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Wichita
Tuesday, February 10th, 2026
Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 10th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents can join a free guided bus tour of Black-owned businesses on Saturday, Feb. 28; the tour, organized by Tasha Hayes, will provide shuttle transportation, light refreshments, and stops in downtown, Old Town (and College Hill) with advance registration required to secure limited space. The Voice
- ➤ Saturday morning, Wichita State’s largest community service event brought over 130 volunteers together at 9 a.m. in the Rhatigan Student Center’s Beggs Ballroom, where students, alumni and faculty received breakfast and instructions before heading to 16 local sites (including Exploration Place and Shocker Support Locker) for community work. The Sunflower
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Bloom, a local flower shop, is preparing for Valentine’s Day by stocking Kansas-made flowers, chocolates and gifts. Owner Vanessa O’Brien advises customers to order early this week so they can enjoy their orders all week. KWCH
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Wichita State Varsity Esports met with the SGA finance commission on Friday to outline its funding needs ahead of student fee hearings. Director Joseph Mazzara explained that past cuts have limited travel and event support for the team. The Sunflower
- ➤ Kindergarteners and first graders at Wichita schools received free books and stuffed animals on Monday from Wichita State Connect in partnership with Storytime Village (and WSU Athletics) during the annual Books and Bears event designed to spark early interest in reading. KWCH
- ➤ HB 2717 aims to lower the required school starting age from seven to six. The bill, introduced by Susan Estes, has bipartisan support and may prompt changes for Kansas parents. FOX Kansas
- ➤ On Feb. 9, the Andover school board approved a ban on cell phones for high school students, with the measure set to take effect next school term. KWCH
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A House bill introduced on Monday, Feb. 9 would require Kansas schools to teach Narcan use and fentanyl education. Lawmakers expect the proposal to boost student safety and emergency preparedness in classrooms. KWCH
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today, Wichita golfers crowded city courses as temperatures climbed above 75°F after a long, snowy winter. Many are booking tee times early to enjoy these rare warm days. KWCH
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Elise Trouw Live Performance
8-10 p.m. — WAVE — Tickets starting at $78 — Experience an unforgettable musical event with Elise Trouw.
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Resilient Gemstones Ladies Conference 2026
7 p.m. — Hyatt Regency Wichita — Registration Fee Required — A faith-centered conference providing hope and healing for women impacted by trauma.
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Valentine's Day Prix Fixe Dinner
Evening — Wine Dive + Kitchen — $75 per person — Celebrate love with a curated multi-course dining experience that will elevate your night together.
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Chair Yoga Class
1-2 p.m. — Maize Recreation Commission — $5 drop-in — Engage in empowering chair yoga to enhance strength, flexibility, and community connection.
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Chair Yoga Class at Maize Rec
1-2 p.m. — Maize Recreation Commission — $5 drop-in fee — Enjoy calming chair yoga that promotes strength, flexibility, and community.
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Chinese New Year Celebration
12:30 – 3:00 PM — Botanica, The Wichita Gardens — Included with general admission — Celebrate Lunar New Year with crafts, zodiac discovery, and cultural traditions for the whole family.
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School's Out - Dodgeball Is In
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Rose Hill Recreation Commission — Fun and engaging — Gather with dodgeball enthusiasts for a friendly competition.
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2000s Nostalgia Party
9 PM – 12 AM — The Cotillion — $15.33 to $21.09 — Celebrate the early 2000s with iconic hits and nostalgic vibes.
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Black Business Tour
10 AM – 4 PM — Cargill Protein Headquarters — Free entry — Explore and support Black-owned businesses in a vibrant community ride-along experience.
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2026 Wichita Kansas Inspection Authorization Renewal Seminar
7:30 a.m. — Colonel James Jabara Airport — Registration required — Complete your 8-hour training requirement for Inspection Authorization renewal with expert presentations and provided lunch.
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