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- 1Topeka-area VFW to honor women veterans' military service▼Topeka area VFW to honor women for military service
A Veterans of Foreign Wars post in the Topeka, Kansas area is holding an event to honor women who have served in the US military. The gathering recognizes the contributions of female service members, a group whose role in the armed forces has grown substantially in recent decades. Local coverage highlights the recognition as part of broader efforts to highlight women veterans' often overlooked service.
- 2Mother of Topeka homicide victim calls on leaders to act●Mother of Topeka homicide victim asks leaders to step up | Opinion
The mother of a homicide victim in Topeka, Kansas is publicly urging city leaders to take stronger action against violence, in an opinion piece published by The Topeka Capital-Journal. She speaks from personal grief and is asking officials to step up on public safety in the community.