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Tuesday, October 15th, 2024
Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Topeka comes alive with Halloween spirit, showcasing homes with elaborate decorations, a free daily light show synchronized to music, and a community celebrated for its festive adornments. The Topeka Capital-Journal
- ➤ Topeka's paving project on several streets is postponed to Thursday due to cooler weather, with motorist advisories on lane closures. WIBW
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A train-car derailment occurred on Union Pacific tracks in North Topeka with no injuries reported. WIBW
- ➤ Crews responded to a reported crash with possible injuries in west Topeka, but no immediate injuries were reported. WIBW
- ➤ Early Monday, crews attended a two-vehicle crash north of Topeka with no immediate injury reports. WIBW
- ➤ Firefighters extinguished a blaze at a vacant house in northeast Topeka with no injuries reported. WIBW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Washburn University is set to host its 16th annual Women in Science Day, aiming to engage 275 seventh-grade girls in science through experiments and a quiz show. WIBW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Kansas is working to comply with a federal mandate to eliminate conflicts of interest in case management for Medicaid beneficiaries with disabilities, amid concerns from legislators and service providers. Kansas Reflector
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Kansas reports a significant increase in child fatalities due to fentanyl, rising from 11 in 2021 to 16 in 2022, underscoring a broader national opioid crisis. WIBW
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Topeka Street Dog Coalition Clinic
Experience free basic veterinary care for pets of individuals facing homelessness, provided by a collaborative team at Central Church of Christ.
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3rd Saturday Paint and Sip at Artismo
Experience a creative afternoon of painting led by local artist Becki Waugh, where you can create your own masterpiece while enjoying food and drinks.
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Country Quilters Guild Meeting
Experience a monthly gathering of quilting enthusiasts at St. David's Episcopal Church to share skills and projects.
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27th Annual Silents in the Cathedral: Waxworks Screening
Experience a free screening of the silent film 'Waxworks' accompanied by live music in a historic cathedral setting.
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Monster Splat: Haunted Trail Adventure
Experience a thrilling haunted trail adventure at night while riding in Jeeps and shooting glow-in-the-dark splatter balls at lurking monsters.
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Topeka Pumpkin Run 2024
Experience an enchanting evening run along a Halloween-decorated path featuring various participation options, culminating in a festive trunk-or-treat event.
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Topeka ASIST Workshop: Suicide First Aid Training
Learn life-saving skills in this two-day interactive workshop focused on suicide intervention and support.
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Candlelight Concert: A Spooky Halloween Experience
Experience a haunting candlelight concert featuring Halloween-themed music performed by the Listeso String Quartet in an enchanting setting.
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Free Veterinary Care Clinic for Pets of the Homeless
Experience a day of free basic veterinary care for pets belonging to individuals experiencing or at risk of homelessness, provided by local organizations in Topeka.
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URA Rodeo Finals - United Rodeo Association
Experience the excitement of the URA Rodeo Finals at the Domer Livestock Arena, showcasing top equine performances and animal shows.
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