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Saturday, June 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Camp Courage hosted a week-long camp from June 2nd to 6th that gave young women hands-on training in firefighting skills like operating hoses, breaking doors, and search and rescue—skills that built both confidence and practical ability—while the Topeka Fire Department guided the sessions. The free camp will return next year for women ages 16–20. WIBW
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On June 8, 1966, an EF-5 tornado hit Topeka & killed 16 people as it moved diagonally across the city while broadcaster Bill Kurtis warned residents to take cover and the Rolling Stones' 'Paint It Black' topped the charts. The Topeka Capital-Journal
BUSINESS NEWS
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CRIME NEWS
- ➤ FBI agents and Kansas Highway Patrol were at the Topeka Sports Cabaret in the 4000 block of NE Seward Avenue east of Billard Airport on Friday—an investigation is underway with no further details provided. KSNT
- ➤ Topeka police said they identified the deceased as Ian A. Mwaniki, 29, after he was found with life-threatening gunshot wounds in the 700 block of SW Western on June 3 at 7:50 p.m.—this is the 8th homicide of 2025 and the investigation is still ongoing. WIBW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Mulvane Art Fair begins at 10 a.m. on the Washburn University campus — over 80 artists from across the country will display their work and local food vendors along with live music will add to the event — while funds raised will help keep the museum free and support its kids' art lab. This free event brings art and community projects together for families and art lovers alike. WIBW
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Kansas may face higher energy bills as federal tax credits could be repealed, low-income energy programs may end, and Evergy's request for an 8.62% rate hike could raise household bills by about $13.05 monthly if approved. The rate hike review, which could result in job losses and a $600 million drop in state GDP, is scheduled for the Kansas Corporation Commission's consideration — pending final decisions that may alter future costs — while the State Department for Children and Families continues processing current applications. KSNT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The 17th annual Rock Chalk Roundball Classic will benefit six local children fighting cancer and one local parent fighting cancer, inspired by the late Yvonne Adams. Director Brian Hanni said KJ Adams Jr. and his father Kevin will help select the honoree, and the event will be held on July 10—thanks to a generous gift from Kent and Missy McCarthy. WIBW
- ➤ Local fans gathered at Evergy Plaza Friday night to watch local pitcher NiJa Canady compete in the Women’s College World Series Championship series—Texas Tech lost 10-4 to Texas, leaving the team as National Runners Up. Canady led the nation with a 0.97 ERA and secured a million-dollar NIL deal before her senior year, underscoring her growing impact on college softball. WIBW
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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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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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Bill S.'s 65th Sobriety Anniversary Celebration
2-5 p.m. — Grace United Methodist Church — Bring finger foods — Celebrate Bill S.'s 65 years of sobriety with cake and open mic sharing.
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