Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 23rd of November.
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🏘️ Community
An Ark City officer saved the life of a 6-week-old baby when he quickly responded to an emergency on November 22.
He said the moment (which he will never forget) changed his outlook on duty.
💼 Business
Kirsten Bender, owner of The Popcorner — a local business in Wichita — created the Turkey Tom Popcorn Tin to honor Tom the turkey who has been a favorite visitor for over two years.
A portion of each tin’s proceeds will go to the Great Plains Nature Center and a second batch is planned after the first sold out in four days.
🎭 Culture
At the new Carl Brewer Community Center, art installations by local and international artists honor Black Wichita heroes and pay tribute to Mayor Brewer — featuring bold Ghanaian designs that show strong ties to community heritage.
The center now hosts the Kansas Black Educators Hall of Fame, with votes open until Jan. 9 and an induction ceremony planned for Feb. 28.
🏥 Health
Botanica partnered with the Make-A-Wish Foundation on Nov.
20 — the event aimed to brighten the holiday season — to host a preview of its Illuminations showcase for 14-year-old AJ Yell, who has terminal cancer, giving him and his family a memorable Christmas.
🎉 Wichita Events
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Youth Instructional Basketball Clinic - Session II
6:30-7:15 p.m. — Newton Recreation Center — $ — Develop basketball skills in a co-ed environment for ages 5-6.
Tiny Tots Turkey Trot
10-11 a.m. — Newton Recreation Center — Cost not specified — A fun-filled morning trot for children ages 2-6 to celebrate the Thanksgiving spirit.
Thanksgiving Brunch Buffet
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Vora Restaurant European — $42 adults, $18 children — Enjoy a lavish buffet with seasonal favorites and European-inspired dishes.
Holiday Night Market
5-9 p.m. — The Workroom — Free entry — Kickstart your holiday shopping with unique vendors and local artisans at this annual Black Friday event.
ICT Artisan Expo
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Wichita Sports Forum — $1.00 admission — Explore over 150 craft vendors and enjoy a family-friendly experience with food trucks and a Kid’s Zone.
Turkey Trails 5k/10k
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Afton Lake — Registration fee applies — Enjoy a festive and family-friendly Thanksgiving-themed running event with great swag.
Chair Yoga Class
1-2 p.m. — Maize Recreation Commission — $5 drop-in fee — Enhance strength and balance with our supportive Chair Yoga session.
Jonas Brothers - JONAS20 Tour
7:30-9 p.m. — INTRUST Bank Arena — Ticket sales begin Oct. 2 — Celebrate the Jonas Brothers’ two-decade journey with classics and new tracks from their latest album.
Christmas with The Rat Pack
7:30-9 p.m. — Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center — $ — Experience the glitz and glamour of 1960s Las Vegas with the iconic sounds of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis, Jr.
Christmas Candlelight Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Friends University — Ticket pricing not provided — Celebrate the Christmas season with choirs and orchestras in a festive candlelight concert.
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