Daily editionWednesday, November 27th, 2024
Good morning, Wichita.
The Daily Wichita Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of November.
Community
The City of Wichita announced holiday closures and special hours for various municipal services around Thanksgiving.
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The City of Wichita plans to revise homeless encampment ordinances to allow for quicker clean-ups and adjust fines, alongside the opening of a new shelter offering additional resources.
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The Wichita Police Department successfully handled an incident with a nonverbal autistic child in a grocery store, thanks to specialized training from the Autism Outreach program.
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G.G. the Turkey becomes a local celebrity in east Wichita by halting traffic and engaging with drivers and pedestrians at Central and Greenwhich intersection.
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The Wichita Wagonmasters prepare nearly 300 turkeys to support families in need for their seventh annual Thanksgiving event.
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Economy
The Biden administration has approved a $4.9 billion conditional loan for Grain Belt Express to build a 578-mile electric transmission line across Kansas and Missouri, aimed at improving grid reliability and promoting clean energy.
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Education
Wichita State University ranks No. 8 in overall engineering research and development expenditures and No. 1 in aerospace engineering R&D, marking historic firsts for the institution.
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Wichita State's Student Government and Housing partner to provide food for students staying on campus over Thanksgiving and winter breaks, addressing food insecurity issues.
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Wichita Events
Say Grace Thanksgiving Day 5K Race in Wichita
Thursday, November 28th, 2024 · Experience a spirited and community-driven 5K race filled with holiday cheer and opportunities to give back while enjoying the scenic streets of Midtown.
Danielle Nicole Live Concert at The Cotillion
Friday, November 29th, 2024 · Experience an evening of soulful music from Danielle Nicole, a renowned blues artist, along with special guests at The Cotillion in Wichita.
Metropolitan Ballet's Timeless Performance of 'The Nutcracker'
Saturday, November 30th, 2024 · Experience a beloved Wichita holiday tradition as the Metropolitan Ballet presents the enchanting story of 'The Nutcracker' featuring magical scenes and delightful performances for all ages.
Rocky Mountain High Experience: A John Denver Christmas
Sunday, December 1st, 2024 · Experience an enchanting holiday show featuring the beloved hits and heartwarming Christmas classics of John Denver, performed by Rick Schuler, in a nostalgic trip back to the '70s.
NAIA Men's Soccer National Championship 2024
Monday, December 2nd, 2024 · Experience thrilling college soccer matches as the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics hosts its Men's Soccer Championship at Stryker Sports Complex in Wichita, Kansas.
Food 4 Kids - Community Food Assistance Program
Wednesday, December 4th, 2024 · Experience community support as West Heights UMC and the Kansas Food Bank provide food bags to financially insecure students on designated Wednesdays each month.
Bone Thugs-N-Harmony Live in Concert
Thursday, December 5th, 2024 · Experience the iconic sounds of Bone Thugs-N-Harmony alongside special guests Bilistic, Alicia Garcia, and DJ 3 at The Cotillion.
Storytime Featuring 'Perfect Square' at Wichita Art Museum
Friday, December 6th, 2024 · Experience an engaging Storytime session in the galleries for children and caregivers, featuring the delightful book 'Perfect Square' by Michael Hall.
Wichita Holiday Fair
Saturday, December 7th, 2024 · Experience the ultimate holiday shopping extravaganza featuring festive activities, Santa visits, and a variety of shopping options in Downtown Wichita.
Candy Cane Course – Festive Running Event in Wichita
Sunday, December 8th, 2024 · Experience a variety of festive races including a 1 Mile, 5k, and Kids Dash at the Candy Cane Course while supporting Toys for Tots.