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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

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sun, 12/8/24

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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.

    Mon, 12/9/24

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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.

    Tue, 12/10/24

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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.

    Wed, 12/11/24

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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.

    Fri, 12/13/24

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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.

    Sat, 12/14/24

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  • Victorian Cottage Christmas Exhibit

    Explore a historically recreated Victorian cottage, showcasing Christmas traditions from the late 19th century in Wichita.

    Sun, 12/15/24

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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.

    Wed, 12/18/24

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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.

    Thu, 12/19/24

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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.

    Sat, 12/21/24

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