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Topeka
Sunday, September 14th, 2025
Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 14th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ LifeHouse Child Advocacy Center held its 12th annual Dueling Pianos fundraiser at Townsite Center in downtown Topeka, where guests enjoyed live piano music, food, drinks and games—every dollar raised was directed to help vulnerable children in need. WIBW
- ➤ Women from across Topeka took part in KTWU’s 5th annual Women on Wheels event on Sept. 13 — showcasing their cars and raising funds to offset a 100% loss of federal funding in July — and their support will help keep the station's programs running. WIBW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Internal conflict at the state public defense agency has derailed the capital murder case for Kraig Kahler as disputed firings and reassignments led acting director Brandon Barrett to interfere with legal representation—retired Judge Merlin Wheeler has scheduled a Zoom hearing Monday to choose qualified counsel. Kansas Reflector
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Topeka Zoo hosted Brew at the Zoo for guests 21 and older, where visitors sampled over 100 beers, seltzers and ciders, enjoyed bites from local food trucks and live entertainment — an event that raised funds to help cover the high cost of feeding the animals. WIBW
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Emporia State volleyball won all four matches at the Washburn Invitational last weekend and raised its record to 5-2 while battling through a five-set win against MSU-Moorehead—now the team will travel to Edmond on September 18 for the MIAA-GAC Crossover. KSNT
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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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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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2025 Combat Air Museum Car Show
10 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Combat Air Museum — $20/vehicle — Experience a unique car show on historic tarmac with classic cars, awards, food trucks, and family fun.
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Killer Queen - A Tribute to Queen
7:30-9 p.m. — Topeka Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices not listed — Experience the magic of Queen through a captivating tribute performance.
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Bingo Loco at Topeka Social
5:30-9:30 p.m. — Topeka Social — $33 — Experience a night of laughter, dance, and bingo fun with exciting prizes.
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