Sunday, December 8th, 2024

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Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 29th annual Miracle on Kansas Avenue parade in Topeka drew large crowds, featuring music, lights, and festive spirit among attendees. WIBW
- ➤ Kansas service members are joyfully reunited with their families at Forbes Field after returning from deployment in time for the holidays. The Topeka Capital-Journal
- ➤ The Kiwanis Club of Topeka's annual pancake feed and silent auction, attended by hundreds, raises funds for local youth programs including the Salvation Army and Boys Scouts, with a focus on community fellowship. WIBW
- ➤ The annual Santa Paws event in Topeka offered pet services and encouraged adoption, benefiting the local animal shelter. WIBW
- ➤ The Great Overland Station hosted a holiday craft show with nearly 40 vendors, offering the community a chance to purchase unique, hand-made gifts. WIBW
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Topeka man was hospitalized with minor injuries after his vehicle collided with another on US-24 highway. WIBW
- ➤ Relatives of Alycia Noriega, who died in a traffic crash, are suing Allstate for refusing to provide survivor's benefits, asserting Noriega was covered under the vehicle's policy. The Topeka Capital-Journal
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GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Laura Kelly of Kansas promoted several long-standing team members to key positions within her administration. WIBW
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The NAMI Kansas kickoff event for the 2025 NAMI Walks promoted mental health awareness and rallied community support. WIBW
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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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The Nutcracker Performance
Experience the enchanting story of Clara and the Nutcracker Prince as they face off against the evil Mouse King in this classic holiday ballet.
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New Year's Eve PRCA Xtreme Bulls in Topeka
The PRCA New Year's Eve Xtreme Bulls event features thrilling bull riding, taking place at the Stormont Vail Events Center in Topeka.
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