Good morning, Topeka.

Huff 'n Puff is preparing for its 51st annual hot air balloon rally in Topeka (scheduled for next weekend) where residents will enjoy vibrant balloon displays and rides near a local park.

Topeka West High School held a flag-raising yesterday to honor the 25th anniversary of 9/11 and remember former student Kyle Thomas — who was killed in a 2003 terrorist attack while serving in the military.

Students attended a ceremony with a choir performance and Taps to reinforce the lesson of remembrance.

Today, the Topeka Fire Department held a last bell ceremony to honor the 343 firefighters who died during the Sept.

11 attacks. Firefighters and community members rang the bell three times to pay tribute + to remember their families’ sacrifice.

Highland Park High School held a ceremony last Friday to mark the 25th anniversary of 9/11.

Students raised the flag, observed a moment of silence, and learned from a JROTC instructor that day’s history (encouraging family memory sharing).

Road work at the intersection of SW 37th and Topeka Blvd is affecting two bus routes—Route #5 on Indiana and Route #7 on Washburn—causing detours and delays; commuters should check the Topeka Metro website for the latest transit updates.

The Topeka Fire Department and IAFF Local 83 are collecting donations for the MDA's Fill the Boot campaign this weekend.

Donations can be dropped off at designated firehouse intersections in the city (including NE Morse and NE Quincy) to support those living with neuromuscular conditions.

Washburn volleyball suffered its first loss of the season Friday at the Ichabod Classic, dropping 3-2 to Missouri - St. Louis after winning its opening two sets.

The loss snapped the team's eight-match winning streak.

Washburn soccer won 2-0 over Ouachita Baptist on Friday afternoon in Arkadelphia, with goals by Leah Henke and Haley Thomsen and sophomore keeper Lili Everley earning her third clean sheet.

The Ichabods will face Harding on Sunday.