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Wichita voters approve the $615 million school bond, the district's first since 2008

Wichita said "yes, yes." Voters in the district chose yes on both questions by about 60%, and KWCH says the $615 million measure will pay for building improvements across USD 259 campuses.

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The bond passed after a 2025 loss by about 300 votes

$615 million
bond issue Wichita voters approved Tuesday
about 60%
voted yes on both questions
18 years
since Wichita last passed a bond issue
about 300
votes that sank a $450 million bond in February 2025

Source: KMUW

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SchoolsHere's what the Wichita school bond means for your property tax bill and four closing schoolsIf you own property in the Wichita school district, the two questions hit your bill differently. KSN says Question 1 extends the 2008 mill levy rate past its 2029 date without an increase. Question 2 would add 2.18 mills, the Eagle reported.Today’s editionRead WeatherElection Day in Wichita will be windy and cooler, with a high near 59If you're heading to the polls today, bundle up. After Monday night's storms, KWCH forecasts a few early showers, then cloudy and breezy skies in Wichita, with a high of 59. KSN puts the high at 61 with a 30% chance of rain.Tuesday’s editionRead WeatherSevere storms could hit Wichita Monday afternoon and evening, with tornadoes possibleIf you're heading out today, check the sky first. The National Weather Service says Wichita has a good chance of severe weather Monday as two rounds of storms come through, with tornadoes, gusts over 70 mph and half-dollar-size hail possible.Monday’s editionRead SportsWashburn and Emporia State will meet in Wichita for the MIAA soccer semifinals FridayIf you like college soccer, mark Fri., Nov. 6. No. 1 seed Washburn faces No. 5 seed Emporia State in the MIAA semifinals at the Scheels Stryker Sports Complex in Wichita, and kickoff is set for 3 p.m.Monday’s editionRead SportsK-State women open the basketball season tonight against Wichita StateIf you're a Shockers fan, basketball season starts tonight. Jeff Mittie and the 'Cats host in-state foe Wichita State on Monday night to open 2026-27. KSNT says K-State senior Taryn Sides talked about the Wildcats navigating injuries and their goal of returning to the NCAA Tournament.Monday’s editionRead WeatherStorms are headed for Wichita on Monday, and Election Day could bring gusts over 50 mphIf you're heading out Sunday, you're in good shape. KSN's Storm Track 3 forecast has Wichita mostly cloudy with a high of 71 and a 10% chance of showers. Monday is the day to plan around.Sunday’s editionRead

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  • Valley CenterValley Center voters rejected a 1% sales tax that would have given the city a full-time fire department.

    Valley Center voters rejected a 1% sales tax that would have given the city a full-time fire department. The first unofficial results showed 1,091 early "no" votes to 624 "yes." The city will now join Sedgwick County Fire District One. The tax would have pushed Valley Center's sales tax rate to 9.5 percent.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSources: KWCH, Wichita Eagle

  • ParkingWichita's parking fund is in the red by just over $309 thousand for the third quarter of 2026, the City Council heard Tuesday.

    Wichita's parking fund is in the red by just over $309 thousand for the third quarter of 2026, the City Council heard Tuesday. Revenue is up $700 thousand from 2025, but expenditures are up $900 thousand.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: KNSS

  • ShockersWichita State announced Tuesday that sophomore center Noah Hill will miss the season with a foot injury.

    Wichita State announced Tuesday that sophomore center Noah Hill will miss the season with a foot injury. The Eagle reports the Shockers are working to bring back 6-foot-10 center Emmanuel Okorafor, though nothing is finalized.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSources: Wichita Eagle, Wichita Eagle

  • Cross countryKapaun Mt. Carmel junior Ava Claassen won her first state cross country title Saturday in 16 minutes, 59 seconds, a course record.

    Kapaun Mt. Carmel junior Ava Claassen won her first state cross country title Saturday in 16 minutes, 59 seconds, a course record. Nobody among the 292 girls across three classifications finished within 56 seconds.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Wichita Eagle

  • New spotArgentina's Empanadas owners Chad Freeman and Carolina Brandan are adding a restaurant at 11414 E Central, in the space Joy Tea left earlier this year.

    Argentina's Empanadas owners Chad Freeman and Carolina Brandan are adding a restaurant at 11414 E Central, in the space Joy Tea left earlier this year. They hope to open around Thanksgiving.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Wichita Eagle

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  6. Wichita Eagle5 hours ago

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Daily Wichitato me · Wed., Nov. 46:00 a.m.

Wichita voters approve the $615 million school bond

Plus, Valley Center says no to a fire department sales tax and the city's parking fund slips into the red.

The TLDR

  1. Wichita voters approve the $615 million school bond
  2. What the bond means for your tax bill and OK Elementary
  3. Valley Center voters reject the public safety sales tax
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