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Thursday, April 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Wichita Habitat for Humanity is engaging women in its Women Build project along Piatt Avenue's Rock the Block initiative. The build began with a February brunch and will end with a Pink Party in May (volunteers must be 16 and older). KMUW
- ➤ KMUW credits local donors with keeping the station on air after federal cuts, even as NPR received over $113 million in national donations to support digital technology. KWCH
- ➤ Movement Musick announced plans to revitalize downtown by remodeling the old Shirkmere Apartments into a mixed-use development near Second and Emporia. Local advocates urge city support to expand shelter services and protect current homeless residents. KWCH
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Wichita State artists are showcasing a thesis show at Harvester Arts that blends traditional native art with innovative, three-dimensional pieces. The exhibit, featuring works by Sloan Dyer and peers, closes Friday (Apr. 24). KMUW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Sedgwick County students learned about local job opportunities at a career fair on Apr. 22 at 5:36 p.m. CDT. The event offered practical career guidance, helping students explore new pathways for their futures. KWCH
- ➤ At Wednesday Sedgwick County Commission meeting, the board met with 11 Project SEARCH interns who completed three ten-week internships to gain job skills in various county departments. Commissioner Ryan Baty voiced pride in their contributions (the program partners with Wichita Public Schools for 11 years) and celebrated the interns' success. KNSS
- ➤ Earhart Environmental Magnet Elementary celebrated Earth Day today with hands-on learning at several stations plus a fun skit featuring the Lorax as a special guest. Community helpers supported the school's annual event. KWCH
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wichita City Council approved $250,000 in improvements for the Nomar district at 21st Street & Broadway on Apr. 22, including $200,000 for a permanent stage and $50,000 for public art. Mayor Lily Wu said construction will begin in about a year after public engagement and design work are complete. KNSS
- ➤ Officials announced on Apr. 22 major plans for downtown ICT and Kansas City to spur local development. The upcoming projects aim to enhance community spaces and boost economic opportunities, with further details expected soon. KWCH
- ➤ Sedgwick County law enforcement conducted its annual crisis intervention training this week to learn safe communication with people facing autism and other behavioral health challenges (with guidance from Starkey and the Sedgwick County Developmental Disability Organization). KWCH
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Wichita expert Taylor Langlois from Trinity Assurance Group advises residents to file free appeals on denied health insurance claims amid rising premiums — the process has shown an 80 percent success rate for overturning denials due to missing information. KWCH
- ➤ The HHS regional director visited Wichita East High School on Apr. 22 to promote updated nutrition guidelines for students. KWCH
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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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PokeKon Fest
10 AM – 5 PM — Holiday Inn Wichita East I-35 by IHG — Ticketed event — A haven for Pokemon collectors featuring trade opportunities and fandoms across genres.
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Shinedown Live Concert
7-10 p.m. — INTRUST Bank Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying performance of Shinedown with special guests Coheed and Cambria & Black Stone Cherry.
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Free Alzheimer’s Educational Conference
10 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Drury Plaza Hotel Broadview Wichita — Free entry — Gain insights on Alzheimer’s disease and connect with experts and the community.
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Mac Saturn Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — WAVE — Ticketed event — Experience a dynamic live show with Mac Saturn bringing fresh grooves to Wichita.
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