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Daily editionMonday, October 21st, 2024

Good morning, Wichita.

The Daily Wichita Team

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Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 21st of October.

Community

  1. The 10th Annual Empty Bowls Wichita chili cook-off fundraiser, involving students, staff, and the community, aims to raise $20,000 to combat local hunger and food insecurity.

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Government

  1. Early voting for the 2024 presidential election begins Monday in Sedgwick County, Kansas, with three early voting centers open two weeks before Election Day.

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Accidents

  1. A firefighter was hospitalized after falling ill while battling an early morning house fire in south Wichita.

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  2. A teenage girl died after being struck by a Jeep in Wichita; police are investigating, citing the bright sun as a potential contributing factor.

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Wichita Events

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  1. East Varsity Soccer Match Against Northwest

    Tuesday, October 22nd, 2024 · Experience an exciting non-conference soccer match as the East varsity team takes on Northwest at home.

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  2. Food 4 Kids: Weekend Food Support for Students

    Wednesday, October 23rd, 2024 · Experience community engagement as West Heights UMC collaborates with the Kansas Food Bank to provide food support for financially insecure students.

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  3. Fine Arts Scholarship Day at Friends University

    Thursday, October 24th, 2024 · Experience a day filled with opportunities to attend classes, audition for scholarships, and engage with current students at Friends University.

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  4. Kansas Feature Film World Premiere: Sunshine Dreamer

    Friday, October 25th, 2024 · Experience the world premiere of 'Sunshine Dreamer' by local filmmaker Shawn Rhodes, featuring special musical performances and supporting a charitable cause.

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  5. Halloween Family Fun at Idlewild Park

    Saturday, October 26th, 2024 · Experience a spooky evening filled with trunk or treat activities, hay rack rides, and a thrilling zombie run at Idlewild Park.

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  6. Michael Jackson Tribute Concert Featuring Danny Dash Andrews

    Sunday, October 27th, 2024 · 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.

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  7. Marriage on Tap: A Fellowship for Engaged and Newly Married Couples

    Monday, October 28th, 2024 · Experience enriching conversations and community building among couples entering into marriage, complemented by a complimentary meal and drinks.

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  8. Wheel of Fortune Live! in Wichita

    Tuesday, October 29th, 2024 · Experience an electrifying live version of America's favorite game show, where audience members can spin the iconic wheel and win exciting prizes.

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  9. Wichita Halloween Bar Crawl: An Evening of Spooky Fun

    Thursday, October 31st, 2024 · Experience a thrilling Halloween night as you crawl through the spookiest bars in Wichita, indulging in themed drinks and participating in a costume contest.

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  10. First Friday Celebration: Indigenous People's Month

    Friday, November 1st, 2024 · Experience a presentation on Polynesian rhythm and dance led by Jeremy Kirk from Southwestern College.

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