, set for Aug.

7 & 8 off I-70 & Wabaunsee Rd; the event offers an expanded lineup including Travis Tritt & others, though there is no camping available at the new venue.

State officials and the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation clashed at a Fairway hearing over the Shawnee Indian Mission Site as the tribe plans a cultural center and ownership transfer in July 2028 — while the state vows to maintain stewardship of the historic campus.

Gas prices spiked nationally yesterday due to supply disruptions from the Iran conflict, but local pumps in Topeka remained among the lowest (about $2.92 to $2.99 per gallon) according to AAA data.

Topeka Public Schools held its seventh annual World Languages Fair Monday, where students explored Russian, Turkish, Japanese and Native American Potawatomi, offered for the first time.

All three high schools participated as organizers explained how learning a new language can help in everyday situations.

Local advisor Madeline Key (Jones Advisory Group) advises investors to diversify portfolios amid market swings for retirement safety today; she recommends avoiding emotional decisions and views current dips as buying opportunities for younger families.

Topeka Fire Chief Chad Longstaff and Deputy Chief Kevin Gill visited Eye on NE Kansas to urge residents to check smoke alarm batteries.

They noted free alarms are available and fire station open houses will run from 4 to 7 p.m. starting with Station 7 on April 3.

Schools across Kansas are receiving free Naloxone Boxes from the Attorney General's Office + DCCCA to help prevent opioid overdoses.

Washburn University got its kit on Monday, Mar. 9, and 13 more sites will be served by the end of March.

Mark Turgeon was unveiled as UMKC men's basketball head coach Monday, March 9.

He talked about his hometown of Topeka during the ceremony.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.