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Saturday, October 26th, 2024

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Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Love's inaugurated its first and largest Wichita travel stop, offering ample amenities and employment for nearly 150 individuals, alongside a charitable donation to the Atwater Neighborhood Resource Center.  KSN

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Sedgwick County Fire Department Chief Ray Hensley updates on a grass fire on the northeast edge of Wichita, stating it is not fully contained but poses no immediate danger to the public.  KSN

CRIME NEWS

  • Despite a decrease in violent crime in Sedgwick County, public safety officials are tackling rising property crimes and other public safety challenges.  KWCH
  • Manasse’h Ward was sentenced to life without the possibility of parole for over 400 years for kidnapping and assaulting children in Wichita, Kan.  KWCH

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Spirit AeroSystems workers in Wichita face uncertainty as 700 employees begin a 21-day furlough due to a Boeing machinists' strike causing a backlog, with potential further layoffs if the strike continues through November.  KWCH

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Wichita City Council to reconsider downtown parking fees after public dissatisfaction, with new proposal discussions set for November.  KSN

HEALTH NEWS

  • The DEA promotes National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Oct. 26th to safely dispose of unused medications and educate on medication abuse prevention.  KNSS
  • Hunter Health receives a challenge grant from the Mabee Foundation to aid in its expansion, aiming to raise an additional $5.03 million within a year for a new Community Wellness Center.  KSN

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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  • Who Let the Dogs Out 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run

    Experience a fun-filled event for a great cause, supporting low-cost spay/neuter services while enjoying a 5K run or 1-mile fun run with your furry friend.

    Sun, 11/3/24

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  • Empowering Lunch & Learn for Women Entrepreneurs

    Experience an inspiring session of networking and learning from successful women entrepreneurs, all while enjoying a delicious catered lunch at The Hive Coworking & Coffee.

    Wed, 11/6/24

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  • Career Fair Open House at Crave Beauty Academy

    Experience an in-house career fair featuring networking opportunities for students and salons, complemented by snacks.

    Thu, 11/7/24

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  • Corey Kent's Black Bandana Tour with Lauren Watkins

    Experience an exciting live performance by Corey Kent, a rising country music star, alongside special guest Lauren Watkins at The Cotillion in Wichita.

    Fri, 11/8/24

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