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Wednesday, December 4th, 2024
Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Safe Kids Kansas honored individuals and organizations for their contributions to preventing unintentional injury to children, with Christy Schunn receiving the Dr. Dennis Cooley Award of Excellence. WIBW
- ➤ Kansas Highway Patrol Trooper Ben Gardner reminded drivers via Facebook that state law limits vehicles to four forward-facing lights to prevent safety issues for oncoming traffic. WIBW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Mickel Cherry, accused of the rape and murder of 5-year-old Zoey Felix at a Topeka homeless camp, is scheduled for a plea hearing on Dec. 13. KSNT
- ➤ A Topeka woman was sentenced to over 5 years in prison for involuntarily killing three children in a 2022 car accident during an illegal U-turn. WIBW
- ➤ The Topeka Police Department is investigating its 20th homicide of 2024 following a fatal shooting on SW 12th St. WIBW
- ➤ Neal R. St Cyr was arrested for methamphetamine possession in Shawnee County, Kansas, after being found at an ATM. WIBW
- ➤ King Auto Glass in Topeka alerts customers to a scam where individuals impersonating the company could take personal information under the guise of offering lower prices. WIBW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Laura Kelly announced the second round of the ADOPT program, providing $10.7 million to expand public Wi-Fi and digital device access in Kansas. WIBW
- ➤ The application deadline for the vacancy on the Kansas Court of Appeals, created by Judge Henry Green, Jr.'s retirement, is scheduled for January 6, 2025, with the Nominating Commission set to review candidates and submit three nominees for the governor's consideration. WIBW
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Topeka Clinic: Free Veterinary Services for Pets of People in Need
Get free basic veterinary care for pets of individuals experiencing homelessness, including physical exams and vaccinations, at a community clinic organized by local organizations.
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Chocolate Nutcracker Performance
Experience a magical interpretation of the classic Nutcracker ballet with a delightful twist at the Topeka Performing Arts Center.
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PAW Patrol Live! 'Heroes Unite' - A Family Adventure
Experience an exciting live show where the PAW Patrol pups embark on a heroic mission to rescue Robo Dog from Mayor Humdinger's chaos.
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Candlelight Concert: Vivaldi's Four Seasons and More
Experience a magical Candlelight concert featuring Vivaldi's Four Seasons performed by Listeso String Quartet in an awe-inspiring venue.
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The Nutcracker - Ballet Midwest's Holiday Tradition
Ballet Midwest presents a captivating performance of The Nutcracker, featuring Clara's enchanting journey through a magical Christmas Eve and the Kingdom of Enchantment.
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Ballet Midwest Presents: The Nutcracker
Ballet Midwest presents a classic performance of The Nutcracker, showcasing the enchanting story and choreography set to Tchaikovsky's timeless score.
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Ballet Midwest Presents: The Nutcracker
Experience a classic ballet performance of The Nutcracker at the Topeka Performing Arts Center.
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Meet Santa Ken at 785 Beer Company
Families are invited to have their children share Christmas wishes and capture photos with Santa Ken during the enchanting SnowGlobe Christmas event.
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Topeka Clinic: Free Veterinary Care for Pets in Need
The Street Dog Coalition is offering free basic veterinary care for pets of individuals experiencing or at risk of homelessness at the Salvation Army in Topeka.
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Winter Solstice Yule Ball
Celebrate the longest night of the year at the Winter Solstice Yule Ball featuring music, dancing, a costume contest, and festive treats.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The beauty of a living thing is not the atoms that go into it, but the way those atoms are put together.
~ Carl Sagan
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