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Saturday, December 20th, 2025
Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 20th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Topeka LULAC Senior Center celebrated the holidays and Jennie Barron’s 95th birthday on Dec. 19 with live mariachi music, food, and friendly smiles. Members collected toys for Children’s Mercy & supported a charitable cause led by local artist Ryan Manuel. WIBW
- ➤ Topeka remodeling company Hop-2-It held its fourth annual sock drive Friday at the Topeka Rescue Mission to help people stay warm. The owner, who once experienced homelessness, provided socks, caps, gloves, drinks and food to support those facing the cold. WIBW
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Skinner Garden Store in Topeka offers discounted last-minute holiday decorations and trees for shoppers still finishing their festive plans. Owner Cameron Rees advises customers to act quickly as only a few real trees remain for the season. WIBW
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Kansas Department of Agriculture warned poultry owners that avian influenza—driven by migrating wild birds this fall—has resurfaced and may affect backyard flocks. The agency said the virus is not a food safety concern and urged owners to enhance biosecurity measures. WIBW
- ➤ The University of Kansas Cancer Center's new research complex is now estimated at $329 million—an increase driven by plans for 70,000 sqft extra labs and rising construction costs. Ground was broken in May and the facility will be operational by February 2028. Kansas Reflector
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Ballet Midwest Presents: The Nutcracker
1-2:30 p.m. — Topeka Performing Arts Center — Tickets available at the box office — Experience the magic of Kansas Ballet's holiday classic with stunning choreography and live music.
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PRCA New Year's Eve Xtreme Bulls
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Stormont Vail Events Center — Tickets from $38 — Celebrate New Year's Eve with thrilling bull riding and compete against the top bulls in the country.
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Yung Bleu Live Concert
8 PM - 12 AM — The Woodshed Event Center — $30 general admission, $200 VIP options available — Experience an electrifying performance by Yung Bleu in Topeka.
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The Calm Oasis Sessions
8:30 p.m. — McFarland Farm — Free entry — Engage in soothing group sessions designed to foster relaxation and community connection.
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