Daily editionSaturday, November 30th, 2024
Good morning, Wichita.
The Daily Wichita Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of November.
Community
HumanKind Ministries seeks public donations of food items to support individuals at Wichita's Emergency Winter Shelter.
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In Wichita, 52-year-old Steve Johnson, homeless for a year and on the path to recovery, expresses gratitude towards the early opening of a new emergency winter shelter and advocates for more supportive actions towards the homeless.
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Culture
Tracy Smith, reflecting on her Native American heritage, shares how making frybread honors cultural legacy and addresses historical injustices, while celebrating Native American Heritage Month.
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Economy
Local businesses in Wichita offer special discounts and promotions for Black Friday and Small Business Saturday to encourage community support.
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Bargain seekers in Wichita partake in Black Friday shopping, maintaining a tradition amidst a changing retail landscape.
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Education
Dr. James Beck and graduate student Jessica Baughman study a rare piebald squirrel, dubbed 'Snowball,' on Wichita State’s campus to understand its behavior and contribute to piebaldism research.
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Lifestyle
Gwen Ottenberg, owner of Imagine That Toys in Wichita, introduces a range of engaging board games suitable for both children and adults to enjoy together.
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Accidents
Two crashes on eastbound Kellogg near Wichita caused significant traffic delays and minor injuries to four individuals.
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Wichita Events
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.
2024 Soroptimist Christmas Gala
Monday, December 9th, 2024 · Experience an evening of joy and celebration with festive food, holiday music, and auctions to support women and girls in the community.
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
Tuesday, December 10th, 2024 · Experience the enchanting Nutcracker ballet featuring an international cast, whimsical puppets, and breathtaking acrobatics, set to Tchaikovsky's timeless score.
Food Distribution for Insecure Students
Wednesday, December 11th, 2024 · West Heights UMC collaborates with the Kansas Food Bank to supply food bags for financially insecure students, helping them access essential food outside of school.