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Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 2nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kansas Gas Service observes National Safe Digging Month and advises residents to call 811 at least two working days before starting any digging project to mark underground utilities. Residents who take the 2025 Safe Digging Pledge will be entered into a drawing to win a free tree from the Arbor Day Foundation—an effort that promotes safe digging practices. WIBW
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Crews responded to a report of a two-vehicle crash at Morse and N. Kansas Avenue in North Topeka on Tuesday morning at about 8:05 a.m.—no injuries were reported. WIBW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Academics from KU will release a project on the Topeka Bottoms neighborhood—an art exhibit with over two dozen tabletop models and a documentary film exploring memories of a community cleared in the 1950s and 1960s for I-70. Visitors can attend the exhibition at Arts Connect on April 4 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. with an artist talk at 6:30 p.m., and the film will premiere on April 5 at 2:30 p.m. at the Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Site with a recognition of contributors ahead of a Q&A session. KSNT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Kelly issued a verbal state of disaster emergency proclamation on April 1 due to a red flag fire warning in effect until April 2 and forecasts predicting extreme wildfire conditions in parts of the northwest and southwest—state resources were activated to assist local responders amid strong winds, low humidity and potential severe thunderstorms. WIBW
- ➤ The Kansas Department of Commerce launched the SIGNS grant on April 1 to improve downtown retail and commercial signage. The grant offers up to $250,000 for projects that follow state guidelines—applicants must propose at least three signs and finish work within six months—supporting the unique character of historic downtowns. WIBW
- ➤ The State of Kansas ended March with total tax collections of $636.9 million—which is 2% below estimates and 16.2% lower than last March. Officials will meet on April 17 to review the fall revenue estimate. WIBW
- ➤ The 190th hosted a survey team from the National Guard Bureau and active-duty Air Force at Forbes Field Tuesday to check if it can be the new base for KC-46 Pegasus operations. The Air Force will review seven bases and a final decision will come in the fall — officials said. WIBW
- ➤ Applications for the free Camp Courage program by the Topeka Fire Department are open from April 1 through May 1 for young women aged 16 to 20 to gain hands-on firefighting experience from June 2 to 6, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.—participants study fire-extinguisher use, hose deployment, rescue operations, and basic first aid under experienced female firefighters. WIBW
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Annex Group will build Union Tower—a new affordable housing complex in southeast Topeka with 250 one-, two- and three-bedroom units and rents around $700—after the Topeka City Council approved $12M in tax incentives on April 1 and provided county bonds; construction will begin soon near S.E. Quincy and 11th streets to add affordable homes for local residents. The Topeka Capital-Journal
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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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A Taste of Ireland
7:30-9 p.m. — Topeka Performing Arts Center — Tickets starting at $51 — Experience the rich culture of Ireland through an engaging theatrical performance.
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TopCity Half Marathon
7:30-11:30 a.m. — Evergy Plaza — Registration required — Lace up for the 6th Annual TopCity Half Marathon and 5k as participants race through the heart of Topeka.
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