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Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Amid an increase in domestic violence during the holiday season, a Wichita woman shares her journey to safety and healing to encourage others to seek help.  KSN
  • The National Fire Protection Association names December the peak month for house fires in the U.S., with advice from the Wichita Fire Department on keeping homes safe through proper Christmas tree care and decoration management.  KWCH
  • This article gives a comprehensive overview of the top events and activities happening in Wichita this weekend, December 20-22, including holiday-themed entertainment and family-friendly outings.  Wichita By E.B.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • The Monarch restaurant in Wichita's Delano District temporarily closed for cleanup after a truck, driven by a 25-year-old under the influence, crashed into it.  KWCH

CRIME NEWS

  • The FBI is seeking information on Vasile Sava and Onita Rostas, wanted for interstate transportation of stolen property from jewelry stores using distraction techniques.  KWCH

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Wichita faces a $13 million loss due to unenforced parking contracts with Old Town business owners, who claim they were unaware.  FOX Kansas

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Grain Belt Express transmission line project in Kansas is progressing under state regulation after the U.S. Department of Energy excluded Kansas from a national corridor but upheld a $4.9 billion loan for the project.  KSN
  • Wichita launches a two-year project to convert several one-way streets downtown to two-way to enhance traffic flow and pedestrian access, with Mayor Lily Wu inaugurating the initiative.  KWCH

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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  • Cars for Charities Rod & Custom Car Show

    The Cars for Charities Rod & Custom Car Show is Kansas's largest indoor car show featuring hundreds of local and national show cars, vendor exhibits, and a free Kid’s Zone with various activities.

    Sat, 1/18/25

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