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Topeka
Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Helping Hands Humane Society works daily to prevent animal cruelty by providing expert care for abused pets and offering training classes for first-time pet owners (relying on community support to rehome animals such as abandoned rabbits and treat injuries like Vinny the cat’s bullet wound). WIBW
- ➤ Leadership Greater Topeka will present its Bollywood-themed gala on May 15 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Prairie Band Casino and Resort to honor its new leadership class and distinguished alums with cultural music, dancing, and food (organized with local Indian community input). WIBW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Kansas Reflector staff swept the journalist of the year contest Sunday night by taking first, second, and third place, with senior reporter Tim Carpenter and others winning additional awards for health, column writing, new journalism, and video work. The newsroom celebrated its skilled team at the Kansas Press Association contest. Kansas Reflector
- ➤ To mark its 50th anniversary, the Combat Air Museum will celebrate on Saturday, Apr. 25 at Forbes Field. The event runs 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and includes a celebrity pancake breakfast, a hamburger meal with donations, music, military displays, a fly in market, and aviation activities for kids. WIBW
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A new poll by Advance America finds Kansans may cut back on spending if gas reaches $4.03 per gallon. Current prices in Topeka are around $3.47 as of Tuesday — leaving drivers cautious about rising costs. WIBW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Topeka’s historic vocational school certified its first Sustainable Urban Agriculture class in over 70 years — partnered with Kansas State University and Tuskegee University —. Institute President Curtis Pitts said graduates aim to boost community health and personal growth — a renewed effort for neighborhood well-being —. WIBW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday night, the Sustainability Advisory Board recommended hiring a full‑time sustainability coordinator to guide inter‑department efforts before Earth Day — a move supported by Mayor Spencer Duncan despite budget constraints. 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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