Daily editionSaturday, February 28th, 2026
Good morning, Wichita.
The Daily Wichita Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of February.
Community
Wichita-area swim teams completed a 100-mile challenge for the Make-A-Wish Foundation on Feb. 27 — an effort that showcased local teamwork and spirit.
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New leadership at the Boys & Girls Club Opportunity Drive unit aims to rebuild community ties in northeast Wichita by partnering with local schools and expanding programs for youth.
Unit Director Aaron Roberts and his team plan to enhance school-year + summer programming to better serve local families.
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Culture
Disney on Ice is at INTRUST Bank Arena this weekend featuring scenes from Frozen and Encanto.
The production employs over 100 cast members (including Matty Cangelose) as part of a global tour.
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Education
Wichita school buses are now using AI cameras, raising privacy concerns among parents and educators.
Officials are reviewing measures to protect student data & adjust policies as needed.
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Kansas FFA raised $103,000 after its 24-hour Give FFA Day fundraiser on Thursday in Manhattan, surpassing its $50,000 goal to support local agricultural education programs with donations from all 105 counties.
The funds will provide grants, scholarships, and support for ag teachers statewide.
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Wichita State's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is proposing a $1.5 million budget cut and administrative consolidation to reduce spending while keeping academic programs unchanged.
Meetings with department chairs will begin on Monday, March 2, with changes effective July 1 — no staff moves are planned.
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Health
Wichita nonprofit Kansas Birth Justice Society (aiming to reduce maternal disparities) is training doulas to support Black mothers amid higher pregnancy risks, building on a 2024 Medicaid amendment.
More than 200 doulas are in training, and advocates like Shaunita Phillips and the late Melody McCray-Miller have helped reduce health disparities.
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A report shows circulatory death organ donations have increased and Wichita hospitals are preparing for more transplant procedures.
Local health leaders attribute the rise to improved protocols and outreach efforts.
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Wichita Events
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.
Carden International Circus Spectacular
Friday, March 20th, 2026 · 6:30-9:30 p.m. — Park City Arena — $9-$30 — Experience thrilling acts and family-friendly fun with pre-show activities including rides and face painting.
Wicked City Roller Derby vs. Natural State (Arkansas)
Saturday, March 21st, 2026 · 6-9 p.m. — The Cotillion — Kids 12 and under free with paying adult — Experience the thrilling matchup between local roller derby teams in an all-ages event.
Time to Paddy 5k/10k & Lucky 13.1 Half Marathon
Sunday, March 22nd, 2026 · 8 a.m. — Botanica, The Wichita Gardens — Registration fees apply — Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with family-friendly running events featuring fun swag and community spirit.