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Wichita
Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 3rd of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Close friends honored former Garden City air traffic controller Zach Scheiman—killed in Ukraine and known for guiding planes at Garden City Regional Airport—as they remembered his passion for aviation and his kind spirit that lifted others. His father has set up a donation fund for Wings of Rescue to honor his legacy. KSN
- ➤ Several holiday pop-up bars are opening across Wichita this season, offering festive decor and seasonal cocktails for a limited time. Some venues, including Chicken N Pickle and Public, will run events from November until early January—each with its own unique theme and service style. Wichita By E.B.
- ➤ A Wichita church group held a rally on Dec. 2 to support affordable housing. The group urged local officials to consider new measures to help residents access affordable homes — a pressing need for many in the area. KWCH
- ➤ HumanKind Ministries' Operation Holiday telethon on KSN raised nearly $8,100 on Monday — matching donations doubled the total to $16,000. It is Wichita's largest holiday assistance program. KSN
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fundraiser has been organized for a local family after an impaired driver crashed a car into their apartment—authorities are investigating the crash as community members plan to help. KWCH
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ AMAZONE has chosen El Dorado for a new 30,000—square-foot North American parts and assembly facility on a 6.5—acre site to store and ship its agricultural machinery and spare parts; local groups and the Kansas Department of Commerce helped the company evaluate the region, noting its central location along Interstate 35. KWCH
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Wichita family is displaced after an impaired driver crashed into their apartment early Saturday night—no major injuries were reported but repairs will take two to three weeks and a tight housing deadline forces the family to seek safe temporary shelter. KWCH
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Sara and Tedros Ethiopian and Eritrean Restaurant, located inside the King Coal Hookah Lounge at 327 N. Hillside St., is Wichita’s only spot serving traditional dishes like the Doro Wat Combo using injera as a communal utensil—its owners plan to grow the menu beyond the current eight items as word spreads about their heritage. Wichita By E.B.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Wichita Public Schools announced that Chester I Lewis Academic Learning Center will close after the fall semester because an inspection revealed structural problems—students and staff will shift to the former Cleveland Elementary School with classes resuming on Jan. 5. Families can ask questions at a community meeting on Dec. 4 at 5:30 p.m. at Tabernacle Bible Church. The Voice
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local health officials have issued a stream advisory for The Big Ditch—residents should avoid using the water until tests confirm it is safe because of potential E. coli contamination. KWCH
- ➤ Officials issued a stream advisory for Mitch Mitchell Floodway on Dec. 2 due to changing water conditions—residents near the floodway are urged to stay cautious and watch for updates. KWCH
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A review by the U.S. Department of Transportation found nearly half of truck driving schools are not following federal rules and nearly 3,000 risk closure in 30 days—Kansas Truck Driving School in Wichita said it only trains students with proper documents for a CDL permit. KWCH
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Kansas Opioid and Stimulant Conference was held in downtown Wichita on Dec. 2. Health experts and officials reviewed data on drug abuse—discussing treatment options and steps to reduce opioid and stimulant misuse. KWCH
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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.
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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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Ugly Sweater 5K & Little Reindeer Run
8:30 AM - 2:30 PM — Sedgwick County Park — Registration fee required — Celebrate the holidays with a festive run featuring a 5K and a fun run for kids in your ugliest sweater.
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Metropolitan Ballet Presents The Nutcracker
2:00-3:30 p.m. — Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Christmas with local dancers in this enchanting holiday tradition.
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Chair Yoga at Maize Recreation Commission
1–2 p.m. — Maize Recreation Commission — $5 drop-in fee — Experience the benefits of Chair Yoga to improve strength, flexibility, and community well-being.
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Beginner Chair Yoga Class
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Club Hope Fitness — Free for cancer survivors, $10 drop-in — A supportive chair yoga class promoting strength, balance, and self-compassion.
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Foundations of Yoga Class
5-6 p.m. — Maize Recreation Commission — $5 drop-in fee — Explore yoga fundamentals with practices that enhance strength, flexibility, and well-being.
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Idaho Steelheads at Wichita Thunder
7:05 – 8:35 PM — INTRUST Bank Arena — Starting at $26 — Watch the thrilling hockey matchup as the Wichita Thunder takes on the Idaho Steelheads.
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Candy Cane Course 5k/12k
9 AM – 12 PM — Sedgwick County Park — Youth 12 & Under $22 — Celebrate the season with a festive run featuring great swag and treats at the finish line.
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Wichita Thunder vs. Idaho Steelheads
2:05 – 3:35 PM — INTRUST Bank Arena — Starting at $26 — Watch an exciting hockey match as the Wichita Thunder take on the Idaho Steelheads.
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~ Robert Frost
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