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Wednesday, December 25th, 2024
Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Olen Mitchell, a 103-year-old World War II veteran known for his bravery and community spirit, passed away on Christmas Eve. KWCH
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ April May Webb, from North Newton, KS, secures the prestigious 13th Annual Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition, spotlighting her as a rising star in jazz. The Voice
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Kansas' aircraft industry experienced a 27% growth in jobs since 2021, adding over 5,000 positions, amidst a broader slowdown in 2023 and planned Boeing and Spirit AeroSystems merger in 2025. KWCH
- ➤ Spirit AeroSystems stockholders will vote on the $8.3 billion merger with Boeing on Jan. 31, moving forward despite this year's challenges. KWCH
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Wichita's Arts Partners, including Roy Moye III, secure a City grant for a STEMusic project to engage kids in STEM through a bilingual musical album. The Voice
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wichita has a 10% chance of having a white Christmas, with only 13 occurrences since 1888 according to the National Weather Service. KSN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sedgwick County Commission Chair Ryan Baty credited the increase in staffing levels from 70% to nearly 95% over two years as a key victory, while also noting the challenge of rising costs on the county's budget. KNSS
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Kansas City Chiefs' crucial Christmas Day game against the Steelers, pivotal for securing the AFC's top seed, will be exclusively streamed on Netflix. KWCH
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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2025 US Figure Skating Championships
The 2025 US Figure Skating Championships will take place from January 20-26 in Wichita, Kansas, featuring top athletes competing in various skating disciplines.
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29th Annual No-Till on the Plains Winter Conference
The event is a conference focused on no-till farming practices featuring keynotes from notable experts in the field, held at the Wichita Marriott.
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Weekly Lorcana Azurite Sea Tournament in Wichita, KS
The Wichita Lorcana Season 6 Weekly Tournament takes place every Friday at 7 PM at Headshots Arcade, offering participants an Azurite Sea Booster Pack just for registering.
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