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Saturday, December 7th, 2024
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Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ ACLU Kansas and Kansas Appleseed are hosting an event on December 7 to help individuals remove their names from the Wichita Police Department’s gang database, following a settlement over rights violations. KWCH
- ➤ Wichita offers a diverse lineup of events this weekend, December 6-8, including a holiday drinks exploration, festive lights at the zoo, various craft fairs, and unique shopping experiences. Wichita By E.B.
- ➤ HumanKind Ministries urgently requires donations, including food and children's coats, for its Operation Holiday effort to assist nearly 15,000 people. KWCH
- ➤ Wichita's Emergency Winter Shelter opens, serving 100 people amid freezing temperatures with ongoing needs for donations and volunteers. FOX Kansas
- ➤ The Wichita Police Department issued a Silver Alert for 74-year-old Ibrahim Maikori, who has dementia and requires insulin, last seen driving a black Hyundai Tucson. KWCH
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 24-year-old in Kansas was released from prison early after his sentence for a marijuana charge was commuted, thanks to efforts by his mother and the Last Prisoner Project. KSN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ An ethics complaint filed against Wichita Mayor Lily Wu, concerning potential layoffs of 42 firefighters, was found conflicting by the ethics board, despite further questions being raised by a recorded meeting. KWCH
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The article emphasizes the importance of focusing on mental health during the holidays and suggests developing self-care routines and seeking support to manage stress. KWCH
- ➤ The Sedgwick County Health Department is offering free flu, COVID, and pneumonia vaccines to uninsured adults and those with specific health risks, available by appointment. KWCH
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Wichita's 'Friday Five' column continues post-football season to highlight key high school basketball games, emphasizing the importance of community and high school sports engagement during the winter. KWCH
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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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Solstice Spirit Fair: A Holistic Celebration
The Solstice Spirit Fair is a three-day event featuring local and regional holistic vendors, crafters, and practitioners offering unique gifts and insightful presentations on spiritual and metaphysical topics.
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