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Wednesday, April 16th, 2025
Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sedgwick County Zoo welcomed its second African elephant calf—Kijani, born on Monday to first-time mother Xolani following Bomani’s birth on April 10. Zoo staff said both mother and calf are healthy and will be closely monitored before joining the herd. KWCH
- ➤ The Kansas Honor Flight, an all-volunteer group that honors veterans from World War II, Korea and Vietnam, took its 100th flight last year and will make its 102nd trip later this month. KWCH—DeVaughn James Injury Lawyers donated $1,200 to help fund future flights, and flight leader Kenny White said all eligible veterans should sign up soon. KWCH
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The BBB warns that personal data might be at risk as a study found more than 16,000 high-level identity theft reports since 2021, with many cases occurring around tax season. The agency advises residents to review credit reports, use multi-factor authentication and choose strong, unique passwords to help protect their information. KWCH
- ➤ Todd Donovan, 54, pleaded guilty to shooting his wife Sheila and their 22-year-old son Tyler during a standoff on November 1, 2024—he said he took their lives at their home. KAKE
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lawmakers did not deliver the big property tax cuts promised and only passed a small 1.5 mill reduction that saves about $40 for an average home. Lawmakers said they will work on more tax relief next session—many homeowners remain worried about rising costs. The Beacon
- ➤ On Tuesday, Wichita City Council considered a proposal from Commonwealth Development Corporation to build a 42-unit low-income housing project on South Broadway (seeking $9.2 million in bonds) with no set construction start date. The Council also discussed funding Riverfest, with proposals to allocate $40,000 for sponsorship and $135,000 for public safety (with the festival set from May 30th to June 7th). KWCH
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Children’s Mercy previewed designs for an 18,000-square-foot clinic in northeast Wichita on Tuesday at 28th St. N. and Greenwich to serve over 10,000 pediatric patients. The clinic will offer more than 30 specialty services — including cardiology, endocrinology, and nephrology — and is scheduled to open in summer 2026. KSN
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Spring Home Transition Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Traditions Home — Registration required — Learn how to refresh your home for the spring season with expert Megan McGraw.
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Taylor Swift Music Bingo
7-9 p.m. — White Crow Cider Company — Free for paying customers — Enjoy a fun-filled evening of bingo as you jam to the hits of Taylor Swift and win prizes.
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Late Night with A Band In Kansas
8 PM — Brickyard — $15 — Get ready for a high-energy party featuring the biggest hits from the early 2000s to today.
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Live Music by Zombii, The Cups, and Americana-na
9 p.m. — Kirby's Beer Store — Free admission — Experience an evening of vibrant live music from three local acts.
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Chair Yoga at Haysville Senior Center
10:00 AM — Haysville Senior Center — Free for members — Accessible chair yoga promotes strength, flexibility, and community spirit.
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OJATA Trio Live at Walker's Jazz Lounge
7:30 PM - 1:30 AM — Walker's Jazz Lounge — Check venue for ticket info — Enjoy an intimate acoustic performance by Orphan Jon's OJATA Trio in a historic jazz setting.
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LEVEL 6 All-Star, 7 & 8 Regionals
April 25-27 — Wichita Sports Forum — Entry Fee $150 — Witness the future stars of gymnastics compete in the Level 6 All-Star, 7 & 8 Regionals.
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The MOWT Gala Annual Fundraiser
5-10 p.m. — Museum of World Treasures — $100 General Admission, $150 VIP — Experience an elegant 1910s-themed evening with dinner, wine tasting, and a special WWI art exhibit opening.
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Tour de Wichita 2025
1-5 p.m. — Brick & Mortar Venue — Registration fees apply — Enjoy a day of cycling, walking, and fun for all ages and skill levels.
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Tahoe Knight Monsters vs Wichita Thunder
7:05-11:05 PM — INTRUST Bank Arena — Ticket prices vary — Catch the thrilling game as the Tahoe Knight Monsters take on the Wichita Thunder.
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