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Friday, March 28th, 2025
Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of March.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Crews responded to a crash at 7:45 a.m. on March 27 at S.W. 53rd Street — Indian Hills Road, about a mile southwest of Lake Sherwood; officials have not yet confirmed any injuries. WIBW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Topeka man, Danny J. Belisle Jr., 49, was arrested for aggravated burglary and stalking on Tuesday night when officers responded to a reported disturbance near the 3600 block of SE Colorado—he fled before being later taken into custody. WIBW
- ➤ 53-year-old Todd Armstrong was released from Shawnee County Jail after posting a $25,000 bond on Wednesday morning for charges related to a fatal April 11 crash near Topeka that killed second-grade teacher Ashleigh Boyd—he is scheduled to appear in court on April 23—. WIBW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Shawnee County Commission approved the intent to issue two industrial revenue bonds during public hearings on March 27 to support Dover Companies’ plan to expand Cedarhurst Senior Living and AMD Partners’ proposal for multifamily housing in Topeka—county bond counsel Bob Perry said this is the first step in a process that will include Dover’s $13.75 million and AMD’s $15 million requests. The Topeka Capital-Journal
- ➤ Multiple state agencies including the Kansas Department of Transportation, Highway Patrol and the Department of Health and Environment met at the Capitol on Thursday for the second annual Drive to Zero Day event to reduce highway fatalities. Officials said preliminary data showed last year had 338 deaths—the fewest since recordkeeping began—and they urged drivers to buckle up and avoid distractions. KSNT
- ➤ The Kansas House rejected a property tax relief plan that capped appraisal increases at 4% and was estimated to deliver about $1 billion in state tax cuts over five years after the Senate revived it on Thursday for further debate—critics warned the measure would reduce revenue for education and building funds. Kansas Reflector
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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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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.
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Jerry Seinfeld Live in Topeka
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Topeka Performing Arts Center — Tickets from $42 — Enjoy a night of laughs with legendary comedian Jerry Seinfeld.
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Open House for Stunning Shawnee Heights Ranch
1:30-3 p.m. — 2613 SE Scorpio Ave, Topeka, KS — Free entry — Explore a beautiful 5BD/3BA home featuring custom upgrades and spacious living areas.
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Sesame Street Live! Say Hello
6-10 p.m. — Topeka Performing Arts Center — Fun for the whole family — Sing and dance along with Elmo and friends in this interactive musical adventure.
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BUILD My Future
9 a.m. — Stormont Vail Events Center — Free entry — An engaging hands-on showcase for students to explore career opportunities in the construction industry.
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Hairball: A Rock Revival Celebration
— Time not specified — Stormont Vail Events Center — Tickets available now — Experience the electrifying performances of iconic rock bands in one unforgettable night.
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