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Topeka
Monday, April 20th, 2026
Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 20th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers at Helping Hands Humane Society keep shelter dogs active & socialized through playgroups and training classes that prepare them for adoption. The shelter plans to expand these programs to offer more dogs daily exercise and socialization opportunities. WIBW
- ➤ On April 19, over 50 JUMP members marched from University United Methodist Church to a Habitat for Humanity rehabilitation project to urge the City Council to fully fund the Affordable Housing Trust Fund; they carried 650 paper keys to mark the needs ahead of the Nehemiah Action Assembly on April 30. The Topeka Capital-Journal
- ➤ A group of Seaman High School students rode the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile to prom Saturday night at Townsite Ballroom after asking the crew for a unique ride. They first spotted the iconic vehicle in a Dillons parking lot in North Topeka and took the opportunity offered during its promotional tour. WIBW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Seaman High School students rode the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile to prom after asking crew members at a North Topeka Dillons grocery store. They surprised friends at Townsite Ballroom (a memorable twist on the usual limo ride) and made prom night extra special. 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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