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Topeka
Friday, May 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Air Force Band will perform a free concert at 7:30 p.m. Monday, May 5 at the Topeka Performing Arts Center as part of Military Appreciation Month—organizers from the Topeka Jazz Workshop will also host a celebration starting at 5 p.m. outside the Holliday Building with local school performances and special recognitions. WIBW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police investigated a stabbing early Thursday at 6:28 a.m. in the Oakland neighborhood of northeast Topeka on the 1100 block of N.E. Strait Avenue—just west of Philip Billard Municipal Airport as officials reported only minor injuries occurred. WIBW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Washburn University will host an event to honor the historic 1954 Brown v. Board of Education decision on May 18 at the Memorial Union. Tim Wise will speak to the community and a Q&A session and meet-and-greet will follow — registration is required because space is limited. WIBW
- ➤ Cinco de Mayo Viva will take place from 2 to 10:30 p.m. Saturday, May 3 at Evergy Plaza in downtown Topeka & will feature food, live music, Hispanic dancers, vendors and a Grito contest, with Ronald Ruiz outlining the celebration details. WIBW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Topeka High School's Spectrum and Friends club, started two years ago by senior Isabella Culbertson, meets every other week to help neurodivergent and neurotypical students build social skills and friendships—members say the group makes them feel more understood. WIBW
- ➤ Federal funding cuts proposed to Head Start may reduce vital support for East Topeka children and families, with educators warning that the loss of funds could hurt early learning and care. Gov. Kelly said state money cannot replace federal dollars — leaving schools without resources for repairs, materials, and staffing costs. WIBW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Laura Kelly ordered flags statewide to fly at half-staff on May 4 for National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Day (state offices will display the flags from sunup to sundown) to honor firefighters who risk their lives for our communities. WIBW
- ➤ Shawnee County leaders celebrated the courthouse’s 60th anniversary as its $14.5 million modernization project finished with new HVAC, windows and courtroom upgrades. Officials said the improvements—funded by the American Rescue Plan Act—reduced disruptions during construction while setting the stage for planned repairs such as roof replacement and landscaping. WIBW
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Scooter’s Coffee in Topeka announced that nurses and healthcare workers will receive a free medium drink of their choice on Tuesday, May 6 to mark National Nurses Week—limited Healthcare Heroes stickers will also be available while supplies last. WIBW
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Second Annual Mother's Day Brunch
10 AM – 1 PM — Townsite Plaza — Cost info not provided — Celebrate Mother's Day with a brunch fit for royalty.
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Mother's Day Ballroom Brunch Buffet
10:30 a.m. — The Weather Room — Adults $49, Children $14.99 — Celebrate Mother's Day with a delightful brunch buffet featuring a variety of delicious dishes and a spacious ballroom setting.
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RMHC Charity Golf Classic
11:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. — Cypress Ridge Golf Course — Entry fee required — Enjoy a day of golfing while supporting a great cause.
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Boxing Event
5-6 p.m. — GreatLIFE Performance Center — Cost info not provided — Experience the thrill of boxing at this local venue.
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2025 Heartland Classic Peruvian Horse Show
1:00 PM – 12:59 PM — Stormont Vail Events Center — Entry fee varies — Experience the elegance and competition of Peruvian horses in Topeka's premier equine event.
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Envista Eats & Beats
6-9 p.m. — Evergy Plaza — Free entry — Experience vibrant live music and local flavors every Thursday evening in downtown Topeka.
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2025 GermanFest Brat Trot
8-9 a.m. — Santa Fe Park — $30 — Celebrate German culture while fundraising for local schools with a fun 5K Brat Trot run.
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