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Daily editionThursday, December 26th, 2024

Good morning, Wichita.

The Daily Wichita Team

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Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of December.

Health

  1. Wichita-based HFG Architecture designed the Tenwek Cardiothoracic Centre in Kenya to significantly increase the region's capacity for open heart surgeries, addressing the high demand and training the next generation of surgeons.

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Sports

  1. Netflix's first foray into streaming a live NFL game, featuring the Kansas City Chiefs vs. Pittsburgh Steelers, created a new viewing dynamic for fans, with some opting for communal viewing at local bars despite challenges.

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Wichita Events

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  1. Kids Night Out: Pajama-WAM!

    Friday, December 27th, 2024 · This event offers children the chance to enjoy a fun-filled evening at the Wichita Art Museum, complete with activities and the option of wearing pajamas and bringing stuffed animals.

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  2. Bingo Loco Event at Crown Uptown Theatre

    Saturday, December 28th, 2024 · 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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  3. New Year's Eve Celebration at Blast Off Bay

    Tuesday, December 31st, 2024 · 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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  4. Clay Street Unit Live Performance

    Thursday, January 16th, 2025 · 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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  5. Cars for Charities Rod & Custom Car Show

    Saturday, January 18th, 2025 · 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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  6. 2025 US Figure Skating Championships

    Monday, January 20th, 2025 · 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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  7. 29th Annual No-Till on the Plains Winter Conference

    Tuesday, January 21st, 2025 · 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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  8. Weekly Lorcana Azurite Sea Tournament in Wichita, KS

    Friday, January 24th, 2025 · 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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  9. Orphan Jon and the Abandoned Live Performance

    Saturday, January 25th, 2025 · Experience a live music performance by Orphan Jon and the Abandoned at The Humidor Cocktail Lounge in Wichita.

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