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Monday, October 13th, 2025

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Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 13th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Let’s Help reported that federal funding changes have caused a drop in supplies while demand increased by 30% over last year. The non-profit will host a drive-thru food donation event on Saturday, Nov. 8 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. to help stock its pantry for families in need.  WIBW

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Nearly half of Kansas residents now live in a few urban counties, making local public lands vital for people to enjoy nature and for wildlife to thrive. Conservation groups warn that cuts in park staffing and proposals to sell federal lands risk these spaces — they call on officials to secure long-term conservation funding.  Kansas Reflector

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Atomic Cowboyz Pop Up Concert

    5-7 p.m. — Evergy Plaza — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant outdoor concert featuring the Atomic Cowboyz along with food from local vendors.

    Wed, 10/15/25

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  • Object Oriented Analysis and Design Using UML Training

    All day — Orion Education & Training - Topeka — $2250 — Enhance your software development skills with this comprehensive UML training class.

    Mon, 10/20/25

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  • All Hallows Festival

    10 a.m. - 6 p.m. — The Woodshed Event Center — Ticket info coming soon — Celebrate fall with jousting, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities at a vibrant Renaissance Festival.

    Sat, 10/25/25

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  • Topeka Pumpkin Run and Trunk-or-Treat

    5-8 p.m. — Felker Park Softball — $12 and up, Trunk-or-Treat is free — Enjoy a festive evening run and a lively trunk-or-treat experience with family-friendly fun.

    Sun, 10/26/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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