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Wednesday, September 10th, 2025
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Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 10th of September.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Topeka police arrested Dalton W. Thompson after a Sept. 4 shooting on NE Poplar Street in Oakland that left Joseph Lee Kaberline dead and another injured—Shawnee County District Attorney Mike Kagay said Thompson was charged on Sept. 9 with first degree murder, attempted first degree murder, and aggravated battery while he is held on a $1 million bond. WIBW
- ➤ Patrick Crim went missing after attending a Perry Lake motorcycle rally over Labor Day weekend but was found safe in Kay County, Oklahoma on Sept 8 as officials thanked volunteers and agencies for their help in the search. The Topeka Capital-Journal
- ➤ Officers responded around 8:00 p.m. Monday at Tinman Circle—located on the east side of Lake Shawnee—when they found a man dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound and no foul play is suspected pending autopsy results. WIBW
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Voters in the Shawnee Heights School District will decide on a $65 million bond on November 4; the bond will raise property taxes by about $1.44 per month on a $100,000 home—funding high school expansions, classroom updates and new playground equipment. The Kansas State Board of Education approved this move on a USD 450 request to place the question on the 2025 General Election ballot. WIBW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Topeka announced Kimberly Quails as the new public information officer for the Police and Fire Departments. She brings over 20 years of government and public relations experience—including roles at KDOT and the Kansas Association of Counties—and will serve as the main contact for public updates. WIBW
- ➤ Kansas Governor Laura Kelly ordered flags to fly at half-staff on Thursday, Sept. 11 from sunup to sundown to honor those killed in the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. Kelly said the move also respects the brave first responders who risked their lives that day. KSNT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Kansas health officials said that 12 WNV cases have been recorded by Sept. 5, with 11 severe cases and 1 death, and reported that north-central Kansas is at high risk—other areas remain moderate. KSNT
- ➤ The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus in Topeka launched AI technology from Eon today to improve early lung cancer detection by reviewing reports with incidental lung nodules—ensuring prompt follow-up care. It is the only hospital in town with this technology so patients get advanced lung nodule management closer to home. WIBW
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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