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Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 20th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • BooFest at Wichita's Exploration Place offers Halloween-themed activities including trick-or-treating, games, and interactive science experiments.  Wichita By E.B.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A child is in critical condition after being struck by a car in west Wichita.  KWCH
  • One person was seriously injured early Saturday morning in a south Wichita house fire.  KNSS
  • A firefighter was hospitalized with minor injuries after extinguishing a severe house fire in south Wichita.  KWCH

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Textron Aviation workers vote on a new 5-year contract proposal amid a strike, featuring a significant pay increase and additional benefits.  KAKE
  • Boeing offers striking workers a 35% pay raise over four years and $7,000 bonuses in a bid to end a month-long strike.  KWCH

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Candidates for the Kansas State Senate and House of Representatives discuss key priorities including healthcare, education, taxation, and marijuana legislation, with some expressing commitment to Medicaid expansion, protecting reproductive rights, and equitable tax systems.  The Sunflower

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • A & J Poke Ramen opens in Wichita, KS, offering customizable ramen and poke bowls, with a 10% discount through October.  Wichita By E.B.

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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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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