Good morning, Topeka.

Friday morning, Brewster Place retired residents were honored with an American flag that had flown over the Capitol during a flag-raising ceremony featuring service members hoisting the flag plus Air Force veteran Herschel Stroud on bugle, held in partnership with Capitol Federal Bank.

City and business leaders gathered on Friday, June 5 to help paint the Kansas Avenue Memorial Bridge public mural that tells Topeka's history.

A ribbon-cutting ceremony for the project (Reflections of Eugene: A Walking Museum of Possibility) will take place on June 27.

Lizzie, a sweet 4-year-old pit bull mix from Helping Hands Humane Society, is waiting for a forever home at no cost (name your price) in Topeka.

Adoption counselors work to match her with a home that fits her needs, especially one without small pets.

Flooding after Thursday evening severe weather forced multiple road closures Friday morning in northeast Kansas, including Falcon Road + U.S. Highway 77 in Riley County, U.S. 75 in Jackson County, and highways in Marshall and Nemaha counties; officials advised drivers to use alternate routes.

Jorge’s Cantina manager said that ingredient prices, such as tomatoes (up 40%), chicken, and beef, have surged during weekly supply runs from Sam’s Club.

He plans to adjust menu prices if these rising costs persist.

Tap That Topeka Beer Festival will be held June 13 from 5 to 8 p.m. at SW 8th & Jackson near Celtic Fox, showcasing over 400 craft beers, hard seltzers, food trucks, and an exclusive after-party for VIP ticket holders.

Tickets are on sale online.

Shawnee County officials explained the application process for a data center and battery storage project during a Friday briefing, noting no applications have been received yet and two are expected in the next two months, with public input set at the County Commissioners meeting on Thursday, June 11 (9 a.m.).

Warmer temperatures have brought mosquito season to Topeka as health officials monitor insect activity in Shawnee County.

Epidemiologist Josh Van Drunen said the normal mosquito count calls for residents to clear standing water (a key breeding ground) to help reduce West Nile virus risks.

Kelsey Miles Live Performance

12:30 – 4:30 PM — Mulvane Art Fair, Topeka, KS — Free entry — Connect through music and storytelling with Kelsey Miles.

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.

Evergy Fight Night 3

5-10 p.m. — Evergy Plaza — Free entry — Experience high-energy boxing under the stars while supporting Special Olympics Kansas.

Country Line Dance Lessons with Kristy

6:30 – 7:15 p.m. — Happy Basset Brewing Co — Free entry — Dive into a fun night of easy-to-follow country and line dance lessons perfect for all skill levels.

Country Dance Night with Pinhole

8-11 p.m. — Happy Basset Brewing Co — $5 Cover — Experience a night of hard-hitting honky tonk sounds and prairie vibes with Pinhole.

Howard Mahan Band & The Old No. 5's Live Music

6-10 p.m. — Compass Point: Home of Dirty Girl Adventures — Ticket info available — Enjoy a night of blues rock with the electrifying Howard Mahan Band and The Old No. 5's.