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Thursday, December 25th, 2025
Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 25th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Second Light, Wichita’s year-round homeless shelter, is launching a volunteer program early next year — letting community members donate time along with cash and goods — and will serve a holiday meal today to bring cheer to its clients. The shelter plans a grand opening in March after winter services end. KSN
- ➤ Wichita pastor Emily Knoth uses TikTok to help people find welcoming churches by sharing sermons and book recommendations. She connects viewers from across the country so everyone finds a place to belong. KWCH
- ➤ On Christmas Eve, small businesses joined Kansas Food Bank in Wichita for a holiday meal to support those in need. Local organizers said the event strengthened community ties during the season. KWCH
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Shoppers increased store visits as they finished holiday lists on Dec. 24 near local retailers, boosting last-minute gift buying ahead of Christmas. Retailers expect the trend to have a positive impact on seasonal sales. KWCH
- ➤ A Kansas family lost nearly $1,000 after ordering a Christmas swingset online from Select Sheds in November & never got a shipping confirmation, so they are now seeking a refund through their credit card company. KWCH
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Google released its annual list of Wichita’s most searched terms in 2025. Residents looked up Taylor Swift’s album and hits by Jessie Murph and HUNTR/X while a slang term ('6-7') trended sharply and stirred reactions among local eateries and schools. KSN
- ➤ A Wichita pastor used TikTok to share his sermons with local residents and attract a new audience. His series, launched on Dec. 24, offers a fresh digital way to connect community members with his message. KWCH
- ➤ Penguin Cove at Sedgwick County Zoo reopens today following a 10-month repair period that fixed leaks in its bonded acrylic panels — the exhibit is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. KSN
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Kansas Lt. Gov. David Toland said the move of the Chiefs will boost the economy with plans for a new domed stadium in Wyandotte and training headquarters in Olathe; the project is expected to add 20,000 jobs (over $1 billion in annual impact) and create year-round event spaces. KSN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, Dec. 23, the Office of Rural Prosperity awarded nearly $1.1 million in development grants to 15 small Kansas communities for child care, community vibrancy, food retail, and library projects. The grants combine $337,833 in state funds + $744,186 in local contributions and require a 10% match. KSN
- ➤ Wichita City Council approved a $600,000 donation from QuikTrip to fund a police drone hive — to be installed on the roof of its Washington and Douglas station. Installation is set to begin soon. KSN
- ➤ Renovations at Wichita Eisenhower National Airport will begin Jan. 5 to reconfigure the ticket counter and upgrade technology & infrastructure while minimizing passenger disruption. The project is funded by state, federal & local dollars and will complete by the end of 2026. KSN
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Wichita Thunder vs. Allen Americans
7:05-8:35 p.m. — INTRUST Bank Arena — Tickets starting at $26 — Cheer on the Wichita Thunder as they face off against the Allen Americans in an exciting hockey match.
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Chair Yoga at Haysville Senior Center
10:00 – 10:45 AM — Haysville Senior Center — Free for members — Experience gentle chair yoga to enhance strength and flexibility while building community.
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Wichita Thunder vs. Utah Grizzlies
7:05-8:35 p.m. — INTRUST Bank Arena — Enjoy an exciting hockey match as the Wichita Thunder take on the Utah Grizzlies.
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Chair Yoga at Maize Recreation Commission
1-2 p.m. — Maize Recreation Commission — $5 drop-in fee — Discover the calming benefits of Chair Yoga in a supportive community setting.
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Tahoe Knight Monsters vs Wichita Thunder
7:05-9:05 p.m. — INTRUST Bank Arena — Cost info not specified — Catch an exciting hockey match as the Tahoe Knight Monsters face off against the Wichita Thunder.
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Concert by Tay Money
8-10 p.m. — WAVE — Tickets available — Enjoy a live performance by Tay Money featuring her hit song 'Hood Still the Same'.
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Time Travel Half-Marathon and 5k/10k
9 AM – 12 PM — Plum Shelter, 6501 W 21st St N, Wichita, KS — Unique referral code system for refunds — Lace up for a family-friendly dash through time with races for all ages.
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Chair Yoga at Maize Recreation Commission
1-2 p.m. — Maize Recreation Commission — $5 drop-in — Enjoy chair yoga for all mobility levels with a focus on strength, balance, and community.
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East Carolina Pirates vs. Wichita State Shockers Men's Basketball
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Charles Koch Arena — Free t-shirt for early fans — Witness a thrilling basketball game while supporting mental health awareness.
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Air Capital Hoopfest
7 p.m. — Newman University-Fugate Gymnasium — $15 for Adults, $8 for Kids, Students, and Seniors — Experience the excitement of top high school basketball with future stars competing for glory.
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