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🌱 Patch AM: What Topeka parents learned at this year’s community baby shower.
Also, don't miss IH Parent Information Night EC-2nd on the Topeka Patch calendar
What's up Topeka! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- What Topeka parents learned at this year's community baby shower.
- Check if your Kansas Lottery ticket is a winner from Aug. 22
- How Kansans are remembering Senator Nancy Kassebaum Baker's lasting legacy.
And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Keith H.!
Today's riddle: What did the Buffalo say when his son left? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Sunday: A p.m. t-storm in spots, with a high of 80 and low of 66 degrees.
- Monday: Humid with a thunderstorm, temps: high: 85, low: 68.
- Tuesday: Partly sunny and humid, with a high of 86 and low of 70 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
📰 News we're reading
• Community baby shower promotes safe sleep education in Shawnee County (wibw.com) — Families gathered at the Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library for a community baby shower focused on safe infant sleep and reducing local infant mortality. Parents received education on the ABCs of safe sleep plus practical items like fitted blankets and portable cribs, while organizers highlighted stark racial disparities in Shawnee County infant deaths and pointed residents to ongoing resources at LiveWellSNCO.org. 
• Kansas Lottery Powerball, Pick 3 winning numbers for Aug. 22, 2026 (cjonline.com) — If you bought a Kansas Lottery ticket, you can now check the Aug. 22 winning numbers for Powerball, Pick 3, 2 By 2 and more, plus see how to claim prizes. Winners over $599 can mail tickets or visit Kansas Lottery headquarters at 128 N. Kansas Ave. in downtown Topeka on weekdays. Smaller prizes are redeemable at any retailer.
• Former WIBW reporter reflects on legacy of U.S. Senator Nancy Kassabaum Baker (wibw.com) — From Topeka, friends and former colleagues are remembering the late U.S. Senator Nancy Kassebaum Baker for her decades of service to Kansans and her trailblazing role in the Senate. Former WIBW reporter Walt Riker recalls moderating her early debates, her humility, and her impact as one of the few women in the chamber, while plans for a private memorial move forward.
📸 Around Topeka
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Topeka
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- IH Parent Information Night EC-2nd
Indian Hills Elementary Topeka, KS 66614
4:30 pm - Parent Information Night 3rd-5th
Indian Hills Elementary Topeka, KS 66614
5:00 pm - Parent Information Night
Farley Elementary Topeka, KS 66614
5:30 pm - PTO Movie Night
Mceachron Elem Topeka, KS 66614
5:30 pm
Tuesday August 25
Friday August 28
🗓 Events Nearby
- Silver Lake Education Foundation Night at QDOBA
Silver Lake USD 372 QDOBA Mexican Eats
4:00 pm - Parent Night →
Northern Hills Elementary Topeka, KS 66617
6:00 pm - Preschool Screening
Silver Lake USD 372 Silver Lake, KS 66539 - No Preschool
Silver Lake USD 372 Silver Lake Grade School, 200 Rice Rd, Silver Lake, KS 66539 - Future Farmers of America Fall Area Meeting
Silver Lake USD 372 Oskaloosa High School, 404 Park St, Oskaloosa, KS 66066, USA
9:00 am - Grade School Fall Gym Use Meeting
Silver Lake USD 372 Silver Lake Grade School, 200 Rice Rd, Silver Lake, KS 66539
5:30 pm - Junior High Kick Off Meeting
Silver Lake USD 372 Silver Lake High School, PO Box 39, 200 E Lake St, Silver Lake\
7:40 am - High School Varsity Girls Golf
Silver Lake USD 372 Forbes Golf Course, 700 SW Capehart Rd, Topeka, KS 66619, USA
1:00 pm
Tuesday August 25
Wednesday August 26
Thursday August 27
Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Sunrise on the shunga creek Trail this morning.
Using my cell this morning. My other cameras are fighting with me. That still won't keep me from capturing the start of this wonderful day. … (Nextdoor East Topeka North) - At ZC Demo-Haul L.L.C. we believe, True community goes far beyond financial support—it begins with core values like respect, honesty, integrity, and a willingness to withhold judgment.
When we lead with compassion and understanding, we create a space where people feel seen, valued, and uplifted. Imagine a world where we can nod and… (Nextdoor Bishop Park)
- Dillons Food Stores posted a job opening for Courtesy Clerk/Grocery Bagger in Topeka. Apply here.
- Jimmy John's Franchise, LLC posted a job opening for Team Member #2387 in Topeka. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Topeka here.
🗞 Nearby News
Lawrence
- Lawrence school board to consider approving property tax rate, hear AI update (lawrencekstimes.com)
- 'Illustrative': Lawrence Arts Center's new printmaker-in-residence loves to show her process (ljworld.com)
- Andrews McMeel Almanac for August 21, 2026 (uexpress.com)
Baldwin City
- Remembering Luther Taylor, a Small Town Kansas Baseball Player Who Made It to the Majors (kansaspublicradio.org)
Ok Topeka! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bison! (Thank you Judy M. for sending it in!)
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