Victoria Cassell

Topeka

Morning Show Producer at WIBW-TV (Topeka, KS)

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NiJa Canady fans gather at Evergy Plaza to support the star pitcher in the Women’s College World Series Championship

1 day ago | wibw.com | Katie Maher |Victoria Cassell

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - NiJa Canady’s fanbase in her home city is as strong as ever. Fans gathered at Evergy Plaza for a watch party to see the Topeka native fight for a National Championship on Friday night. Canady and the Texas Tech Red Raiders fell 10-4 to Texas in the winner-takes-all Women’s College World Series Championship series finale, ending the year as National Runners Up. Regardless of the result, local fans were excited to support the star athlete.
Wednesday’s Child - Madison, Ra’niah and Li’niaha

1 week ago | wibw.com | Victoria Cassell

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - In this week’s Wednesday’s Child we’re introducing you to Madison, 9, Ra’niah, 8, and Li’niaha, 5, who wish to be adopted together into a family that will give each of them individual attention and provide them with a safe, loving environment. Older sister Madison likes to color and do crafts. She adores playing outside and is always up to dance and play with her sisters.
Topeka Police launch new PACT initiative aimed at reducing violent crime

2 weeks ago | wibw.com | Victoria Cassell

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Topeka residents got to enjoy a picnic at the Little Oakland Park with local law enforcement while also pitching in on a new initiative aimed at reducing violent crime in the capital city. I find that it works better when our community knows ahead of time what we’re doing. A new initiative called PACT or police and community together, is aiming to reduce violent crime in the capital city by giving a voice to everyone in the community.
First class graduates from the Shawnee Co. District Attorney’s Citizen Academy

2 weeks ago | wibw.com | Victoria Cassell

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - 14 participants graduated from the inaugural Shawnee County District Attorney’s office Citizen’s Academy Wednesday. The eight-week educational program is designed to give Shawnee County residents an inside look at the criminal justice system and the responsibilities of the district attorney’s office. The academy covered topics like human trafficking investigations, the trial process, an overview of the criminal justice system and more.
Wednesday’s Child - Jaynasha

2 weeks ago | wibw.com | Victoria Cassell

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - In this week’s Wednesday’s child we’re introducing you to 16-year-old Jaynasha who has a beautiful personality and will make the best addition to a loving, supportive, and enthusiastic family. Jaynasha who likes to go by JJ is a fan of anime and art. JJ loves to express herself through writing as well and is a participant in her school’s debate class and is very proud of the work she’s put in. with a social and approachable personality JJ cares about her friends.
Summer camp slots are still available in Topeka

2 weeks ago | wibw.com | Victoria Cassell

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Every year summer programs are quick to fill up and this year is no different. But the YMCA in Topeka says they still have some open spots. “We have three camps here we have the camp for the pre-k and then we have the camp for 3rd-6th grade and then we have an adventure camp what we call and we have availability in all of those camps,” says Youth Services Director at the YMCA. So does the Boys and Girls Club of Topeka.
Salute Our Heroes: Grant writer turned president has transformed the way funds help the community

2 weeks ago | wibw.com | Victoria Cassell

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - “The important work that the foundation does is really steered by Marsha,” says Alicia VanWalleghem, Director of Strategic Initiative at Topeka Community Foundation. For Marsha Pope, going to bed at night is easy, and coming to work is even easier, and it has been for 22 years. “I believe that you are put into a position for a purpose.
Wednesday’s Child - J’Nay

3 weeks ago | wibw.com | Victoria Cassell

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - In this week’s Wednesday’s Child, we’re introducing you to 15-year-old J‘Nay, who will bring the laughter, the smarts, and the soundtrack – and now all she needs is a place to call home. J’Nay is charismatic and has a great sense of humor. She can fill a room full of people with laughter with her witty comments and jokes. She is also intelligent and enjoys school, with her favorite class in school being science because she is good at it and likes doing the experiments.
Dispute between mural artist and the City of Fairview leaves artist unpaid for her work

1 month ago | wibw.com | Victoria Cassell

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A mural turning heads on US-36 has also been stirring up conversations in Fairview, Kansas for months now after a dispute between the city and artist left the artist unpaid. The mural that was completed last September depicts wildlife and plants native to northeastern Kansas, as well as local Fairview landmarks and farming images. But the city says the finished mural was not what they asked for.
Topeka & Shawnee Co. Public Library hosts author talk with Dr. Walk Menninger

1 month ago | wibw.com | Victoria Cassell

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The Topeka & Shawnee Co. Public Library hosted Dr. Walt Menninger for an author talk Wednesday night. The psychiatrist added “memoir author” to his resume last fall and has been on tour for his book titled “Like What You Do”. Dr. Menninger sat alongside co-author Todd Fertig Wednesday night hearing from and sharing with excited fans. Sarah Morgan says she recently got the chance to meet Dr. Menninger and just had to get his book too.