Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 13th of August.
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🎓 Education
The Topeka Zoo opens camp registration on Sept.
1 for kids 6 to 12 at its Gary Clarke Education Classroom (9 a.m. to 3 p.m.); free monarch butterfly tagging classes run Sept. 23, 26, 27, 29 and Oct. 2 at the zoo or the Kansas Museum of History.
Stanley, the Topeka Scarecrows mascot, welcomed first through fifth graders at McCarter Elementary on Wednesday, Aug.
12. He eased nerves on the first day of school by offering high-fives and hugs.
🏛️ Government
On Wednesday, the Kansas National Guard Museum hosted an awards luncheon for local companies that provided exceptional support to service members (ensuring job security and family aid).
KBS Constructors was recognized after a nomination by an employee.
🏥 Health
Officials from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment reported 748 cyclosporiasis cases statewide, with Shawnee County noting a recent rise.
Residents showing symptoms like watery diarrhea and abdominal cramps are urged to seek care promptly.
HEARTS, a group helping teens reject thoughts of suicide, will hold its second annual Speak up, Speak out Mental Health Fashion Show at The Beacon, 420 SW 9th St, at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept.
5 — tickets range from $25 for youth to $100 for VIP.
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