Daily editionWednesday, December 4th, 2024
Good morning, Wichita.
The Daily Wichita Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of December.
Community
The Wichita Salvation Army is encouraging community involvement in its Angel Tree program to support 3,800 families during the holidays through gift donations and volunteer efforts.
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Parlor Doughnuts is opening its first Kansas location in the former Hurts Donut space at 7010 W. 21st St., continuing its expansion to now cover over 100 locations in 19 states.
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Education
Wichita State University President Richard Muma joins the Coalition of Urban Serving Universities' board to improve outcomes for students in urban areas.
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Government
Wichita City Council approves over 6% hike in water and sewer rates for 2025 due to inflation and rising operational costs, with increases varying by usage volume.
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The Sedgwick County Commission will discuss a resolution to utilize property tax for essential government functions and allocate sales tax revenue for cultural and quality of life facilities, with no anticipated tax increases.
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The Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office reported issuing 180 citations during the 'Thanksgiving Safe Arrival' campaign to improve holiday road safety, highlighted by a focus on seatbelt use and speed enforcement.
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Sedgwick County's proposed sales tax to fund cultural programs, aimed at lowering property taxes, is delayed until 2026, with discussions on reallocation of existing sales tax for quality of life programs ongoing.
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Health
A Wichita mother, after losing her son to a fentanyl overdose, works to raise awareness about the drug's dangers through a citywide billboard campaign.
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Wichita Events
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.
Jingle Bell Run - Wichita
Friday, December 13th, 2024 · The Jingle Bell Run in Wichita features a 5K road race, offering an engaging opportunity for participants to enjoy a festive running experience.
Kansas Global Holiday Market in Wichita
Saturday, December 14th, 2024 · The Kansas Global Holiday Market is a family-friendly event showcasing international foods, unique gifts, and cultural activities inspired by European holiday markets.
Victorian Cottage Christmas Exhibit
Sunday, December 15th, 2024 · Explore a historically recreated Victorian cottage, showcasing Christmas traditions from the late 19th century in Wichita.