Wednesday, January 1st, 2025
Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sedgwick County introduces a non-emergency line for New Year's Eve to ensure 911 remains available for true emergencies. KWCH
- ➤ The Wichita Police Department emphasizes the importance of safety by monitoring for impaired driving on New Year's Eve and recommends using designated drivers or ride-sharing options. KNSS
- ➤ The Wichita community rallies behind a barbecue restaurant owner, who is hospitalized with severe health issues, through a GoFundMe campaign to cover medical costs. FOX Kansas
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The newly opened ramp from northbound Interstate 235 to Kansas Highway 96 was temporarily closed due to fallen scaffolding caused by high winds but has since reopened. KSN
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Sedgwick County District Attorney Marc Bennett warns of phishing scams after receiving a suspicious email attempting to extort money. KNSS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Kansas legislators aim to further reduce property taxes in 2025 following a substantial cut in 2024, despite concerns from Governor Laura Kelly about state financial sustainability. The Beacon
- ➤ Wichita police increase patrols on New Year’s Eve to deter impaired driving, highlighting the night's high risk and economic impacts of DUIs. KWCH
- ➤ Sedgwick County Commission Chair Ryan Baty highlighted a year of achievements focusing on community health and stability, with improved government services staffing, and a future focus on reducing property taxes. KNSS
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Clay Street Unit Live Performance
Clay Street Unit, a band from Denver, CO, brings their energetic blend of southern country, folk, and bluegrass music to WAVE in Wichita for an engaging live performance.
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Cars for Charities Rod & Custom Car Show
The Cars for Charities Rod & Custom Car Show is Kansas's largest indoor car show featuring hundreds of local and national show cars, vendor exhibits, and a free Kid’s Zone with various activities.
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2025 US Figure Skating Championships
The 2025 US Figure Skating Championships will take place from January 20-26 in Wichita, Kansas, featuring top athletes competing in various skating disciplines.
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29th Annual No-Till on the Plains Winter Conference
The event is a conference focused on no-till farming practices featuring keynotes from notable experts in the field, held at the Wichita Marriott.
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Weekly Lorcana Azurite Sea Tournament in Wichita, KS
The Wichita Lorcana Season 6 Weekly Tournament takes place every Friday at 7 PM at Headshots Arcade, offering participants an Azurite Sea Booster Pack just for registering.
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Orphan Jon and the Abandoned Live Performance
Experience a live music performance by Orphan Jon and the Abandoned at The Humidor Cocktail Lounge in Wichita.
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Stronger Together Pickleball Event in Wichita
This event offers a beginner clinic and skills drill class followed by small bites and a guest speaker, centered around a social evening of pickleball activities.
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Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Adele
Experience the enchanting music of Adele performed by the Listeso String Quartet in a unique candlelit setting at the Kansas Aviation Museum.
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