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Topeka
Tuesday, April 14th, 2026
Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 14th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On April 13, more than 30 motorcycle riders and Jeep owners gathered outside Meadows Elementary to pick up an 11-year-old boy following his mother's Facebook call for support against bullying. The school district said it investigates bullying reports and works directly with families to address concerns. The Topeka Capital-Journal
- ➤ Heavy flooding damaged roads and bridges in Nemaha and Marshall counties over the weekend, prompting emergency crews to rescue stranded campers and assess repairs + warn drivers to obey road closures. WIBW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Capital City Chorus will perform Heart to Heart, its 79th annual show, with Fountain City Four plus Flint Hills Four and ReVIVE Quartet at Countryside United Methodist Church at 3 p.m. Sunday, April 19, with free admission and donations welcome. WIBW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Shawnee County commissioners voted Monday to set a 640-acre cap on large solar developments, reducing the earlier 1,000-acre proposal. They said the change will balance growth and industry (citing a 13-acre project on SW Auburn Rd as a benchmark). WIBW
- ➤ City Manager Dr. Robert Perez announced that the fleet now includes an electric vehicle outfitted for city inspection with five more scheduled to join soon; he said a Hotel Topeka deal will have an extended due diligence meeting today and urged residents to complete the budget survey open until Friday. WIBW
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Topeka’s first Holistic Spirit Mind Body Expo will be held at the Ramada Hotel and Convention Center (420 SE 6th) on Apr. 17 from 2 to 7 p.m., Apr. 18 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Apr. 19 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; admission is $5 with a $1 discount for those showing the Amethyst Treasures logo. WIBW
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Washburn junior Levi Risenhoover was named MIAA Hitter of the Week on Monday after going 9-for-17 (.529) with five extra-base hits and 10 RBIs during a 4-0 unbeaten week. He will play Fort Hays State at 3 p.m. Tuesday. WIBW
- ➤ Tomorrow, April 15, the Topeka Scarecrows will face the Binghamton Black Bears in their playoff opener at Stormont Vail Events Center (puck drop at 7:05 p.m.). Fans arriving at 5:30 p.m. will receive free t-shirts and enjoy a pregame party with music and giveaways by 96.9 The Pulse and Pepsi Cola of Topeka. WIBW
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Jefferson Starship Live Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Prairie Band Casino & Resort — Cost info not provided — Experience iconic arena rock with Jefferson Starship's legendary hits.
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Switch In Time Rocks The Barrelhouse
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Happy Basset Brewing Co — No cover charge — Enjoy an evening of legendary rock music with a favorite setlist to keep you dancing.
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Damien Gunn Band Live at Kickstart Saloon
7-11 p.m. — Kickstart Saloon — Ticket Info Not Provided — Enjoy an evening of live music with Damien Gunn Band in a vibrant local venue.
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Live Music with Big Rick Soul Band
6-10 p.m. — Compass Point: Home of Dirty Girl Adventures — Free entry — Celebrate the courtyard grand opening with great music, dancing, and fun.
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Steps for Stegman 5K
1:30-5 p.m. — Jardine Elementary — Support a worthy cause — Participate in a 5K walk/run to honor Dr. Bridget Stegman and raise funds for ALS research.
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Auditions for Shrek The Musical
6-9 p.m. — Topeka Civic Theatre & Academy — Free entry — Showcase your talent in this exciting audition for the beloved fairy tale musical.
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Through The Darkness Tour
7-11 p.m. — 6th & Polk Music & Event Space — Tickets available — Experience raw emotions and new music as Hollow Like Her debuts tracks from their upcoming EP.
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Hairball Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Stormont Vail Events Center — Last-minute tickets available — Experience a unique tribute to rock music with Hairball.
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HME Fabrication Facility Tour
12-1 p.m. — HME, Inc. — Free entry — Explore the structural steel and miscellaneous metals fabrication facility and learn about the Haas Group's specialized companies.
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The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Topeka Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience an epic concert breathing dark energy into legendary Rock & Metal.
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