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Saturday, October 19th, 2024

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Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Great Plains Nature Center in Wichita is unveiling a new mural by local artist Delilah Reed during its annual 'Art on the Trail' event.  KSN
  • Wichita offers a variety of weekend activities, including Flocktail at Sedgwick County Zoo, Art on the Trail at Great Plains Nature Center, Making Strides of Wichita, and numerous family-friendly events like BooFest and Dinosaurs After Dark.  Wichita By E.B.

CRIME NEWS

  • A 15-year-old was sentenced to nearly 8 years in juvenile detention for the accidental shooting death of a 17-year-old in Wichita.  KWCH

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Textron Aviation proposed a 31% wage increase over five years to the striking Machinists union, improving from their previous 26% over four years offer.  KNSS
  • Spirit Aerosystems will implement a 21-day furlough for 700 employees working on Boeing 767 and 777 projects starting October 28 due to Boeing's backlog from the Washington state strike.  KWCH

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Sedgwick County offers a free disposal event for household hazardous waste on Oct. 26, 2024, at Sedgwick County Zoo, excluding tires, electronics, and explosives.  KSN

EVENTS

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  • East Varsity Soccer Match Against Northwest

    Experience an exciting non-conference soccer match as the East varsity team takes on Northwest at home.

    Tue, 10/22/24

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  • Food 4 Kids: Weekend Food Support for Students

    Experience community engagement as West Heights UMC collaborates with the Kansas Food Bank to provide food support for financially insecure students.

    Wed, 10/23/24

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  • Fine Arts Scholarship Day at Friends University

    Experience a day filled with opportunities to attend classes, audition for scholarships, and engage with current students at Friends University.

    Thu, 10/24/24

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  • Christian Women’s Club Gathering

    Experience a supportive community with engaging activities and personal stories of faith and service.

    Fri, 10/25/24

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  • Old Town Farm and Art Market

    Experience a vibrant market showcasing local arts and fresh produce in a community-driven atmosphere.

    Sat, 10/26/24

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  • Michael Jackson Tribute Concert Featuring Danny Dash Andrews

    Experience an electrifying tribute to the King of Pop with Americas’s top impersonator, Danny Dash Andrews, in a high-energy show that spans Michael Jackson's illustrious career.

    Sun, 10/27/24

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  • Special Olympics North America Golf Championship

    Experience inclusive competition as over 200 athletes and Unified partners from the U.S. and Canada showcase their skills in golf while fostering teamwork and sportsmanship.

    Mon, 10/28/24

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  • Wheel of Fortune Live! in Wichita

    Experience an electrifying live version of America's favorite game show, where audience members can spin the iconic wheel and win exciting prizes.

    Tue, 10/29/24

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  • Wichita Halloween Bar Crawl: An Evening of Spooky Fun

    Experience a thrilling Halloween night as you crawl through the spookiest bars in Wichita, indulging in themed drinks and participating in a costume contest.

    Thu, 10/31/24

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  • Avatar: The Last Airbender Live Orchestral Concert - Wichita

    Experience a captivating live orchestral performance of the iconic soundtrack from Avatar: The Last Airbender, synchronized with a special recap of the animated series on a full-size cinema screen.

    Fri, 11/1/24

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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