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Next Up Next Best Thing is now Next Up! Next Best Thing was intended to be a limited-run commentary focused on ways to stay connected digitally during stay-at-home orders. It will continue on, but as a public service announcement about local events. Every other Wednesday, KMUW's Jordan Kirtley will take a look at what's coming up next in the area.
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Next Best Thing is now Next Up! Next Best Thing was intended to be a limited-run commentary focused on ways to stay connected digitally during stay-at-home orders. It will continue on, but as a public service announcement about local events. Every other Wednesday, KMUW's Jordan Kirtley will take a look at what's coming up next in the area.

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Check out 'Books & Whatnot' and so much more at the Wichita Public Library

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Wrapping up 2022 with some festive events

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