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Saturday, December 14th, 2024
Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of December.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Mickel Cherry pleaded guilty to first degree murder and rape in the 2023 death of five-year-old Zoey Felix in Topeka, Kansas. WIBW
- ➤ The Topeka Police Department is investigating its 21st homicide after discovering a gunshot victim dead on December 13. KSNT
- ➤ A massage parlor in Laredo, Texas was closed due to potential human trafficking and employees lodging on-site, while Topeka Police investigate a suspicious adult male death. KSNT
- ➤ A deliberate fire in south Topeka early Friday resulted in $13,500 damages, with no injuries reported. WIBW
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Three of the four largest counties in Kansas experienced wage growth from June 2023 to June 2024, with Shawnee County leading at a 5% increase. KSNT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Washburn Tech received its largest donation of $3 million from Bruce and Theresa McPherson to enhance technical education programs and facilitate regional economic development. WIBW
- ➤ The Kansas State Board of Education unanimously decided to distribute a report to local school districts offering guidelines on implementing daytime cell phone bans and enhancing mental health awareness and parental control over devices. Kansas Reflector
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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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