Daily editionTuesday, November 5th, 2024
Good morning, Wichita.
The Daily Wichita Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of November.
Community
Wichita's Historic Midtown Citizens Association is hosting its annual walking tour featuring five historic homes along Topeka Avenue.
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Education
Wichita State's innovation campus to open the Hub for Advanced Manufacturing Research in fall 2025, enhancing research and training capabilities for aviation and manufacturing.
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Government
Wichita Transit offered free bus rides on Election Day 2023 to aid voters, resulting in a 13% increase in ridership compared to 2022.
Wichita By E.B.Read more
Wichita Vice Mayor Maggie Ballard encourages public input at a Thursday meeting on a proposed downtown paid parking plan.
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Three Northeast Wichita candidates, including the first African-American woman in the Kansas Senate, run unopposed but seek voter support to continue their advocacy and legislative work.
The VoiceRead more
The Sedgwick County District Attorney's Office and Sheriff's Office are investigating two incidents of potential electioneering at a polling station.
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Sedgwick County prepares for Election Day with a high turnout expected for the presidential and local elections, with early in-person voting ending today.
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Wichita Events
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.
The Snow Queen - A Christmas Ballet by Grand Kyiv Ballet
Thursday, November 14th, 2024 · Experience the enchanting tale of The Snow Queen, performed by the Grand Kyiv Ballet to the timeless compositions of Grieg, Massenet, Mozart, and Vivaldi.
Air Capital Comic Con 2024
Friday, November 15th, 2024 · Experience two full days dedicated to comic books and pop culture in a new location at the Air Capital Comic Con.
Josh Meloy Concert with Special Guests
Saturday, November 16th, 2024 · Experience an evening of live music featuring Josh Meloy along with special guests Kenny Feidler and Trenton Fletcher at The Cotillion, a local favorite venue.
Kansas Agribusiness Expo 2024
Wednesday, November 20th, 2024 · Experience a premier tradeshow showcasing the diverse facets of the agribusiness industry, attracting over 1,100 attendees from around the country.