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Sunday, August 11th, 2024

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Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 11th of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Omni Circle Back-to-School Party in Topeka, Kansas, provided over 200 kids with free school supplies, haircuts, and resources for parents, thanks to a surprise donation.  WIBW

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • The Topeka Zoo marked World Elephant Day with a unique gathering, highlighting the cohabitation of Asian and African elephants to promote awareness of their endangered status.  WIBW

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Democrat Patrick Schmidt wins the Kansas Senate primary in District 19, setting up a November election face-off against Republican Tyler Wible.  Kansas Reflector

SPORTS NEWS

  • Bryce Hoppel finished 4th in the 800m at the 2024 Paris Olympics, setting a new American record with a time of 1:41.67.  WIBW
  • Joel Embiid contributed to Team USA's victory over France with a 98-87 win, securing their fifth consecutive Olympic gold medal in basketball.  WIBW

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Book Club: Exploring 'The Invention of Wings'

    Experience an engaging discussion on the profound themes of friendship and sisterhood in 'The Invention of Wings' by Sue Monk Kidd at a community book club meeting.

    Tue, 9/10/24

    View event

REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

The master has failed more times than the beginner has even tried.

~ Stephen McCranie

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