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Wichita
Monday, April 6th, 2026
Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 6th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Books & Breakfast, a community program that builds literacy through hot meals and interactive storytime, will host families Saturday, April 11 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Build & Rebuild. Every child gets a book to take home to boost reading skills. The Voice
- ➤ RiverFlix returns at the Wichita Foundation Amphitheater on Friday, April 24 with 27 weeks of free outdoor movie nights for families, except on September 25. Movies start at sunset and food trucks will offer snacks for those arriving at 6 p.m. Wichita By E.B.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Great Plains Transportation Museum said on Apr. 5 that it will restore a vintage railcar at its Wichita facility. The restoration project will start soon—showing the city’s rich rail history. KWCH
- ➤ Great Plains Transportation Museum is seeking donations to restore an old baggage car into an event space for birthday parties, tours, and corporate events. The $70,000 restoration aims to boost museum revenue and preserve Wichita’s rail history — with a Kansas Railroad Hall of Fame pending governor approval. KWCH
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ USD 259 school officials will soon consider potential bonds to improve facilities at local schools, aiming to boost classroom resources and safety. The board will schedule meetings to offer details and gather community input. KWCH
- ➤ Wichita Public Schools is considering a bond proposal for November to fund repairs on aging buildings after a $450 million bond failed, with details to be shared at today's 6 p.m. Board meeting (community sessions are planned in April and a formal recommendation will be given on June 1). KWCH
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sedgwick County Environmental Resources Department is hosting e-waste collection events to help residents safely dispose of old electronics. The events run from April 23 through April 25 and from April 30 through May 2, 9 a.m. + 2 p.m., at the West Yard recycling facility at 4701 S. West Street. KNSS
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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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