Daily editionWednesday, November 6th, 2024
Good morning, Wichita.
The Daily Wichita Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of November.
Community
Fidelity Bank employees volunteered with Habitat for Humanity to build a home for a Wichita family in need, showcasing community spirit and corporate social responsibility.
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Superheroes rappelled down the face of Wesley Medical Center to surprise child patients.
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Hundreds of balloons were released in East Wichita in tribute to Donald Williams, a 13-year-old boy, who was tragically killed during a Halloween event.
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Education
Sara Rue has been appointed as the assessment and user experience librarian at Ablah Library, targeting improvements in student experiences and library usability.
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Government
Sedgwick County Commission Chair Ryan Baty emphasizes the importance of local elections and desires higher voter turnout beyond presidential races.
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As of noon, 35,000 people have voted in-person in Sedgwick County for Election Day 2024 without any major issues.
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The Sedgwick County Sheriff's Office will close several roads in downtown Wichita during election night to secure the ballot counting process.
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A middle schooler's design featuring the American flag, the sunflower, and the state flag will be the new 'I Voted' sticker for this year's elections in Sedgwick County.
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Betty Arnold and Beryl New's election to the Kansas State Board of Education could help preserve a moderate party balance amid concerns of a potential shift towards conservative policies.
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Wichita Events
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.
Braxton Keith Live Concert
Thursday, November 21st, 2024 · Experience an evening of modern country music with rising star Braxton Keith, featuring a mix of classic and contemporary sounds inspired by Texan roots.