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Wednesday, June 4th, 2025
Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The City of Topeka’s Office of Inclusive Communities will host a free Community Resource Expo on June 24 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library—more than 20 organizations will offer vital support including financial counseling, health care help and legal advice. WIBW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Chris Zubler pleaded with Topeka residents to review any surveillance footage from May 15, when his son Kaden was last seen walking north along Topeka Blvd at 8:10 p.m.—he is offering a $5,000 reward for tips that might help bring his son home safely. WIBW
- ➤ The Topeka Police Department is investigating a homicide near downtown Topeka after officers responded to gunshots on the 700 block of SW Western at 7:50 p.m. Tuesday—medical officials later pronounced one critically injured person dead, marking the city's 8th homicide of 2025. KSNT
- ➤ Dana Chandler was sentenced Tuesday to two consecutive life sentences without parole for her role in the 2002 double homicide of her ex-husband Michael Sisco and his fiancée Karen Harkness—both were shot in a Topeka home. WIBW
- ➤ The Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office added 17-year-old Tevin A. Jenkins to the Crime Stoppers Most Wanted List for homicide and seeks tips on his whereabouts — he is 5'0, weighs 120 pounds with brown eyes and black hair. WIBW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Laura Kelly and Lieutenant Governor David Toland will break ground on June 18 at Emporia State University for a $43 million project to build a 670-mile fiber optic network—designed to improve internet speeds and support local growth in Kansas. KSNT
- ➤ The Kansas judicial branch has launched a new virtual self-help center today to assist people without attorneys in navigating district court processes — the website offers forms, information and tools that also help rural district courts. WIBW
- ➤ Governor Laura Kelly issued a verbal state of disaster emergency on June 3 after heavy rains threatened flooding and flash floods — state officials activated the Emergency Operations Center in Topeka to coordinate help in affected areas. WIBW
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ On June 3, community leaders and business owners broke ground on Union at Tower District—a $58.8 million affordable housing project at 1104 SE Quincy St. that will offer 250 units for households earning 30%–60% of the area median income and is scheduled for completion by January 2027. The Topeka Capital-Journal
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Concert for a Child Featuring Logan Mize
6-10 p.m. — Evergy Plaza — Free entry — Enjoy a heartwarming night of country tunes at this community concert for a great cause.
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Eats & Beats Featuring Dead Bettys
Thursday evenings — Evergy Plaza — Enjoy local food trucks and live music — Experience an unforgettable summer of music in Downtown Topeka.
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Undercover: An 80's Experience
6-9 p.m. — Compass Point: Home of Dirty Girl Adventures — $8 cover, kids under 12 are free — Enjoy an energetic night of singing and dancing to your favorite 80's hits with local talent.
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Topeka Renaissance Festival
10 a.m. - 6 p.m. — The Woodshed Event Center — $14+ per day — Experience jousting, games, and entertainment at this exciting festival of medieval fun.
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Country Stampede Festival 2025
June 25-28 — Topeka, Kansas — Prices vary — Celebrate country music with top artists, family-friendly fun, and delicious local cuisine.
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7th Annual Sneakers & Smiles Golf Tournament
2-8 p.m. — Cypress Ridge Golf Course — $380 team entry fee — Participate in a fun-filled golf tournament benefiting Sole Reason, complete with extras like a silent auction and raffle prizes.
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Summer Fireworks Extravaganza
7-10 p.m. — Avondale East Field — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant evening of music, food, and a spectacular fireworks display.
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