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Topeka
Saturday, November 8th, 2025
Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Brewster Place held its annual Holiday Bazaar where retirement community residents sold hand-crafted items like quilts and woodwork—created in local workshops—and offered unique holiday gifts. WIBW
- ➤ United Way of Kaw Valley raised $85,000 in funds from anonymous local donors to support Shawnee County food pantries facing high demand after the government shutdown — the money will be divided among five hubs that will supply bulk orders to 24 partner pantries. WIBW
- ➤ Helping Hands Humane Society in Topeka is offering a $0 name-your-price adoption special for pets age 5 months and older—Stella, a four-year-old Corgi mix who warms quickly to new families and other pets is part of the program, and the shelter is also waiving fees to reclaim lost pets while accepting donations for its pet food pantry. WIBW
- ➤ The Topeka Public Schools district invites community members to donate food every Thursday from 1—3 p.m. at the Community Cupboard at 2331 Southwest Topeka Blvd to support local families and restock supplies for school buildings. WIBW
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Historic Harley-Davidson announced its relocation to the former Westridge 8 Theater after the movie theater closed on Oct. 23—leaving its longtime address at 2047 SW Topeka Boulevard—and will open a modern space in 2026 for local motorcycle enthusiasts. WIBW
- ➤ Evergy launched a tool that matches military job codes with available roles to help veterans align their military skills with company opportunities. The utility will host a Mission Transition event at 8:30 a.m. November 14 at Cedar Point Training Center — veterans and service members can explore additional career options then. WIBW
- ➤ Dillons grocery stores in Kansas will honor active and former military heroes on Veterans Day by offering a 10% discount to service members, veterans and their dependents on Tuesday, Nov. 11. Shoppers must present a valid military ID to receive the discount, which may combine with additional savings at some locations. WIBW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Andy Valdivia finished his 26th mural for the Kansas State High School Activities Association after nearly 1,000 hours of work—he planned the design with photos, sketches and wall painting to show athletes by their sport—hoping the piece brings a fresh look to the Capital City. WIBW
- ➤ Author Caryn Mirriam-Goldberg, a former Kansas Poet Laureate, will share her memoir about overcoming health challenges and saving her family farm—at the Topeka and Shawnee Co. Public Library on Nov. 12 from 7 to 8 p.m. WIBW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Flint Hills Technical College was named among 200 community colleges eligible for the $1 million Aspen Prize — it will compete through a 20-month review with the winner announced in Spring. WIBW
- ➤ Yesterday, the Kansas Children’s Discovery Center doubled its space from 15,000 to over 30,000 square feet by adding new interactive exhibits for kids to explore — including a family gallery and a two-story sunflower climbable installation — as record attendance necessitated more room. The expansion was funded by private donations and sales tax proceeds. WIBW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Kansas DCF announced that all SNAP beneficiaries received their full November benefits on Nov. 7 instead of using the usual 10-day staggered schedule—officials said they will monitor any impact from the federal government shutdown. This change ensured that about 86,000 homes received more than $31.6 million in benefits. WIBW
- ➤ Kansas DCF restored SNAP benefits as of 11:58 a.m. yesterday & is recalculating household amounts following USDA guidelines from Nov. 5. K-State compiled a map of mobile food pantries for Topeka residents & urged callers to confirm service times before visiting. KSNT
- ➤ Marines from across Kansas gathered at the statehouse on Friday—joining past, present, and future service members—to mark the Marine Corps' 250th birthday with historic orders read and Governor Kelly cutting the ceremonial cake. WIBW
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Rich The Kid Live Concert
9 PM – 12 AM — The Woodshed Event Center — Tickets required — Experience Rich The Kid's electrifying performance in Topeka!
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Chocolate Nutcracker Midwest
3-4:30 p.m. — Topeka Performing Arts Center — Adults start at $20, Children start at $10 — Experience an urban twist on the classic ballet featuring diverse dance styles.
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Cheer Power Topeka Showdown 2025
1 a.m. — Topeka Elite Cheer — Bids available for top competitions — Cheerleading competition featuring bids for prestigious events.
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28th Annual Winter Wonderland
November 26 to December 31 — Lake Shawnee Campground — Admission Fee Required — Experience a festive drive-thru holiday light display perfect for the entire family.
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Community Thanksgiving Dinner
12-2 p.m. — Stormont Vail Events Center — Free entry — Enjoy a warm meal with the community during this festive Thanksgiving gathering.
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SLEAZYWORLD GO Live in Topeka
9 p.m. — The Woodshed Event Center — $25-$120 — Experience SLEAZYWORLD GO's exciting live performance on 'THE RED TOUR' with all ages welcome.
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Adult Skate Night at Sk8away
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Sk8away Inc. — $8 with rentals or $6 with personal skates — Enjoy a fun night of skating for adults aged 18 and over.
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Catholic Community Zoo Lights
Come for Mass at Hayden HS, Enjoy Hot Chocolate after Mass, then head to The Topeka Zoo to enjoy the annual Zoo Lights event! Everyone is welcome!
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Catholic Community Zoo Lights
Come for Mass at Hayden HS, Enjoy Hot Chocolate after Mass, then head to The Topeka Zoo to enjoy the annual Zoo Lights event! Everyone is welcome!
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Tip-a-Cop at Red Robin Topeka
4-8 p.m. — Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and Brews — Donations appreciated — Enjoy a meal with local law enforcement while supporting Special Olympics Kansas athletes.
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10th Annual Wing Fling
2-3:30 p.m. — Stormont Vail Events Center — Ticket prices not available yet — Enjoy a fun-filled festival featuring Topeka's only chicken wing competition with great food, drinks, and live music.
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