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Sunday, April 5th, 2026
Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 5th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Annual Easter Sun Run is scheduled for today in Sedgwick County to raise funds for youth programs + local families are invited to join this community event to support local initiatives. KWCH
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Kansas farmers are facing rising prices for fertilizer, fuel & labor as the Iran war increases input costs just before spring planting. Sumner County farmer Robert White said higher expenses may force newer farmers, including his sons, to struggle with profitability. KWCH
- ➤ Local Kansas farmers are facing financial struggles as the ongoing war disrupts supply chains and lowers market prices. They say the impact on operations may continue to affect yields this season. KWCH
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Local organizers are planning a field day event meant to inspire youth to consider careers in agriculture. The event will offer hands-on activities and opportunities (with farming experts) designed to help participants learn about local farming practices. KWCH
- ➤ Graduate Senator Grant Phillips has proposed a need-based scholarship for rural graduate students in District 1 to address funding gaps; applicants must have a bachelor’s, rural proof, and meet GPA minimums as the proposal is under review by the senate’s Government Oversight Committee (meeting Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m.). The Sunflower
- ➤ Flickner Innovation Farms hosted an ag tech field day on Saturday in Moundridge where students learned about robotics and data tools to cut chemical costs plus representatives from Kansas State University and NASA Acres emphasized new opportunities for young farmers. KWCH
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Kansas Geological Survey said south central groundwater levels increased by 2.5 feet last year—the highest gain since 2019—thanks to above-average rainfall. The rise arrives after several years of drought and offers welcome relief for local water supplies. FOX Kansas
- ➤ Sedgwick County will host e-waste collection events for safe disposal of old electronics at the West Yard recycling facility at 4701 S. West St from 9 a.m. & 2 p.m. on April 23-25 and April 30-May 2. KWCH
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Candlelight Concert: 90s Hip-Hop on Strings
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Kansas Aviation Museum — Ticketed event — Experience the melodies of 90s hip-hop classics reimagined with a string quartet under candlelight.
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Kansas City Mavericks vs. Wichita Thunder
7:05-10:05 p.m. — INTRUST Bank Arena — Complimentary tickets available — Experience the excitement of this rivalry match with a special ticket promotion.
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Aries Spears Comedy Show
8-11 p.m. — The Cotillion — Reserved seating — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Aries Spears, with concessions and full bars available.
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KSAPT 2026 Conference Featuring Dr. Eliana Gil
8 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Aloft Wichita — Registration required — Explore play-based assessments and the impact of childhood trauma with expert guidance.
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Bingo Loco Party
6:00-9:30 p.m. — The Cotillion — $44.27 — Join the ultimate bingo party featuring crazy prizes, hilarious hosts, and a night of dancing and laughter.
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Super Saturday: Travel Entrepreneurship Workshop
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Courtyard by Marriott Wichita at Old Town — Free entry — Discover how to turn your passion for travel into a professional entrepreneurial venture.
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Open Streets ICT - WSU & Shocker Neighborhood
12-4 p.m. — Wichita State University — Free entry — Experience a vibrant day of community connection and wellness activities in the heart of Wichita.
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Wichita Gem, Fossil and Mineral Show
9 a.m.-6 p.m. Fri, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sat, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun — Cessna Activity Center — Adults $5, kids under 12 free — Explore a vibrant showcase of gems, fossils, and engaging lapidary demonstrations.
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Outdoor Vintage Market at Paramount Marketplace Antiques
9 AM – 3 PM — Paramount Marketplace Antiques — Free admission — Discover unique antiques and vintage treasures at this vibrant outdoor market.
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Lorna Shore Concert
6-8:30 p.m. — The Cotillion — $61.85 — Experience an electrifying show with Lorna Shore and special guests Paleface Swiss and Signs of the Swarm.
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