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Sunday, April 6th, 2025
Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 6th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ For 22 years, the YWCA Northeast Kansas Center for Safety and Empowerment has held its Concealed Revealed Art Auction that raises funds for free and confidential services for survivors of domestic and sexual violence, stalking and human trafficking. Last year, the auction raised over $60,000 — a sum that helped provide assistance to more than 1,700 survivors in our community. WIBW
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Topeka Police said around 1:30 a.m. Saturday a vehicle drove off the I-70 overpass near 2nd and S. Kansas Ave—on a blocked section under construction, the driver was pronounced dead on scene. WIBW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Topeka Police arrested a 25-year-old suspect on April 4 in North Topeka after officers responded before 11 p.m. to reports of a battered person on the 600 block of North Kansas Avenue; the suspect now faces charges (attempted murder, kidnapping and aggravated battery). KSNT
- ➤ Oklahoma resident Gary Hermesch, 66, is charged with first-degree murder for the April 3 shooting death of Father Arul Carasala and now faces life in prison after entering Nemaha Co. court in a wheelchair on Friday — his preliminary hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, April 15th at 11:30 a.m. WIBW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The documentary project Reclaiming Home: Remembering the Topeka Bottoms debuted at the Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Site with an exhibition and screening that featured 39 storytellers—organizers say another screening will be held in May and the exhibition at ArtsConnect will remain on display until May 31. 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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