Daily editionMonday, March 31st, 2025
Good morning, Wichita.
The Daily Wichita Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 31st of March.
Business
BBQ Express is taking over the restaurant space at 6249 E. 21st St. N. that once housed LA Cajun Seafood and Chicken and Da Cajun Shak—renovation work has been underway and owners expect to open in April.
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Education
Wichita State did not achieve its goal of awarding 70 research-based doctorates and spent $370 million on research last cycle, falling short of the R1 target.
The university will launch new doctoral programs and boost research funds to try for R1 status in 2028.
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Environment
Wichita State biology professor James Beck said invasive Callery pear trees—which now have thorns on their branches—spread rapidly after cross-pollination began in the 1970s and now appear in local parks and prairies.
The Kansas Department of Agriculture will issue a quarantine order starting in 2027 to stop their sale and movement and advises residents to choose native alternatives like Redbud.
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Health
LaRose Industries recalled 10 versions of its Cra-Z-Art Gemex/Gel2Gem jewelry-making kits on March 27 due to a resin that can cause skin, eye, and respiratory irritation (HEMA) when touched, inhaled, or ingested.
The kits, sold nationwide from January 2023 through September 2024 at prices between $13 and $36, should no longer be used and consumers are advised to contact LaRose for a refund.
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Accidents
Visiting from North Carolina, Heather Ashworth and her 6-year-old daughter Parham were attacked by geese near their hotel at Waterman & Main during their NCAA tournament trip—Parham received a black eye as the geese reacted protectively during nesting season.
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Wichita Events
Beginner Chair Yoga Session
Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025 · 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Club Hope Fitness | Free for survivors, $10 drop-in | Enjoy a soothing chair yoga class that promotes strength, mobility, and mental resilience.
Foundations of Yoga Class
Thursday, April 3rd, 2025 · 5-6 p.m. | Maize Recreation Commission | $5 drop-in fee | A nurturing space for beginners to explore yoga with a focus on breath, movement, and mindfulness.
Chair Yoga at Park City Senior Center
Friday, April 4th, 2025 · 9:30-10:15 a.m. — Park City Senior Center — Free for members — Engage in therapeutic chair yoga designed for all mobility levels to enhance strength and flexibility.
Engineering Expo 2025
Saturday, April 5th, 2025 · 9 AM – 3 PM — Bob Brown Expo Hall — Free admission — Celebrate STEM with hands-on activities for kids K-8 including lava lamps and slime.
Paleface Swiss Event
Sunday, April 6th, 2025 · 7-8:30 p.m. — WAVE — Click for details — Experience Paleface Swiss live at WAVE in Wichita.
Chair Yoga at Maize Recreation Commission
Monday, April 7th, 2025 · 1-2 p.m. — Maize Recreation Commission — $5 drop-in — Engage in a supportive chair yoga practice to enhance strength, balance, and community connection.
Posture Improvement Course
Tuesday, April 8th, 2025 · 9:00-10:15 AM — Club Hope Fitness — $183 — Focus on building strength, flexibility, and better posture in a supportive environment.
Beginner Chair Yoga Session
Wednesday, April 9th, 2025 · 10:30-11:30 a.m. — Club Hope Fitness — Free for cancer survivors; $10 for others — Enjoy a gentle class focusing on strength and resilience tailored for all abilities.
Foundations of Yoga Class
Thursday, April 10th, 2025 · 5-6 PM — Maize Recreation Commission — $5 drop-in fee — Perfect for beginners and those looking to refresh their yoga skills through gentle movements and breathwork.
Chair Yoga at Park City Senior Center
Friday, April 11th, 2025 · 9:30-10:15 a.m. — Park City Senior Center — Free for members — Experience stress relief and increased mobility through supportive chair yoga practices.