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The Topeka Capital-Journal
Filmmaker with Topeka ties tours US to share 'Bonhoeffer' truth
A German filmmaker is traveling to show off his documentary and hopefully find an American distributor. Hellmut Schlingensiepen has been visiting multiple college campuses to show his documentary, "The Cloud of Witnesses: Dietrich Bonhoeffer in Harlem 1930/31," including Washburn University. The Oct. 11 showing in Topeka included discussion of Schlingensiepen's work with the help of Reggie Williams, a Saint Louis University theological studies associate professor. Filmmaker: Nazi Germany-era documentary has important message Schlingensiepen said the topics in his documentary are just as relevant today, citing the uptick in far-right leadership in Germany. Tobias Rausch won his election for president of the State Parliament of Saxony-Anhalt. He is a member of the Alternative for Germany Party, making this the first time since World War II that a far-right leader has secured the speaker position in a German state parliament. "We have this upcoming racism in Germany," Schlingensiepen said, citing the election. "So we are dealing with a real back swing. The pendulum is getting into awful times. We need to be prepared, and we need to learn." He also said the lesson of anti-racism needs to be learned and is timeless. "The needs to be learned first," Schlingensiepen said. "It's the
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Blind Tiger celebrates win at the Great American Beer Festival
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Staff at a Topeka brewery are celebrating a recent win on the national stage after claiming an award at the Great American Beer Festival. Jay Ives, President and Owner of the Blind Tiger Brewery & Restaurant, said in a press release on Oct. 12 that Brewmaster John Dean and Head Brewer Alvaro Canizales […]
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New 7 Brew opening soon in southwest Topeka
TOPEKA (KSNT) – A new coffee shop from a national chain is set to open in southwest Topeka. Fans of 7 Brew coffee won’t have to wait much longer. Company officials said a new location at 2717 SW Wanamaker Rd. will open on Oct. 19. 7 Brew has locations in 38 states nationwide, including more […]
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Catch the latest bargains on ‘Thrifty Thursday’
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Catch the latest bargains by tuning in to “Thrifty Thursday” on today’s edition of “A.M. Extra.”. The half-hour livestream airs at 8 a.m. weekdays on wibw.com and streaming platforms such as Roku. Join hosts Jared Broyles and Reina Flores for the program,...
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Kansas Locals Say The Fried Fish Platters At This Lakeside Restaurant Never Disappoint
Crisp breading, flaky fish, and a view of the water can make a simple meal hard to forget. At this Kansas lakeside stop, locals keep coming back for fried fish platters that have earned a reputation for being reliably satisfying without trying too hard. Part of the appeal is the...
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Flora Lumina nighttime display opening at Topeka’s Ward-Meade Park
TOPEKA (KSNT) – People will be able to enjoy a new nighttime light experience at a local park in Topeka through to the start of November. Ashley Gilfillan, marketing & communications supervisor for Shawnee County Parks and Recreation (SCP+R), said in a press release that Flora Lumina: A Festival of Light is opening Oct. 12 […]
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Aspire Gymnastics Club Celebrates New Facility with Grand Opening and Customer Appreciation Event
Aspire Gymnastics Club invites families, neighbors, and community members to celebrate its new facility at a Grand Opening and Customer Appreciation event on Oct 17, 2026 from 1:00pm-2:30pm, at 3315 NW Hunters Ridge Terr, Topeka, KS 66618. The celebration will feature a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 1:15pm along with activities for...
247Sports
Sunflower Showdown game always deserves your attention | Daily Delivery
Both Kansas State and Kansas are 0-2 in Big 12 play heading into Saturday's 124th edition of the Sunflower Showdown at Bill Snyder Family Stadium, but this game is always important to loyal fans. Can K-State extend its historic winning streak to 18 years, or will KU finally add a win to its overall series lead of 64-54-5?
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David Traylor Zoo and Natural Resource Advisory Board educate residents on how rainwater can benefit you after the storm with rain barrel workshop Saturday
All you need is a few simple materials and rainwater can help you reduce your use of utility-provided water, meaning a cutdown on your monthly bill, according to David Traylor Zoo Director Brenda Young. Young’s comments came after she led a rain barrel workshop organized in partnership by the Emporia...
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Florist Spotlight: Lori McNorton of Blooms on Boswell
Long before Lori McNorton was a successful flower shop owner or even a floral design coordinator for Florists’ Review, she was a true flower child. She spent her days dallying in dandelions for as long as she can remember. But she never imagined a childhood passion would turn into a thriving business and community haven.
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Small dogs, big competition at Petland Topeka’s Annual Weenie Dog Races
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Petland Topeka hosted its Annual Weenie Dog Races on Saturday, giving dachshunds a chance to compete for prizes, and bragging rights. Winners took home gift card prizes, and dogs of all sizes had a chance to shine, with awards also given for biggest, smallest and best dressed.
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Dorsey Selected to Photojournalism Hall of Fame
Longtime Salina Journal photo journalist Tom Dorsey is being honored. The photographer, whose career helped document the people, places and events of north-central Kansas, will be among the honorees inducted into the Kansas Photojournalism Hall of Fame in November. Dorsey, who lives in Salina and is retired after a long...
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Author explores data centers’ impact on communities at Emporia event
Author Heath Jeppson brought the discussion of data centers down to the community level Saturday morning during an Eggs & Issues event at Emporia State University’s Sauder Alumni Center. Jeppson, author of “The Cloud Has Hit the Ground,” spoke about data centers, economic development and the physical infrastructure behind...
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Divas of Soul coming to Topeka Performing Arts Center
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The hits that some of the most powerful female voices of the past decades brought to life are coming to the Topeka Performing Arts Center. Divas of Soul takes the stage Saturday, Oct. 10. The diva herself, Cece Teneal, visited Eye on NE Kansas with TPAC’s executive director Dan Kays.
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Fall Plein Air Painting Event Planned at Seelye Mansion
The Arts Council of Dickinson County and the Historic Seelye Mansion invite the public to enjoy another afternoon of creativity during a fall plein air painting event at the Seelye Mansion on Saturday, October 24. According to the Abilene Convention and Visitors Bureau, The event will begin with light refreshments...
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Olson's Shoe Repair in Manhattan, KS
Having a cobbler in Manhattan, KS, is saving my shoes again!. It's places like Olson's Shoe Repair that remind me how lucky we are to have some of the businesses we have in Manhattan, Kansas. I have a pair of house slippers that are practically new, but the stitching started...
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Pair of ostriches arrive at the Topeka Zoo
Editor’s Note: This story has been corrected to reflect when the public can see the ostriches. We regret the error. TOPEKA (KSNT) – Staff at the Topeka Zoo report that two big birds have arrived in the Capital City and will soon be open to public viewing. Topeka Zoo & Conservation Center officials said in […]