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Wednesday, August 14th, 2024

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Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Topeka adopts the Built for Zero model to permanently address homelessness with a data-driven approach, moving beyond mere service provision.  WIBW
  • The Eastern Kansas VA is hosting VetFest at the new Junction City VA Clinic to connect women veterans with resources tailored to their specific needs, including maternity and breast health care.  WIBW
  • Union Pacific's historic Big Boy Steam Engine No. 4014 will be viewable in Topeka for 30 minutes on October 17 as part of its Heartland of America tour.  The Topeka Capital-Journal

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A Topeka man was seriously injured in a two-vehicle collision on I-70 due to congestive traffic, with two others sustaining minor injuries.  WIBW

CRIME NEWS

  • Amber Peery faces trial for involuntary manslaughter and other charges after causing a crash that resulted in the death of three Girl Scouts in Topeka, Kansas, in 2022.  KSNT

ECONOMY NEWS

  • The Kansas Department of Aging and Disability Services will participate in the Kansas State Agency Career Fair at the State Capitol on August 27, offering over 600 job opportunities statewide.  WIBW

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Kansas Supreme Court appointed Shawnee Co. Judge David Debenham and reappointed two retired judges to the Judicial Ethics Advisory Panel.  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

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  • Engaging Discussion on Edna Ferber's So Big

    Join fellow readers for a thoughtful exploration of Edna Ferber's classic novel, So Big, through an interactive Zoom discussion.

    Wed, 9/11/24

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  • Hayden Varsity Soccer vs. Piper

    Experience an exciting high school varsity soccer match as Hayden takes on Piper at home.

    Thu, 9/12/24

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  • Live Music Night with True North

    Experience an entertaining evening of original music and stories with True North and special guest Caleb Nelsen at Compass Point in Topeka.

    Fri, 9/13/24

    View event

REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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