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Thursday, December 11th, 2025
Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Sedgwick County Sheriff's Office Benefit Fund hosted its annual food box drive yesterday to help 400+ local families in the area. KSN
- ➤ Second grader Madilyn Zimmerman (7) turned a dollar into over $200 by baking cookies to support the Wichita Police and Fire Foundation; her school project concludes Friday with a report scheduled for next week. KSN
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A legally blind pianist, Ashlee Thao, brings holiday cheer in the musical comedy Dwight Christmas at Roxy’s Downtown—featuring Eisenhower figures—while the show runs until Dec. 23. KWCH
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Sedgwick County has seen over $3.5B invested in the past decade, creating 14,000 jobs and a $728M payroll, while future projects totaling over $5.3B could bring 16,000 new jobs and a $924M payroll as growth in defense, aerospace, healthcare, and manufacturing drives demand for housing and infrastructure. KNSS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sedgwick County invites public, private, and homeschooling students in grades 6—12 to design the 'I Voted' sticker and kindergarten through fifth graders to create 'Future Voter' artwork. Entries must be submitted by 5 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 27 at the Election Office in Wichita, where winning artists will be honored. KSN
- ➤ City officials broke ground at Park Landing on Dec. 10 + the event marked a key step toward Wichita’s goal of functional zero homelessness. The project is set to boost housing support for residents in need. KWCH
- ➤ Madeline Smith was named the winner of Sedgwick County’s I Voted sticker contest on Wednesday (Dec. 10) after officials announced the result at the county commission meeting. KSN
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A possible case of bird flu has prompted Sedgwick County Zoo to close its tropics building & several other bird enclosures. The virus can linger for 30 days and is dangerous for birds though it poses little risk to people. KSN
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Idaho Steelheads at Wichita Thunder
7:05 – 8:35 PM — INTRUST Bank Arena — Starting at $26 — Watch the thrilling hockey matchup as the Wichita Thunder takes on the Idaho Steelheads.
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Candy Cane Course 5k/12k
9 AM – 12 PM — Sedgwick County Park — Youth 12 & Under $22 — Celebrate the season with a festive run featuring great swag and treats at the finish line.
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Wichita Thunder vs. Idaho Steelheads
2:05 – 3:35 PM — INTRUST Bank Arena — Starting at $26 — Watch an exciting hockey match as the Wichita Thunder take on the Idaho Steelheads.
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Chair Yoga at Maize Recreation Commission
1-2 p.m. — Maize Recreation Commission — $5 drop-in fee — Embrace gentle movements and mindfulness to boost strength, flexibility, and community spirit.
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Merry & Bright Christmas Ornament Activity
10:00-10:45 a.m. — Newton Recreation Center — Cost TBA — Create festive ornaments in a fun and engaging environment for young children.
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Wichita State vs. Wofford Basketball Game
6:30-8 p.m. — Charles Koch Arena — $10 for dog collar combo — Cheer on the Shockers and support the Kansas Humane Society with an exclusive dog collar for your furry friend.
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Candlelight: Holiday Special Concert
8:45 p.m. — Kansas Aviation Museum — $36.55 — Enjoy a magical musical experience inspired by winter and holiday classics under the glow of candlelight.
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Watson's Christmas Express
5:00-8:15 p.m. — O J Watson Park — $15-$20 — Experience a magical ride to the North Pole with Santa, roasted s’mores, and holiday crafts.
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Kapaun Mt. Carmel vs. Eisenhower Basketball Game
6-7:15 p.m. — Kapaun Mt. Carmel — Ticket prices vary — Watch the Kapaun Mt. Carmel varsity basketball team compete in a non-conference matchup against Eisenhower.
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Candlelight Christmas Special Featuring 'The Nutcracker'
8:45-9:45 p.m. — Kansas Aviation Museum — Ticketed event — Experience a magical evening of classical music inspired by the winter and holiday spirit under candlelight.
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