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Wednesday, December 18th, 2024

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Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Firefighters from Station 10 have formed a close-knit team, regularly working out at the Steve Clark YMCA on Wichita State's campus to maintain their fitness for the job.  The Sunflower

CRIME NEWS

  • Skeletal remains were discovered under a tree in the Oaklawn area, prompting an ongoing investigation by the Sedgwick County Sheriff's Office.  KSN

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The Derby school district declined a $400,000 social studies curriculum citing concerns over bias against Donald Trump and disagreement with the publisher's stance on diversity and anti-racism.  KMUW

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Sedgwick County has implemented significant updates to its emergency services following a review of a fatal fire last year, improving technology, staffing, and response coordination.  KNSS
  • An independent consulting firm, Jensen Hughes, reports the response to a fatal fire in east Wichita lacked organization, without pinpointing a single point of failure.  FOX Kansas
  • Wichita's City Council approved a paid parking plan for downtown starting next year at $1 an hour, with potential for Old Town to use a sales tax instead of meters.  KMUW

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • A comprehensive list of restaurants open on Christmas Day in Wichita is maintained, urging readers to check back for updates as the holiday approaches.  Wichita By E.B.

EVENTS

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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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  • Food 4 Kids Program

    West Heights UMC collaborates with the Kansas Food Bank to distribute food bags to financially insecure students who lack access to sufficient food on weekends.

    Wed, 12/25/24

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  • Noah Williams Trio Live Performance

    The Noah Williams Trio will perform live music during the festive season at The Jingle, a holiday pop-up venue featuring festive cocktails and a joyful atmosphere.

    Fri, 12/27/24

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  • Bingo Loco Event at Crown Uptown Theatre

    The Bingo Loco event offers a fun and entertaining twist on traditional bingo games at the Crown Uptown Theatre in Wichita, KS.

    Sat, 12/28/24

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  • New Year's Eve Celebration at Blast Off Bay

    Celebrate the new year with family at Blast Off Bay featuring VIP options, surf contests, duck races, a DJ, and a champagne toast.

    Tue, 12/31/24

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  • Clay Street Unit Live Performance

    Clay Street Unit, a band from Denver, CO, brings their energetic blend of southern country, folk, and bluegrass music to WAVE in Wichita for an engaging live performance.

    Thu, 1/16/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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