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Tuesday, October 22nd, 2024

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Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Two runaway girls, Summer Demoura and Kayveonia Wilson-McCoy, were safely located in Wichita after being reported missing.  KAKE
  • A community in Wichita held a candlelight vigil to honor 12-year-old Esamay Heese, who died after being hit by a vehicle, highlighting her vibrant personality and the outpouring of support for her family.  KWCH

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • One individual was critically injured in a motorcycle crash on Monday night near 21st Street North and Maize Road in northwest Wichita.  KWCH

CRIME NEWS

  • A New York shipping broker was fined $21,607 for deceptive practices and a 52% price hike in a car shipment from Florida to Kansas, violating the Kansas Consumer Protection Act.  KWCH

ECONOMY NEWS

  • After nearly a month-long strike, about 5,000 Textron Aviation machinists will return to work on Wednesday following approval of a new contract with benefits and a 31% pay increase over five years.  KWCH
  • The Kansas Department of Labor report indicates the Wichita area's unemployment rate decreased to 3.5% in September, with nonfarm payroll employment rising by 2,700 from August.  KNSS

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Mayor Lily Wu discussed upcoming Wichita City Council workshop topics, including the new water treatment plant and public arts, without plans for formal action.  KNSS
  • In Wichita, Kansas, 859 people voted early in-person for the 2024 presidential election, with 28,000 mail ballots distributed, amid expectations of high voter turnout.  KSN
  • Sedgwick County sees high early voting turnout, with election officials opening additional sites to accommodate in-person voters.  KWCH

EVENTS

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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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  • 2024 Annual Meeting: Spiritual Accompaniment for Children

    Experience insights from Fr. Boniface Hicks, OSB, on CGS as spiritual accompaniment for children, followed by reflections from local catechists on their experiences at the CGSUSA 40th anniversary celebration.

    Sat, 11/2/24

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