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Eureka Downs in Eureka is set to host parimutuel horse racing this Saturday at 12:30 p.m. after 16 years off, following extensive renovations led by Michael Weiss and local partners + officials preparing for a busy weekend of races.

Wichita Pride and the American Red Cross hosted a Pride in Every Drop blood drive Sunday to show updated donor guidelines and that all eligible people can donate blood + they plan another drive soon to keep the supply steady.

The City of Wichita began clearing out the Tent City encampment at Chapin Park today because of safety concerns following 69 police calls over three years; officials say they are helping residents relocate with shelter beds & housing vouchers.

Derby Plaza Theaters announced Monday that it will remain open after paying all outstanding property taxes, which removed its auction listing.

The theater cautioned local residents against donating to fake GoFundMe pages circulating online.

City and county officials hosted a midtown neighborhood plan update open house Monday where residents, property and business owners, and stakeholders learned about plans for midtown’s next ten years.

Those who missed the session can give feedback online until Friday (survey open).

Fayetteville-based punk band The Phlegms returned to Kirby’s Beer Store Monday for their first show there since 2017 and shared the stage with Sentences + yae.

City Council is set to review a TIF district request & redevelopment plan for Wichita Business Park, the new corporate campus on the former Towne West Square Mall site.

PROtect began operations this summer and a public hearing is set for Dec. 1.

Wichita State University is hosting a conference on combatting poverty as community leaders, experts and advocates gather on campus later this month + the event will offer discussions on innovative solutions.