Good morning, Topeka.

The WRHS choir hosted a Saturday fundraiser for classmate Miles Timberlake, who was diagnosed with bone cancer, and raised over $6,000 to purchase art supplies, chargers, clothing, and backpacks for donation to Children’s Mercy (a gift in his honor).

Tap That Topeka returns with live music and craft beer tastings from local and national breweries—raising funds for Easter Seals Midwest and celebrating community spirit.

A parade kicked off Fiesta Topeka’s 93rd celebration Saturday morning downtown with floats, DJs, singers, cheerleaders and roller derby acts.

The main festivities will take place at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church from July 14 — 18.

Fiesta Topeka crowned Joselinee Morales Aquino as 2026 queen with Gabriela Gonzalez as princess on Saturday, July 11 at the Marlo Cuevas-Balandran Activity Center in North Topeka.

The celebration featured music, dancing and a strong community spirit.

Recent high winds caused the state's largest sugarberry tree to fall in Gage Park in Topeka.

Topeka E.R. & Hospital celebrated its 6th anniversary last Saturday morning at the Topeka Zoo with animal displays, free goodies, and contests for a behind-the-scenes animal experience, thanking local supporters for their care.

K-State shortstop Dee Kennedy—who broke the Wildcats' single-season home run record—was drafted 114th overall by the Cardinals on Saturday during the MLB Draft.

Shortstop Tyson LeBlanc, who set KU's single-season home run record (in 2026), was drafted by the Detroit Tigers with the 61st overall pick in the MLB Draft, making him the first Jayhawk selected this summer while the pick is valued at approximately $1.52M.

Former Washburn star Jacob Hanna returns to JHX Hoops for an upcoming national tournament run, building on his success with the Ichabods.

He joins teammates including former Kansas standouts to further boost local basketball talent.

Frank Mason III will return this summer with the Jayhawks alumni team for TBT in Topeka, excited to compete in the new best-of-three format and aware that retirement may be near + he is even considering a coaching role after focusing on family.

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.

Full Band Performance at Evergy Plaza

7-11 p.m. — Evergy Plaza — Free entry — Enjoy a lively full band set from MNB, who play over 100 shows a year.