Daily editionThursday, December 5th, 2024
Good morning, Wichita.
The Daily Wichita Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of December.
Community
ICT Food Rescue, a Wichita nonprofit, combats food insecurity by upcycling unused local business food, offering meals made with 75% rescued ingredients.
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The Sedgwick County Sheriff's Office is delivering food boxes to 400 needy families, continuing a nearly 40-year tradition in partnership with Kroger and local first responders.
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The Wichita City Council approved The Belmont restaurant's request to build a new parking lot in College Hill after prior rejections, despite local opposition related to demolition of homes.
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Environment
Thundersnow, a rare occurrence combining thunder and snow, happens during intense snowstorms like lake-effect snow, bomb cyclones, and blizzards.
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Government
The Wichita City Council voted unanimously to send the Crown Uptown Theatre expansion request back to the planning commission for further review, emphasizing the need for more community input.
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The Wichita Ethics Board found no violations in the complaint against Mayor Lily Wu regarding alleged instructions to lay off 42 fire department employees.
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Sports
Linkon Cure, the nation's top tight end recruit for 2025, remains committed to Kansas State despite strong interest from the University of Oregon.
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Wichita Events
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.
Food 4 Kids Program at Kansas Food Bank
Wednesday, December 18th, 2024 · The Food 4 Kids program, run by West Heights UMC in partnership with the Kansas Food Bank, supplies food bags to financially insecure students to ensure they have access to sufficient food on weekends.