Daily editionSaturday, December 7th, 2024
Good morning, Wichita.
The Daily Wichita Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of December.
Community
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.
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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.
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Wichita's Emergency Winter Shelter opens, serving 100 people amid freezing temperatures with ongoing needs for donations and volunteers.
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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.
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HumanKind Ministries urgently requires donations, including food and children's coats, for its Operation Holiday effort to assist nearly 15,000 people.
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Government
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.
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Health
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.
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Sports
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.
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Wichita Events
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.
Solstice Spirit Fair: A Holistic and Metaphysical Event
Thursday, December 19th, 2024 · The Solstice Spirit Fair is a three-day event featuring local and regional vendors, holistic health experts, and a variety of healing workshops and lectures focused on spirituality and wellness.
Solstice Spirit Fair: A Holistic Celebration
Saturday, December 21st, 2024 · 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.