Saturday, November 30th, 2024
Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 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. KWCH
- ➤ HumanKind Ministries seeks public donations of food items to support individuals at Wichita's Emergency Winter Shelter. KWCH
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Two crashes on eastbound Kellogg near Wichita caused significant traffic delays and minor injuries to four individuals. KWCH
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ 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. KMUW
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Bargain seekers in Wichita partake in Black Friday shopping, maintaining a tradition amidst a changing retail landscape. KSN
- ➤ Local businesses in Wichita offer special discounts and promotions for Black Friday and Small Business Saturday to encourage community support. Wichita By E.B.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Wichita State University students experiencing immigration-related anxiety amid conversations on policy changes as Donald Trump prepares for office, affecting their education and legal status. KWCH
- ➤ 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. The Sunflower
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ 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. KMUW
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Rocky Mountain High Experience: A John Denver Christmas
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.
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Lindsey Stirling Live in Concert
Experience a captivating performance by the violinist and dancer Lindsey Stirling at the Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center.
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Food 4 Kids - Community Food Assistance Program
Experience community support as West Heights UMC and the Kansas Food Bank provide food bags to financially insecure students on designated Wednesdays each month.
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Bone Thugs-N-Harmony Live in Concert
Experience the iconic sounds of Bone Thugs-N-Harmony alongside special guests Bilistic, Alicia Garcia, and DJ 3 at The Cotillion.
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Girl Named Tom Concert
Experience an evening of musical talent at the Girl Named Tom concert at the Orpheum Theatre in Wichita, KS.
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Ugly Sweater 5K Run & Little Reindeer Run
Experience festive fun and community spirit at the Ugly Sweater 5K Run and Little Reindeer Run in Sedgwick County Park.
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Candy Cane Course – Festive Running Event in Wichita
Experience a variety of festive races including a 1 Mile, 5k, and Kids Dash at the Candy Cane Course while supporting Toys for Tots.
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WWE Raw Live Featuring Top Superstars
WWE Raw will showcase popular superstars including Damian Priest, Seth Rollins, and Liv Morgan at INTRUST Bank Arena.
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Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
Experience the enchanting Nutcracker ballet featuring an international cast, whimsical puppets, and breathtaking acrobatics, set to Tchaikovsky's timeless score.
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Food Distribution for Insecure Students
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.
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