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Topeka
Monday, October 13th, 2025
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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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West Ridge LIVE
7:30-9:30 p.m. — West Ridge Mall — Various tickets available — Experience an exciting event with special seating options and a family-friendly atmosphere.
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Help Stock the Ronald McDonald House Pantry
8 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Seabrook Apple Market — Donations welcome — Support local families in need by replenishing vital pantry supplies.
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2025 Kansas Environmental Education Conference
4-4:30 p.m. — Sunflower Nonprofit Center — Registration fees apply — Explore critical environmental education themes and network with community leaders.
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Gallery Talk: Bobby Von Martin
6-7:30 p.m. — Mulvane Art Museum — Free entry — Explore the impact of Choctaw artist Bobby Von Martin's heritage and art in his enlightening gallery talk.
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Cirque Mechanics - Tilt
7-8:30 p.m. — Topeka Performing Arts Center — Check for pricing — Experience a high-flying circus spectacle that combines acrobatics with mechanical marvels.
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