Daily editionMonday, February 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Wichita.
The Daily Wichita Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of February.
Community
A cash mob event will be held at 525 E. Douglas on Sunday, March 1 from noon to 3 p.m. The event will bring local artisans together, offer interactive opportunities, prize giveaways & drink samplings at Bubbles Champagne Bar, all free to attend.
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Government
Melody McCray-Miller, a longtime member of the WPS Board of Education & a former state representative and Sedgwick County Commissioner, died on Feb. 22 at age 69.
Her service influenced local education and government practices.
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Health
Stellantis issued a stop driving notice for select 2003-2016 Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram vehicles because defective Takata airbags may explode; Wichita recall specialist Brian West is connecting owners with free mobile repairs.
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A manufacturer announced an airbag recall on Feb. 22 after safety concerns emerged, and affected Wichita vehicle owners are advised to contact local dealers for inspection.
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Sports
Special Olympics Kansas held a regional basketball tournament on Saturday in Haysville — teams played and cheered as they prepared for the state event in Manhattan.
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Athletic directors from KU, KSU and WSU met in Topeka last month seeking state funding as college sports costs rose.
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Wichita Events
School's Out - Dodgeball Is In
Thursday, February 26th, 2026 · 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Rose Hill Recreation Commission — Fun and engaging — Gather with dodgeball enthusiasts for a friendly competition.
2000s Nostalgia Party
Friday, February 27th, 2026 · 9 PM – 12 AM — The Cotillion — $15.33 to $21.09 — Celebrate the early 2000s with iconic hits and nostalgic vibes.
Black Business Tour
Saturday, February 28th, 2026 · 10 AM – 4 PM — Cargill Protein Headquarters — Free entry — Explore and support Black-owned businesses in a vibrant community ride-along experience.
2026 Wichita Kansas Inspection Authorization Renewal Seminar
Friday, March 6th, 2026 · 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.
Nekrogoblikon Concert
Sunday, March 8th, 2026 · 7-8:30 p.m. — WAVE — Ticket prices vary from $65 to $120 — Experience the unique sounds of Nekrogoblikon in a lively concert atmosphere.
FILTER Live with FINGER ELEVEN and LOCAL H
Wednesday, March 11th, 2026 · 6:30-7:30 p.m. — The Cotillion — Ticket price unavailable — Experience a night of diverse industrial rock music as FILTER showcases new material alongside special guests.
Million Dollar Quartet
Thursday, March 12th, 2026 · 12 AM — Forum Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the electrifying story of the legendary jam session that brought together Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins.
Mort's Martini Bar Live Rock Music Night
Friday, March 13th, 2026 · 8-11 p.m. — Mort’s Martini and Cigar Bar — Entry fee varies — Rock out to the best tunes from the 90s with a dash of 80s and 00s flair.
Wichita St. Patrick's Day Bar Crawl 2026
Saturday, March 14th, 2026 · 1-8 p.m. — Emerson Biggins — $7.99+ — Experience the top bars of Wichita with St. Paddy's drink specials and a festive after party.
The Firebird Concert
Sunday, March 15th, 2026 · 3-6 p.m. — Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center — $29-$85 Adults, $10 Students — Experience a compelling mix of myth and magic through Wagner, a world premiere, and Stravinsky's fiery masterpiece.