Good morning, Topeka.

The 21st annual Kaw Valley Farm Tour will take place on Oct.

4 and 5 and feature 33 farms and six heritage sites across northeast Kansas to offer local food, history, and family farm experiences. Hilary Kass, the event coordinator, said the tour will include new additions like Compass Prairie Art Farm + a kickoff event at Vinland Valley Nursery to help support small family farms.

An arrest was made in connection with the Labor Day shooting death of Cody Bush in North Topeka—Justin Shumway was booked for first-degree murder and aggravated robbery after officers found Bush deceased in a backyard at about 7:35 a.m. on Sept.

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Several Kansas Lottery players won prizes from a Powerball drawing where the jackpot had reached $1.8 billion on Sept.

5—tickets sold in northwest and northeast Kansas and via the Lottery app fetched prizes of $1 million, $2 million with a PowerPlay multiplier, and $50,000.

Shawnee County commissioners are considering a 1.9% spending increase for 2026 that will raise property taxes by about $62 on a $100,000 home—while the proposed $152.2 million budget adds $2.8 million for mental health services and wage increases at the sheriff’s and district attorney’s offices to balance local needs amid shrinking federal and state assistance.

Topeka drivers are advised that the U.S. 24/U.S. 75 eastbound exit ramp closed on Sept.

8 for repair work and traffic now follows a detour—using southbound U.S. 75, NW Lower Silver Lake Rd, and returning to northbound U.S. 75. KDOT said the repair work is needed for maintenance on U.S. 75—and will continue until late November, conditions permitting.

Shawnee County Public Works said NW Topeka Boulevard near Rolyan Road will close from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Sept.

10-11 due to a waterline leak—detours are in place to keep traffic moving and property access open.

Harlem Globetrotters will visit Topeka for their 100 Year Tour on Friday, March 20 at Stormont Vail Events Center — they will debut new 100 Year jerseys while competing against the Washington Generals.

Advance tickets will go on sale on September 15 with general sales starting on September 22.

Tim Hawkins Comedy Show

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Topeka Performing Arts Center — $65-$86 — Enjoy a night of laughter with renowned comedian Tim Hawkins.

Highland Park vs. Sumner Academy Varsity Football

2-4 a.m. — Highland Park High School — Free entry — Catch the exciting matchup between Highland Park and Sumner Academy's varsity football teams.

12th Annual Dueling Pianos Fundraiser

6-10 p.m. — The Townsite Avenue Ballroom — Various ticket prices — Enjoy a night filled with music, laughter, and support for kids in need.

Sumner Academy Boys Varsity Soccer Match

2:00 – 3:45 AM — Highland Park High School — Free entry — Watch the competitive showdown as Highland Park faces Sumner Academy in this conference soccer match.

Tap That Topeka Beer Festival

5:30-11:30 p.m. — The Celtic Fox — Tickets starting at $50 — Experience over 400 craft beers, delicious food trucks, and live music in downtown Topeka.

Highland Park vs. Sumner Academy Girls Varsity Volleyball Match

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Highland Park High School — Check local listings — Come cheer for the Highland Park and Sumner Academy volleyball teams in a thrilling conference match.

Highland Park vs. East Football Game

7-9 p.m. — Highland Park High School — Admission Fee Required — Cheer on the Highland Park varsity football team as they take on East from Wichita in this exciting non-conference matchup.

Yachtley Crew Concert

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Topeka Performing Arts Center — Last-minute concert tickets available — Experience the Yachtley Crew live in Topeka for an entertaining evening.

Liverpool Legends Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Topeka Performing Arts Center — Public on sale starts August 15 at 10AM — Experience internationally acclaimed Liverpool Legends honoring the music of The Beatles.

5th Annual Oktoberfest

3-8 p.m. — Prince of Peace Lutheran Church — Free entry — Enjoy family fun with food, shopping, and activities at this community Oktoberfest.