Sunday, August 10th, 2025

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Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 10th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents attended the public National Night Out at Agriculture Hall where lively entertainment, food trucks, and local first responders connected neighbors & boosted community spirit. Just up Topeka Boulevard, the first United Methodist Church held its third annual Community Block Party with a free pulled pork dinner & activities that highlighted local resources. WIBW
- ➤ Local businesses competed on Saturday in a school bus pull fundraiser organized by Be Filled to support food and clothing pantries in South Topeka; each team of 10 paid a $1,000 registration fee while local vendors including Perkins Pancakes joined in to show support. WIBW
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GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Topeka Fire Department completed a $900,000 renovation at Station #9 on Aug. 8—giving employees new living quarters and a larger roof to fit modern fire trucks. The update also includes a new locker room, private beds, and a modern kitchen that support the team’s daily work. The Topeka Capital-Journal
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Get Down in T-Town
4-9 p.m. — Evergy Plaza — Free entry — Experience a vibrant evening of live music, dance, and local flavors in Topeka.
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KCECA Varsity Football Game
7-9 p.m. — Cornerstone Family Schools Inc — Free entry — Cheer on the Cornerstone Family as they host Kansas City East Christian Academy in a thrilling home conference football game.
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TRAPT Live in Topeka
7-8 p.m. — Jessie's Bar Outdoor Stage — General Admission $20 ($25 at the door) — Rock out with TRAPT as they perform hits from their new album!
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Holy Smokin' Jamboree 2025
8 a.m. - 10 p.m. — 2014 NW 46th St, Topeka, KS — $2 wristband for kid games — Enjoy BBQ, live music, and family-friendly activities at this annual jamboree.
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