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Sunday, December 21st, 2025

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Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 21st of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Gil Carter Initiative hosted a free Christmas program featuring music and narrations in Topeka, drawing locals to a festive evening (organizer Erma Forbes emphasized the event welcomes everyone regardless of financial means).  WIBW

CULTURE NEWS

  • Up From the Roots brings winter color to the Alice C. Sabatini Gallery (inside the library) until Feb. 15. The exhibit features nature-themed art and hands-on craft activities for families seeking new ways to connect with local nature.  WIBW
  • Topeka Library will host the final Songs of the Season performance on Dec. 23 at 11:30 a.m. as Claire’s Merry Band of Strings closes out the holiday series (featuring classic tunes) (marking the event's end).  WIBW

SPORTS NEWS

  • Kentucky volleyball star Brooklyn DeLeye (a Topeka native) played all season with a torn meniscus and is scheduled to have surgery after the Wildcats face Texas A&M in the national championship match in Kansas City on Sunday.  WIBW

EVENTS

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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.

    Wed, 12/31/25

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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.

    Sat, 1/10/26

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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.

    Mon, 1/12/26

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