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Saturday, April 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ WIBW-TV’s Hear me. See me. campaign won the NAB Service to America Award for small market television stations for its multi-year mental health initiative that began in January 2024. The campaign will be honored at an awards gala in June & continues to raise community awareness of mental health issues. WIBW
- ➤ Goldie and Emi Griess invite local residents to Paws in the Park, an event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on April 12 at the Helping Hands Humane Society building at 5720 SW 21st St, where senior dog Goldie is available for adoption at no cost while other adult dogs are offered on a name-your-price basis with a $50 minimum. Today after 3 p.m., the first 25 pet owners arriving at the shelter will have their pets microchipped for free—although a planned food truck night has been cancelled because of weather. WIBW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Topeka teen Delron Tyree Jr, 17, was arrested Thursday on charges including two counts of attempted first-degree murder — tied to a November 30 shooting in Riley County — and he remains held on robbery charges from his March arrest. WIBW
- ➤ Tremale M. Serrano was convicted last Friday on murder charges for the 2023 killing of Jackson E. Danner (Topeka’s 31st homicide victim) and Shawnee County District Attorney Mike Kagay has recommended a Hard 50 sentence. KSNT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ This month, NOTO is hosting many art exhibits that show works by artists of all ages. At Odin’s Lair, the Topeka Zoo has art pieces from 9 local artists and zoo animals that will be auctioned at Roar and Pour—while ArtsConnect opened the Remembering the Topeka Bottoms exhibit tonight and the Noto Arts Center is hosting the month-long Redbud Youth Festival for young artists. WIBW
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HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Shawnee County Health Department will hold an open house from 3 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 8 at the *J.P. Lewis Building* on S.W. East Circle Drive to celebrate National Public Health Week. The event will let community members learn about the department’s services and programs. WIBW
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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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