Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of November.
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🏘️ Community
Bounty hunting in Kansas requires obtaining an official license and adhering to specific regulations, maintaining relevance in modern times despite its historical connotations.
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Topeka announced an $18 million expansion for a new workforce readiness and learning center at the Rise & Shine event.
S.W. 19th Street in west Topeka will be temporarily closed starting Friday for water-line repair work, with no specified reopening date.
🚨 Crime
A seven-hour standoff in Topeka concluded with the arrest of Marvin L.
Park for allegedly firing at police and facing multiple charges, though no officers were injured.
Topeka police have named Peter J.
Blancas as the city's 16th homicide victim of 2024, found dead in North Topeka with no arrests made yet.
🌲 Environment
The Topeka Zoo encourages residents to donate leftover uncarved pumpkins for animal enrichment or to compost them, avoiding environmental harm from methane gas.
🏛️ Government
Candidates for Kansas Congressional District 2 participated in an in-studio forum ahead of next week's Election Day.
Despite strong public support for legalizing both medical and recreational marijuana in Kansas, state legislators decided against recommending legalization for the 2025 session.
📰 Lifestyle
Laura Burton from the Kansas Children's Discovery Center recommends 'pumpkin pounding' as a fun post-Halloween activity for kids.
🎉 Topeka Events
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Boxing Event at GreatLIFE Performance Center
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Blizzard Bash Demolition Derby 2024: A Weekend of High-Octane Action
Experience the thrill of the Blizzard Bash, featuring four days of intense demolition derby competition with over 350 drivers and $260,000 in payouts.
Blizzard Bash Event
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Virtual Golf Outing for Men at 8 Iron Therapy
Experience a fun-filled morning of virtual golf and camaraderie while enjoying complimentary coffee and donuts.
Blizzard Bash Demo Derby
Experience the excitement of the Blizzard Bash Demo Derby, a thrilling motorsport event held at the Stormont Vail Events Center in Topeka, Kansas.
Kansas Women in Business Conference: Empowerment and Networking
Experience a day of inspiration and empowerment for women entrepreneurs, featuring keynote speakers, networking opportunities, and workshops designed to enhance leadership skills and career growth.
Boxing Event at GreatLIFE Performance Center
Experience an engaging boxing event at the GreatLIFE Performance Center in Topeka.
Gingerbread Homes Holiday Festival
Experience a festive three-day event featuring gingerbread house building, holiday performances, and a boutique, all while supporting the Topeka Performing Arts Center.
Journaling Through Words and Art
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Injury Prevention Fair at Topeka Library
Learn about injury prevention from various local organizations, including the Kansas Highway Patrol and Kansas Poison Center.
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