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A statewide drought has reduced corn yields, pushing Kansas farmers to adjust irrigation and planting plans + experts warn that lower soil moisture may further challenge the harvest until rain comes.

Open Streets ICT returns today, inviting residents to join a four-hour, traffic-free event on Douglas Avenue from Noon to 4 p.m. The event will include activity hubs at Kennedy Plaza, Naftzger Park, and East High School — pet watering stations and local vendors are also available.

Kansas State's Avery Johnson had a career day against Tulane on Saturday, Sep.

19 — his best-ever performance energized his team and thrilled local fans.

Seven communities and three rural water districts must boil water while Wichita remains clear of the advisory.

Derby officials collected test samples at 8:45 p.m. and expect to update residents about the advisory later tonight.

City officials are investigating what caused a water advisory that was lifted from several local communities, and they will work with local experts+engineers to check water safety.

Updates will follow as the review continues.

Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport received a $1M federal grant that will help recruit an airline to launch nonstop service to an East Coast hub, such as Charlotte or New York.

Officials said the grant funds a revenue guarantee + marketing program to reduce financial risk.

The Wichita Board of Education selected Brock Booker to fill the District 3 vacancy after Ngoc Vuong resigned.

He will take his oath at the Sedgwick County Election Office on Oct. 9 and join the board on Oct. 12.

Wichita's Juanita Ridge will release her new song Drug Free Generation on Oct.

3 (from 1 to 4 p.m.) at Fairmount Coffee Co. as she turns decades of youth mentoring into music that encourages drug-free choices.