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Friday, December 6th, 2024
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Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Kansas Department of Children and Families is accepting applications for its Low-Income Energy Assistance Program to help qualifying Kansas residents with their energy bills. KWCH
- ➤ The Black Business Tour in downtown Wichita successfully showcased eight Black-owned businesses, generating community interest and economic support. The Voice
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Wichita police request public assistance in sharing home surveillance footage to help identify and catch package thieves during the holiday season. KWCH
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Wichita State University was ranked eighth in engineering R&D expenditures and first in aerospace engineering R&D by the National Science Foundation. The Sunflower
- ➤ Wichita State's anthropology department faces uncertainty and opportunities for collaboration as Neff Hall's 2027 demolition requires a merge with geology, affecting artifact storage and academic spaces. The Sunflower
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wichita Mayor Lily Wu was cleared by an ethics review board following a complaint about alleged instructions to lay off 42 firefighters, a claim clarified by Fire Chief Tammy Snow as a misunderstanding. KWCH
- ➤ The U.S. Navy has charged a sailor with negligent homicide following the death of Master-at-Arms Third Class Lyndon Joel Cosgriff-Flax during a training exercise in Virginia. KNSS
- ➤ Sedgwick County commissioners voted 3-2 against reallocating sales tax revenues to fund zoos, museums, and parks. FOX Kansas
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ramon Borrego, manager of the Wind Surge since 2021 with 269 wins and two division titles, has been promoted to first base coach for the Minnesota Twins. KWCH
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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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Candlelight Holiday Concert Featuring The Nutcracker
Experience a magical evening of live music inspired by winter and holiday themes performed by the Liseso String Quartet at the Kansas Aviation Museum.
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