Saturday, December 28th, 2024
Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Topeka faces a trash accumulation issue on properties owned by Eucalyptus Real Estate, with the city potentially stepping in after the cleanup deadline passed. KSNT
- ➤ R&D Collectibles is relocating to a new spot next to Champs Sports in the West Ridge Mall on January 6, 2025. WIBW
- ➤ Helping Hands Humane Society, encountering full shelters, promotes a New Year's microchip special for pets from Jan. 5 to 11, aiming to reunite lost pets with their owners. WIBW
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An early-morning fire in East Topeka resulted in a mother and her infant being hospitalized, while a dog's fate remains uncertain. WIBW
- ➤ Two individuals were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries following an early morning house fire in East Topeka. KSNT
- ➤ Kansas Highway Patrol reported a decrease in fatalities and speeding tickets over the Christmas holiday compared to previous years, alongside conducting numerous motorist assists. WIBW
- ➤ A woman and child were treated for minor injuries after an accidental fire, caused by a space heater, did $83,000 in damages to a house in southeast Topeka. The Topeka Capital-Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Beacon in Topeka is hosting a Roaring Twenties-themed New Year's Eve party with varying ticket options for dancing, dining, and a midnight champagne toast as the venue approaches its 100th anniversary. WIBW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Newly elected Kansas District 2 Representative Derek Schmidt outlines his priorities before heading to Congress, emphasizing consistent service at both state and national levels. WIBW
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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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Topeka Area Gorilla Gathering Networking Event
This event offers alumni and friends in the Topeka area an opportunity for dinner and networking, featuring a special update from Pittsburg State University officials.
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ThunderKat Live Performance at Happy Basset Barrel House
ThunderKat returns to the Happy Basset Barrel House in Topeka to perform classic rock hits from the 1980s, featuring songs from bands like Journey, AC/DC, and Metallica.
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