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Topeka
Sunday, July 6th, 2025
Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 6th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ After Fourth of July fireworks spooked many dogs, Helping Hands Humane Society collected 36 lost dogs and 24 lost cats and is now housing 48 stray animals, noting that they typically receive about 10 strays a day but see more on busy days. The shelter advises owners to microchip their pets and will offer free microchipping on August 2 (4-8 p.m.). WIBW
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On July 4, a woman cyclist was taken by ambulance to a local hospital after a vehicle struck her at 30th and SE California — her injuries were not life-threatening and the driver was unharmed. WIBW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ For July, Topeka Art Guild is featuring Lisa LaRue-Baker’s artwork that highlights her Native American heritage—she uses recycled materials to create traditional baskets and a striking U.S. outline with holes representing Native American reservations—to educate viewers about the region's rich history. WIBW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students from seven Kansas schools earned the Kansas Agriculture Skills and Competencies certificate from the Kansas Department of Agriculture after completing classroom instruction, supervised agricultural experience (SAE), and FFA requirements. Forty-three students met strict GPA and performance standards to earn the respected certificate. WIBW
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An Unforgettable Evening with Eddie Wakes
7-8:30 p.m. — Topeka Performing Arts Center — Ticket sales start May 6 — Experience the remarkable voice of Topeka native Eddie Wakes in a night of music and excitement.
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Live at Lunch Featuring Justwynnmore
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Evergy Plaza — Free entry — Enjoy live music, local food trucks, and family fun in the heart of downtown Topeka.
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Craig Morgan Live Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Prairie Band Casino & Resort — $60 — Experience the hits of Craig Morgan in a vibrant country setting.
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HAYSTAK Live Performance
9 p.m. — The Woodshed Event Center — General admission $20, meet & greet options available — Enjoy an electrifying live show by HAYSTAK with early doors opening for an all-age experience.
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Sporting KC Summer Soccer Camp
July 21-24 — Bettis Sports Complex — Not specified — Develop soccer skills and enjoy a fun-filled camp for young players aged 5-14.
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Kansas Ballet - The Wizard of Oz
7-8:30 p.m. — Topeka Performing Arts Center — Tickets $15 — Experience the magic of dance in this enchanting ballet adaptation of The Wizard of Oz.
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PBR Shawnee County Fair Professional Bull Riding
7-8:30 p.m. — Stormont Vail Events Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling bull riding action with top riders competing for victory.
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99s-2000s Skate Party
11 p.m.-2 a.m. — Sk8away Inc. — Refunds available up to 7 days before event — Relive the nostalgia of the 90s and 2000s while skating to throwback hits.
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~ Sir Ranulph Fiennes
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