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Saturday, March 14th, 2026
Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Destination Playscape opened at Exploration Place Friday, Mar. 13. The new play area offers interactive features for families and children to enjoy local recreation. KWCH
- ➤ The Reno County Food Bank opened a new facility five times larger than its old location on Thursday, designed to look like a grocery store so visitors feel more at ease. The larger space will help the organization serve more people amid ongoing food insecurity (23% of residents affected). KWCH
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Sedgwick County Zoo reopened Stingray Cove on Friday and it will run through October, offering community members a final chance to pet and feed stingrays. Zoo officials say this season is the exhibit’s last opportunity for an up-close marine experience. KWCH
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Kansas farmers could face higher corn and wheat prices as the war in Iran pushes up fertilizer costs+ wheat now sits at a two-year high, and extra input expenses may cut into summer crop profits. KWCH
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Eight teachers in Wichita Public Schools received the Distinguished Classroom Teacher Award last Thursday, including construction teacher Aaron Haselwood of East High — nominated by parents and peers and chosen by a committee of principals and administrators to recognize their impact on education quality. KWCH
- ➤ Wichita State’s Student Senate passed a resolution on Wednesday recommending an honorary A+ be added to transcripts without altering GPAs. The measure passed with 16 votes for and 7 against amid debate over a small survey sample. The Sunflower
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sedgwick County is inviting public feedback on proposed data centers during a town hall meeting – moved to a larger venue for expected turnout – set for Thursday at 6 p.m. at the K-State Research and Extension offices. Local residents have raised concerns about health, water, and traffic safety. KWCH
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Wichita Black Nurses Association is offering free health screenings for locals who may have been exposed to cancerous chemicals from a 1970s spill near 29th and Grove Street. The next testing event is held today at Holy Savior Catholic Church on North Chautauqua from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. KWCH
- ➤ Local health officials are offering free health screenings for residents impacted by contaminated groundwater at 29th and Grove — the program begins today to address community concerns. KWCH
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The Firebird Concert
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.
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Carden International Circus Spectacular
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.
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Wicked City Roller Derby vs. Natural State (Arkansas)
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.
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Time to Paddy 5k/10k & Lucky 13.1 Half Marathon
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.
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Chair Yoga Class at Haysville Senior Center
10:00 – 10:45 AM — Haysville Senior Center — Free for members — Experience a supportive yoga practice designed to enhance strength and flexibility through gentle chair movements.
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WWE NXT Live in Wichita
6:30-10:30 p.m. — The Cotillion — $35.05 to $179.11 — Witness NXT champions and superstars live in action for the first time in Wichita.
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Chair Yoga at Park City Senior Center
9:30-10:15 a.m. — Park City Senior Center — Free for members — Experience supportive chair yoga that enhances strength, mobility, and community spirit.
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Fittest In Wichita
9 a.m. — Station 0 — $50 to compete, free to watch — A community-driven fitness competition featuring local gyms, activities for all ages, and supporting mental health programs for firefighters.
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2026 Women's Basketball Invitation Tournament
1:30-6 p.m. — Charles Koch Arena — $40+ — Watch the best of women's basketball compete for the WBIT crown in Wichita's exciting final games.
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Elmo's Got The Moves
6-9 p.m. — Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center — Tickets required — Dance and play along with Elmo and his Sesame Street friends in a magical live experience.
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