Daily editionWednesday, October 30th, 2024
Good morning, Wichita.
The Daily Wichita Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of October.
Community
WSU students participated in scaring attendees at the Heskett Center's 'Fright Night' haunted house event on October 25.
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Government
Sedgwick County opens 17 additional early voting locations to make in-person voting more accessible, with over 41,000 ballots already cast.
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Legal advocacy groups, led by the ACLU, challenge Kansas' death penalty, arguing it produces racially biased juries and highlighting a case for potential unconstitutional practices.
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Wichita officials presented four new paid parking options for Old Town, Delano, and downtown areas, aiming for a final decision after public consultations.
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Wichita Events
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.
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.
2024 Annual Meeting: Spiritual Accompaniment for Children
Saturday, November 2nd, 2024 · 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.
Cowboy Bebop Live Performance
Sunday, November 3rd, 2024 · Experience a unique multimedia celebration of the beloved anime Cowboy Bebop, featuring live music from a jazz ensemble while watching scenes from the series on the big screen.
Empowering Lunch & Learn for Women Entrepreneurs
Wednesday, November 6th, 2024 · Experience an inspiring session of networking and learning from successful women entrepreneurs, all while enjoying a delicious catered lunch at The Hive Coworking & Coffee.
Holiday Tables Celebration at Mark Arts
Thursday, November 7th, 2024 · Celebrate the holiday season by exploring imaginative tablescapes curated by Wichita’s most creative hosts.
Corey Kent's Black Bandana Tour with Lauren Watkins
Friday, November 8th, 2024 · Experience an exciting live performance by Corey Kent, a rising country music star, alongside special guest Lauren Watkins at The Cotillion in Wichita.
Investigate Your Home and Its Historical Residents
Saturday, November 9th, 2024 · Learn how to research the history of your property and the people who lived there in this informative session by Diana Starnes Dean.
Veterans Day Commemoration 2024
Monday, November 11th, 2024 · Celebrate the service and sacrifice of veterans at the Veterans Day Commemoration featuring a colors presentation by the McConnell Air Force Base Honor Guard.
Food 4 Kids Program at Kansas Food Bank
Wednesday, November 13th, 2024 · Join West Heights UMC and Kansas Food Bank to provide food bags for financially insecure students who lack sufficient access to food on weekends.