Daily editionThursday, April 10th, 2025
Good morning, Wichita.
The Daily Wichita Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 10th of April.
Community
Wichita State’s pickleball courts are opening in a new location between the Heskett Center and Hubbard Hall today with a grand opening at 11 a.m. and food and drinks available at noon.
The event will offer the first 100 check-ins a free pickleball with a chance to win gear and follows the move due to new softball facility construction.
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Education
Haysville's $80 million school bond passed with about 75% of nearly 2,000 voters to fund improvements such as roof repairs, HVAC systems, parking lots, and interior finishes.
In Mulvane, two bond proposals—a $50 million infrastructure bond and a $9 million early childhood education center—were mostly voted down while mail-in ballots remain pending.
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Wichita State athletic director Kevin Saal gave an update on Cessna Stadium renovations yesterday.
Crews demolished the east-side stands and will rebuild the west-side stands by 2026 to prepare the stadium for a possible women’s soccer program.
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Government
Local and state leaders broke ground on Wednesday at noon at 3901 S. Custer Ave. for a new mental health hospital that will have 104 beds for adults with acute mental illness (Sedgwick County is building it with $25 million in federal recovery funds and $71.5 million in state funds and the state will operate the facility) and it is expected to open by 2027.
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Today, Wichita is in stage two drought so city water restrictions remain in place and residents can water outdoors only on their assigned day; city officials stressed the need for water conservation while some homeowners delay garden projects as Cheney Lake stays nearly eight feet below normal — a sign the drought is still severe.
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Wichita Events
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.
20th Annual Spring Great Plains Renaissance Festival
Saturday, April 12th, 2025 · 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Sedgwick County Park — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate Wichita's spring tradition with jousts, acrobatics, and lively performances.
Golden Girls - The Laughs Continue
Sunday, April 13th, 2025 · 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.
Chair Yoga at Haysville Senior Center
Monday, April 14th, 2025 · 10:00 – 10:45 a.m. — Haysville Senior Center — Free for members — Enjoy a supportive chair yoga practice enhancing strength, flexibility, and community.
Lyla Sage - Wild and Wrangled Release Party
Tuesday, April 15th, 2025 · 5-7 p.m. — Watermark Books & Cafe — Tickets required — Celebrate the launch of 'Wild and Wrangled' with themed drinks, games, and a chance to win prizes.
Beginner Chair Yoga at Club Hope
Wednesday, April 16th, 2025 · 10:30-11:30 a.m. — Club Hope Fitness — Free for cancer survivors, $10 drop-in — Experience gentle chair yoga to enhance strength, balance, and mental wellness.
Foundations of Yoga Workshop
Thursday, April 17th, 2025 · 5-6 p.m. — Maize Recreation Commission — $5 drop-in fee — Explore gentle yoga sequences and rejuvenate your body and mind with expert guidance.
Yasmin Nur 'Slaughter' Album Release Party
Friday, April 18th, 2025 · 8 p.m. — Public at the Brickyard — All ages welcome — Celebrate the release of Yasmin Nur's debut album with live support from Silk and The Travel Guide.
30K Payday Bingo Event
Saturday, April 19th, 2025 · 9 AM – 2 PM — Bingo Casino South — $67.00 – $219.00 — Get ready for the biggest bingo event yet with a chance to win big!
Live Music by Zombii, The Cups, and Americana-na
Sunday, April 20th, 2025 · 9 p.m. — Kirby's Beer Store — Free admission — Experience an evening of vibrant live music from three local acts.