The Greater Topeka Partnership announced the 2026 Leadership Greater Topeka award recipients, recognizing outstanding local leaders and organizations, with honors to be presented at the May 15 Graduation Gala.

“National Signing Day marks the beginning of an exciting educational journey and highlights the value of technical education,” said Scott Smathers, Dean, Washburn Tech.

The Topeka Zoo will celebrate Earth Day with its annual Party for the Planet presented by Club Car Wash on Saturday, April 18, offering a full day of activities from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. focused on environmental awareness, hands-on experiences, and ways the community can help protect the planet.

“Rich’s entrepreneurial vision and strategic leadership, paired with John’s deep market knowledge and commitment to relationship‑based banking, will significantly strengthen our board.”

Landmark National Bank announces the addition of James Jeffries as Vice President, Commercial Banking.

The Topeka Community Foundation will honor the recipients of more than 100 scholarships at its annual reception on Thursday.

The Topeka Performing Arts Center announced that stand-up comedian Bert Kreischer will be performing live as part of his Permission To Party tour. The show is scheduled for 7 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 5 at TPAC.

A proud Topeka resident, Herrman is passionate about strengthening the community she calls home. She will lead PARS in advancing evidence-based prevention strategies, expanding community partnerships, and continuing to provide resources that support individuals and families across Shawnee County.

AIM Strategies is offering a 20% discount at its downtown Topeka restaurant locations to U.S. Coast Guard active-duty and civilian members. Other downtown businesses, including The Celtic Fox, Hazel Hill and The Tee Box, have joined the effort and are also offering a 20% discount.

The Diamond Awards program is the most prestigious competition in the credit union marketing industry, celebrating organizations that demonstrate excellence in creativity, strategy, and results.

"This acquisition strengthens our strategy to expand access to integrated, person-centered care for older adults," said Shawn Sullivan, President and CEO of Midland Care.

In this volunteer leadership role, Sourk will help shape AHLA's educational programming and member engagement efforts around senior living and other facets of law affecting elders.

La Reina’s School of Fine Arts, founded by beauty industry veteran Khrysten Nicole, celebrates its grand opening & ribbon cutting Saturday, April 4th

The new Siemens Healthineers ARTIS icono biplane system is designed to deliver detailed images while keeping radiation exposure as low as possible.

The American Advertising Awards, the industry’s largest and most representative competition, recognize creative excellence in advertising and marketing at the local, regional and national levels.

Coveted Fiesta Food Sales to Kick Off April 13, Followed by a Month of Activities Launching June 27 and Culminating in the Five-Day Festival July 14-18

This recognition is a part of the Child Care Friendly Communities initiative, a statewide program that uplifts community-led efforts to make child care accessible, sustainable, and supportive for Kansas families and providers.

The High 5 for Mom & Baby Premier designation is awarded to hospitals that follow 10 evidence‑based practices shown to improve maternal and infant health outcomes.

Nationally Renowned Civil-Rights Attorney Ben Crump to Keynote Event, Grammy Award-Winning Performance Poet J. Ivy Taking the Stage