Daily Wichita Logo Daily Wichita

Sunday, March 16th, 2025

SHARE
SPONSORED BY
Advertiser Logo

Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Wichita.

Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 16th of March.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A 56-year-old man died when his car crashed through a garage—located at 4411 W. Westport in west Wichita—Saturday morning just before 8 a.m. and he may have suffered a medical emergency before the accident.  KWCH
  • FWFD responded early March 16 to a house fire on McCormick Avenue near E Harry Street and S Woodlawn that resulted in one death (incident occurred around 3:30 A.M.).  KWCH

CULTURE NEWS

  • The Black Press is honored on Black Press Sunday as the community remembers its history from Freedom’s Journal in 1827 to today’s newspapers and calls for strong local support through subscriptions and advertising—an effort to secure 200 years of trusted voices. The Community Voice, a key local paper, is celebrating its 30th anniversary as part of this ongoing tradition.  The Voice

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Wichita State students may soon apply for scholarships to cover testing for ADHD, autism or learning disabilities so they can get academic accommodations next fall. The Student Government Association set up a new fund that requires financial need documentation and a doctor's referral while a related bill and Student Body President Kylee Hower's signature remain pending—awarding up to $800 for testing.  The Sunflower

SPORTS NEWS

  • Blue Valley North won the 6A Kansas State Championship Derby on March 15th, 2025 and showed strong performance throughout the contest.  KWCH

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Beginner Chair Yoga at Club Hope

    This beginner chair yoga class at Club Hope, led by Marianna Evans, focuses on gentle movements to enhance strength, mobility, and resilience in a welcoming environment.

    Wed, 3/19/25

    View event
  • 2025 NCAA Men's Basketball Championship - First and Second Rounds

    The NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship First and Second Rounds will take place at INTRUST Bank Arena in Wichita, Kansas, hosted by Wichita State University.

    Thu, 3/20/25

    View event
  • Exploring Natural Biohacking and Nutrition for Longevity

    This seminar focuses on the application of natural biohacking and nutrition to promote health and longevity, featuring expert speaker Bart Precourt, DC.

    Sat, 3/22/25

    View event
  • Curvy Yoga 8-Week Class Series in Wichita

    This 8-week Curvy Yoga class series aims to provide a welcoming environment for individuals of all body types and abilities to explore yoga practices that fit their unique needs.

    Sun, 3/23/25

    View event
  • Chair Yoga at Haysville Senior Center

    10:00 – 10:45 AM | Haysville Senior Center | Free for members | Enjoy a gentle, community-focused yoga class designed for all mobility levels.

    Mon, 3/24/25

    View event
  • Chair Yoga Class at Maize Recreation Commission

    This class offers accessible chair yoga that enhances strength, flexibility, and mindfulness, catering to various mobility levels in a supportive community setting.

    Wed, 3/26/25

    View event
  • Open Mic Night at Vorshay's

    8-9:30 p.m. — Vorshay’s Cocktail Lounge — No cover charge — A creative haven for comedians to showcase fresh, original material.

    Thu, 3/27/25

    View event
  • World of Outlaws Sprint Car Series

    3:30 a.m. — 81 Speedway — Affordable tickets — Experience the thrilling World of Outlaws Sprint Car Series live in Wichita.

    Fri, 3/28/25

    View event
  • IEEE Wichita Young Professionals Networking Mixer

    This event offers students and young professionals in Wichita an opportunity to network while enjoying bowling, pool, snacks, and refreshments.

    Sat, 3/29/25

    View event
  • Curvy Yoga 8-Week Class Series

    1-2 p.m. — Yoga Central — Registration required — Explore adaptive yoga practices in a welcoming environment for all body types.

    Sun, 3/30/25

    View event

REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.

JOB BOARD

SUBMIT JOB

No new job posts today. You can submit one here.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

SUBMIT

No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

A Better Way to Shop for Solar

Tired of being bombarded with pushy solar ads and sales calls? EnergySage offers a smarter, stress-free way to go solar. Compare multiple quotes from top-rated, pre-screened installers—all in one place, and all without the pressure.

Here’s how it works:

  • Easy comparison: Find and compare quotes from trusted installers in a transparent, user-friendly platform at your own pace.
  • No pressure, just savings: Homeowners using EnergySage save an average of 20% on solar installation.
  • Unbiased guidance: Our Energy Advisors are here to offer free, expert advice whenever you need it. Ready to get started? Start by entering your zip code, then answer a few questions about your electricity usage, roof condition, and timeline, and confirm the property to get your quote.

Get your free, custom solar quotes on EnergySage today!

Get started with EnergySage today

Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Wichita.

TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems.

Know who said this? Send us an email!

Reveal the author
About Daily Wichita

Daily Wichita is a community newsletter sharing current events in Wichita, Kansas. Our mission is to make local news more accessible, highlight extraordinary people across the Wichita community, and support local organizations. If you like Daily Wichita, you can support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Wichita.

Advertising Opportunities

Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Wichita and across Kansas. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.

Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to make local news more accessible and highlight extraordinary people across the Wichita community.

We help people in Wichita save time finding the news that matters most to them: local news in Wichita, about Wichita, curated especially for you on a daily basis—all for free.

You can unsubscribe at any time.

Subscribe to Daily Wichita

A free Wichita community newsletter.

Daily local news
We curate the most critical news for the community every day.
No spam
Daily emails, only news! We never sell your data.

© Daily Wichita. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Questions? Contact us here