Good morning, Topeka.

Evergy and the Salvation Army helped Topeka residents beat the summer heat by giving away 345 fans on Wednesday, June 24 at the Salvation Army location (1320 SE 6th St).

The partnership served older adults and those facing hardship amid rising temperatures.

Communities in Northeast Kansas are planning July 4 celebrations with parades, festivals & fireworks from June 27 to July 4 across Pottawatomie, Shawnee, Geary, Riley, and Manhattan.

Locals can join in America's 250th anniversary festivities with events scheduled in multiple counties.

Sunflower Music Festival is underway from June 19-27 at Washburn University’s White Concert Hall, and on June 24, musicians taught local students at Deer Creek Community Center to pass on their skills.

The free concerts — in its 39th year — attract audiences from near and far.

A free community concert celebrating the nation’s 250th birthday is set for 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, July 2 on the Kansas Statehouse Grounds – featuring the Topeka Symphony Orchestra, Capital City Chorus, and a presentation by Kansas Poet Laureate Traci Brimhall.

Today, Topeka Zoo is part of the KaZOO Wild Adventure Passport Program that invites visitors to collect stamps from seven Kansas zoos by Sept.

7 for a chance to win prizes. The program also offers membership benefits and a Museums for All deal (which provides reduced admission for qualifying families).

The Topeka Daylily Club will hold its annual flower show at Fairlawn Plaza Mall on Saturday, June 27 from 1 to 4 p.m. Attendees can view blooms, join contests in horticulture, design, and photography, and receive free daylily plants while supplies last.

Job seekers connected with local employers at the fourth annual WIBW Job Fair held Wednesday at West Ridge Mall.

Businesses in education, construction and health care met in person with applicants to explore new work opportunities.

A flood watch is in effect today in several counties including Topeka (issued by the National Weather Service) as one to three inches of rain could lead to scattered flooding in local creeks, streams and rivers until Friday morning.

Topeka began its summer point-in-time homeless count today to gauge how many people are living without stable housing and to track community progress.

City officials will finalize the numbers in the coming weeks as they monitor support programs (Shelter Plus Care vouchers) that help residents stay housed.

KDOT announced Wednesday that the section of K-13 between US-24 and Tuttle Cove Road north of Manhattan will remain closed due to weather delays in construction.

The road is expected to reopen by the end of July so motorists are advised to follow the posted detours.

Washburn women’s basketball welcomes several new players for next season after losing key starters from last year's NCAA tournament run.

The team adds transfers (from State Fair CC, Illinois Central, and others) and freshmen to fill important roles in the rotation.

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.

Envista Eats & Beats

6-9 p.m. — Evergy Plaza — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of food, drinks, and live music in a vibrant community atmosphere.

The Harvey Brothers Band Live Performance

7-10 p.m. — Kick Start Saloon — Free entry — The Harvey Brothers Band plays live in Topeka for the first time, inviting everyone to ride their bikes over.

Boys Volleyball Training Camp

8:45 AM – 3:30 PM — Horejsi Family Volleyball Arena — Training fee required — Improve your volleyball skills with focused training for young male athletes.

Topeka Job Fair

12:30-3:00 p.m. — Crestview Community Center — Free entry — Explore a variety of job opportunities and connect with local employers in a vibrant setting.

Topeka Blues Society Summertime Blues Concert

6 p.m. — Gage Park Amphitheater — Free entry — Experience a night of blues music with live performances by local bands in a scenic park setting.

Live Country Music Night with Steel Skarecrow

7-11 p.m. — Saddle Up Bar and Grill — Free entry — Experience a blend of nineties country and southern soul that tells a story through modern music.

KAZHA Live Performance

8:00 – 11:59 PM — The Legendary Boobie Trap Bar — Ticket info TBA — Experience a unique blend of power rock from the Japanese band fronted by Kazuha Oda.

Bike Night Featuring Milltown

7-11 p.m. — Kickstart Saloon — Free entry — Milltown rockin it southern style on Kick’s outdoor stage for a great time.

Willow Rose's Country for the Pets

6:30-10:30 p.m. — Northside Social — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a night of live music with Ryan Manuel, a passionate singer-songwriter from Lawrence, Kansas.