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Tuesday, March 11th, 2025

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Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 11th of March.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Tulip Time 2025, founded by the late Jerold Binkley, will showcase thousands of tulips across Shawnee County Parks in Topeka, Kansas during April, with special events including Tulips at Twilight and a festival at Ted Ensley Gardens.  WIBW

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A woman was pronounced deceased after being hit by a vehicle in a North Topeka Walmart parking lot, with Topeka Police and Fire Departments responding.  WIBW
  • A kitchen fire in a southwest Topeka home was extinguished swiftly by the fire department, causing an estimated $4,000 in damages, with no injuries reported.  WIBW
  • Emergency crews responded to a collision at S.E. 28th Street and Golden Avenue in southeast Topeka early Monday morning, with details on injuries pending.  WIBW

CRIME NEWS

  • A 47-year-old Topeka woman was arrested after a vehicle pursuit post-theft from a local business, leading to non-life-threatening injuries.  WIBW
  • Robert Reyes was arrested in connection with Topeka's third homicide of 2025 after a weekend shooting.  WIBW

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Eastern Kansas faces potential severe weather and increased fire risk on Friday due to a strong storm system, with critical conditions already prompting a red flag warning.  The Topeka Capital-Journal

EVENTS

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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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  • 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.

    Sat, 3/22/25

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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.

    Sat, 3/29/25

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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.

    Fri, 4/4/25

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  • Topeka Spirit Fair - Body & Soul Rejuvenation

    10:00 AM - 5:00 PM — The Woodshed Event Center — $3 daily ($5 weekend pass) — A two-day symposium exploring holistic wellness and personal development.

    Sat, 4/5/25

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