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Topeka
Saturday, August 17th, 2024
Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Topeka's Oakland Pool will officially open for a single weekend on August 24-25, featuring a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate its launch. WIBW
- ➤ The temporary overnight closure of the U.S. 75 bridge in Topeka scheduled for Friday, Aug. 16 was postponed, but the bridge repair project continues as planned. WIBW
- ➤ Helping Hands Humane Society in Topeka, Kansas, is urging people to adopt or foster dogs for free after storms led to overcrowded kennels. WIBW
- ➤ Shawnee County Public Works is closing a section of Topeka Blvd for roadworks, including the installation of a new turning lane and culvert replacement, with completion expected by August 23, 2024. WIBW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Amber Peery was convicted for the deaths of 3 Girl Scouts in Kansas due to making an illegal U-turn on the highway, amidst debates over commonality of such maneuvers and investigative failures. The Topeka Capital-Journal
- ➤ Topeka Police Department warns of increased credit card skimmer threat after discovering a device at a local grocery store. KSNT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Topeka's flood mitigation efforts, including levees and floodwalls, are designed to reduce but not eliminate flood risk, a response to historical floods and recent infrastructure improvements. KSNT
- ➤ Kansas officials protest Nebraska's water transfer plan over concerns it could harm local fishing destinations by introducing invasive carp species. WIBW
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Kansas health authorities issue advisories on several lakes, including Lake Shawnee, due to harmful blue-green algae blooms. WIBW
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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.
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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.
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Hayden Varsity Soccer vs. Piper
Experience an exciting high school varsity soccer match as Hayden takes on Piper at home.
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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.
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Fire Truck Pull Fundraiser Competition
Experience an exciting day of community fun with teams competing to pull a fire truck, featuring food, music, and a craft fair suitable for all ages.
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