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Topeka
Thursday, May 14th, 2026
Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Homestead Assisted Living hosted its annual lunch fundraiser Wednesday to support NAMI Kansas, a program that helps people with mental health challenges + Ray Padilla started the event to raise awareness while community members enjoyed a meal. WIBW
- ➤ The Military Veteran Project is renewing its focus to strengthen prevention, education and community connection for local veterans. Founder Melissa Jarboe said the initiative aims to expand support services after a personal loss in service. WIBW
- ➤ Topeka’s Women’s Fund — part of the Community Foundation — has donated over $700,000 to more than 50 local groups while supporting women through philanthropy. Women can join by donating or applying for grants to uplift one another. WIBW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Washed Ashore: Art to Save the Sea opens May 18 at the Topeka Zoo and travels to four other local spots until Sept. 13, where large sculptures built from beach debris highlight the zoo’s conservation mission and raise awareness on ocean plastic pollution. WIBW
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ JEDO approved an incentive agreement Wednesday, May 13 to support Magellan Financial's Project Omega expansion, which will create 175 jobs and deliver $1.37 billion in economic impact in Topeka over the next 10 years. WIBW
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Health officials confirmed Tuesday a measles case in an Osage County resident who contracted the disease out-of-state and noted no local spread while a May 3 visit at Topeka Baptist Church exposed attendees, who are urged to avoid work at sensitive facilities until May 24. Kansas Reflector
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After 45 years at Washburn, Ron Wessel retired, leaving behind a legacy of organized keys & detailed equipment management that kept operations running smoothly for overlapping athletic seasons. His methodical system supported Washburn Athletics and will be remembered as a key part of its success. WIBW
- ➤ No. 11 Washburn men’s tennis swept Ouachita Baptist 4 to 0 on Tuesday in Topeka, advancing to the NCAA Round of 16 after a doubles comeback and strong singles wins. The team will play in the NCAA National Championships starting May 20 in Surprise, Arizona. WIBW
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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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Signal Ridge Music Evening
6-10 p.m. — Compass Point: Home of Dirty Girl Adventures — Free entry — Enjoy a night of Appalachian Folk-grass tunes with Redd & The Paper Flowers.
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Green Shoebox Band: St. Marys Community Event
6-10 p.m. — St. Marys Riverside Park — Free entry — Enjoy a night of music with the Green Shoebox Band in a vibrant community setting.
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Kelsey Miles Live Performance
12:30 – 4:30 PM — Mulvane Art Fair, Topeka, KS — Free entry — Connect through music and storytelling with Kelsey Miles.
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Yoga Nidra Session
12:15-1:15 p.m. — Florence Crittenton - Integrative Health — Free entry — Experience deep relaxation through guided meditation rooted in ancient yogic traditions.
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Evergy Fight Night 3
5-10 p.m. — Evergy Plaza — Free entry — Experience high-energy boxing under the stars while supporting Special Olympics Kansas.
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