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Monday, April 13th, 2026
Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 13th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Great Plains Nature Center hosted its 'Grow Together' event for families on Apr. 12, offering interactive activities and shared learning experiences to promote community engagement. KWCH
- ➤ Dan Norton won a charity hot dog eating competition at Nortons Brewing Company by eating seven hot dogs in three minutes (earning a $500 donation for the Wichita Area Sexual Assault Center). He will face Joey Chestnut at the Wichita Wind Surge game on Friday, April 17. Wichita By E.B.
- ➤ Ava Johnson’s Socks and Undies Drive raised funds for essential items for foster kids. The local event, launched yesterday, invites residents to donate supplies that support children in need. KWCH
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Wichita-based DuBois Consultants Inc. is celebrating 20 years in the city with an anniversary happy hour on Thursday, Apr. 16 that will bring clients + local leaders together. The firm built its lasting reputation by delivering quality project work and fostering key local partnerships over the past two decades. The Voice
- ➤ Mokas Coffee & Eatery will open its third Wichita location on Wednesday, April 15 at 3851 N. Ridge Road, adding to its popular sites in McLean and Veranda and offering a menu of sandwiches, pastries, wraps, salads, soups, coffee & smoothies. Wichita By E.B.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Wichita woman lost money after entering personal information on a fake passport renewal site that charged nearly $100 extra, and the Better Business Bureau advises using the official .gov site + renewing passports early for summer travel. KWCH
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tallgrass Film Festival and Harvester Arts are partnering to boost Wichita's cultural scene, with the festival planned for October 15–18 in downtown Wichita (with events at Boulevard Theatres at Old Town). The event will feature independent films, Q&As, and calls for volunteer film screeners. Wichita By E.B.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Drivers should expect delays today as KDOT closes the ramp connecting eastbound K-96 to eastbound Kellogg so crews can replace the barrier wall and paint new stripes. Commuters are advised to allow extra travel time during these improvements. KWCH
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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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Sevendust ONE Tour
6:00 – 8:20 PM — The Cotillion — Ticket prices vary — Experience hard rock legends Sevendust with special guests Atreyu, Fire From The Gods, and American Adrenalin.
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Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
8:45-9:45 p.m. — Kansas Aviation Museum — Ticketed event — Experience the enchanting music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons performed by the Listeso String Quartet under candlelight.
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Fit For A King Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — The Cotillion — $36-$111 — Enjoy a night of heavy music with Fit For A King in Wichita.
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