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Topeka
Sunday, May 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Nonprofit Humanists of Topeka and volunteers assembled hygiene and meal kits for those facing economic hardships at the Public Library on Saturday, May 2. The items will be delivered to partners like Braided Haven, Doorstep and MART to help local neighbors during difficult times. WIBW
- ➤ Saturday, K-State Shawnee Co. Extension Master Gardeners hosted their annual plant sale at Stormont Vail Events Center. Locals shopped for plants plus garden tools, with all proceeds supporting the gardening program. WIBW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Kansas Children’s Discovery Center will celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week beginning May 4 with teacher discounts and note-writing activities for students. Educators receive a 10% discount on Discovery Shop purchases as the center thanks them for their work. WIBW
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A look back at the 2007 Greensburg tornado reminds Topeka residents that May is peak season for severe storms. Veteran storm chasers like Lanny Dean recall near misses (the storm almost hit his vehicle) as local weather challenges continue. Kansas Reflector
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, families gathered at the Topeka Zoo for Safe Kids Day, which offered injury prevention education, demonstrations, and free helmet fittings to promote child safety. The event featured a dance party and booths by local safety groups + long-term support through the Community Cycle Project. WIBW
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Washburn softball rallied on Saturday during the Turnpike Tussle doubleheader to overcome a two run deficit & tied the game in the 7th before scoring the winning run in the 8th for a 5 to 4 victory over Emporia State. WIBW
- ➤ KU baseball won its ninth straight game Saturday with a 7-2 victory over Arizona at Hoglund Ballpark—Mason Cook earned his fourth win as Josh Dykhoff hit a two-run homer, and the Jayhawks remain unbeaten at home. WIBW
- ➤ Washburn baseball won 5-0 over No.5 Pittsburg State Saturday — Wilhelm struck out five in 6.1 innings and Borgmann hit a homer — and will face Central Oklahoma in the MIAA Tournament on Wednesday at 4 p.m. in Edmond. WIBW
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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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Evans United Carnival 2026
May 21-31 — Stormont Vail Events Center — $18.30 General Admission, $10.05 Child (3-11) — A vibrant carnival featuring parking lot exhibitions and festivals for family fun.
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Party with The BASH
8-11 p.m. — Thunderbirds Grille — Cost info not provided — Dance the night away with live music at Thunderbirds Grille.
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Doggie Date Night
6-8 p.m. — Evergy Plaza — Free entry — Enjoy a fun evening bonding with your pup in the heart of Topeka.
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