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Thursday, December 5th, 2024
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Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ ICT Food Rescue, a Wichita nonprofit, combats food insecurity by upcycling unused local business food, offering meals made with 75% rescued ingredients. KWCH
- ➤ 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. KWCH
- ➤ 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. KSN
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Three people, including a child, were hospitalized following a drive-by shooting in a northeast Wichita home, with no arrests made yet. KWCH
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Thundersnow, a rare occurrence combining thunder and snow, happens during intense snowstorms like lake-effect snow, bomb cyclones, and blizzards. KWCH
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ 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. KSN
- ➤ The Wichita Ethics Board found no violations in the complaint against Mayor Lily Wu regarding alleged instructions to lay off 42 fire department employees. KNSS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Linkon Cure, the nation's top tight end recruit for 2025, remains committed to Kansas State despite strong interest from the University of Oregon. KWCH
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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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Jackson Taylor Concert in Wichita
Jackson Taylor & The Sinners will perform at The Cotillion, featuring special guest Jay Statham and supporting local food vendors.
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Kansas Global Holiday Market in Wichita
The Kansas Global Holiday Market is a family-friendly event showcasing international foods, unique gifts, and cultural activities inspired by European holiday markets.
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Victorian Cottage Christmas Exhibit
Explore a historically recreated Victorian cottage, showcasing Christmas traditions from the late 19th century in Wichita.
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The Illusionists - Magic of the Holidays
This event is a holiday-themed showcase featuring incredible illusionists performing astonishing acts of magic suitable for the whole family.
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