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Thursday, April 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 3rd of April.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Moundridge schools had a delayed start yesterday because of a gas leak, with classes beginning at 10 a.m. and buses operating on schedule. The fire department checked the leak — the district will provide further updates. KWCH
- ➤ WSU Tech held day one of its National Signing Day event on Tuesday and it continues today. Over 350 high school seniors signed letters of intent to pursue careers in aviation, healthcare, IT and more while each student received a Signing Day hat—a $1,000 scholarship for the fall semester was also awarded. KWCH
- ➤ The Goddard school district expects a 30% increase in student enrollment over the next ten years from many new homes and is asking for a $196 million bond to build new schools and improve facilities— including turning Oak Street Elementary into an early learning center. The bond vote is set for May 13. KWCH
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Robert Layton—the city manager since 2009—announced he will retire at the end of 2025. He has served Wichita for more than 16 years under four mayors and 21 City Council members as the city begins a national search for his replacement. KWCH
- ➤ The Wichita City Council approved—by a 4—3 vote—steps to list the Crown Uptown Dinner Theatre as historic near Douglas and Hillside after its owner applied for a demolition permit on February 5th and a request to increase capacity was rejected. The council also approved a $1 million purchase of a downtown property at 332 N. Riverview to secure a new office building and parking lot for the Police Department. KNSS
- ➤ Wichita City Manager Robert Layton announced he will retire on New Year's Eve after 16 years of service—he said he will work with city officials to finish pending projects—and the City Council will lead a national search for his successor. This decision gives local government ample time to plan the transition. KNSS
- ➤ The ramp from southbound I-135 to Pawnee closed yesterday for sewer line reconstruction & it is expected to reopen in about three weeks with drivers advised to watch for construction crews and road signs in the area. KWCH
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Sedgwick County is hosting a free walk-in measles vaccination clinic on April 5 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1900 E. 9th Street — no appointment is needed and residents should bring identification, vaccination records and insurance information. KWCH
- ➤ The CDC said the U.S. now has more measles cases than last year with outbreaks in Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Kansas and Ohio. In Kansas, 24 cases have been confirmed in six counties and the first case on March 13 was linked to the Texas outbreak — health officials warn measles may continue spreading where vaccination rates are low. KSN
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Chair Yoga at Park City Senior Center
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.
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Engineering Expo 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.
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Paleface Swiss Event
7-8:30 p.m. — WAVE — Click for details — Experience Paleface Swiss live at WAVE in Wichita.
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Chair Yoga at Haysville Senior Center
10:00 – 10:45 AM — Haysville Senior Center — Free for members — Enjoy gentle chair yoga that enhances mobility and fosters community.
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Posture Improvement Course
9:00-10:15 AM — Club Hope Fitness — $183 — Focus on building strength, flexibility, and better posture in a supportive environment.
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Beginner Chair Yoga Session
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.
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Foundations of Yoga Class
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.
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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 stress relief and increased mobility through supportive chair yoga practices.
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20th Annual Spring Great Plains Renaissance Festival
10 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Sedgwick County Park — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate Wichita's spring tradition with jousts, acrobatics, and lively performances.
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Golden Girls - The Laughs Continue
3:00 – 4:30 PM — Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center — Starting at $35 — Enjoy an outrageous new comedy featuring your favorite Golden Girls tackling modern dilemmas.
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