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Topeka
Friday, May 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Topeka Rescue Mission Ministries needs donations including bottled water, electrolyte drinks, sports clothing and furniture as clients prepare for housing. Donations can be dropped off at the TRM Distribution Center at 401 NW Norris Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. WIBW
- ➤ The Shawnee County Commission approved a $109,651 purchase of new playground equipment for Garfield Park + a $50,000 Dreams grant was secured to help fund the update, with installation planned around December to benefit park visitors. WIBW
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Topeka’s Goodwill (5515 SW 21st St.) reopened today after closing for nearly two months for a full remodel. MERS Goodwill held a ribbon cutting celebration to mark the rebranding following its merger with MERS Missouri Goodwill and Goodwill of Western Missouri and Eastern Kansas. WIBW
- ➤ Packaging manufacturer Futamura USA kicked off its 10th anniversary three-day carnival Thursday evening at 6000 SW 2nd St in Shawnee County. The celebration will end Saturday with fireworks and include new product launches that may create more jobs (Basore said). WIBW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Artist INC offers a workshop series helping Topeka artists learn planning, budgeting and marketing skills to build their business. Sessions run Tuesday nights from Sept. 1 to Oct. 27 at ArtsConnect (909 N. Kansas Ave), and applications close on June 10. WIBW
- ➤ The Topeka & Shawnee Co. Public Library is hosting a Story Slam on Wednesday, May 27 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m., where all ages can share or listen to five-minute summer vacation stories; those wishing to speak must pre-register online. WIBW
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ AAA reported that Memorial Day weekend gas prices in Kansas have reached a four-year high, with unleaded averaging $4.11 a gallon+ prices are up $1.22 from a year ago and supply pressures could keep costs high as drivers plan holiday trips. WIBW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Since November, candidate Cindy Holscher’s TikTok channel has showcased behind-the-scenes clips by her daughter Maddie (including viral memes and candid campaign moments) that bring a personal touch to her run for governor. The lighthearted videos have engaged local supporters. Kansas Reflector
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ New mothers in Topeka may feel the baby blues after birth (up to 80% experience mood swings) that usually ease in a couple of weeks. Doctors advise asking for help if severe feelings or long-lasting mood drops occur and suggest using local resources. WIBW
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Josh Alters, the Inclusive Leadership Coordinator with Special Olympics Kansas, was selected as one of three U.S. delegates to attend the Special Olympics Global Athlete Congress next fall in Chile. He was chosen after a competitive process that narrowed 10 finalists. WIBW
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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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