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Sunday, April 27th, 2025
Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 27th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A motorcycle driver was taken to the hospital after crashing into a bus at the intersection of Douglas and Water near Century II in downtown Wichita Friday just after 11 p.m. — he was riding the wrong way on a one-way street. KWCH
- ➤ An 18-year-old motorcyclist, Bailey Ihde, who was going the wrong way on Water Street, collided with a bus at the intersection of Douglas and Water near Century II in downtown Wichita a little after 11 p.m. Friday—he was taken to a hospital with suspected serious injuries while the bus driver was not injured. KNSS
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police say a man was killed in a shooting at a south Wichita motel—police took a suspect into custody. KSN
- ➤ A 21-year-old man was critically injured after being shot outside the Afton Motel on the 800 block of South Broadway just before 8:30 p.m. on Friday during a disturbance, and he was taken to a local hospital for treatment. KNSS
- ➤ The Kansas Humane Society warned Wichita residents that scammers are using spoofed phone numbers and social media groups to ask for money to pay for surgeries for lost pets, and the society said it will never require prepayment. KWCH
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Wichita State inaugurated its new student government on Thursday when Jia Wen Wang became student body president and Amy Nguyen was sworn in as vice president along with new senators, justices and returning Chief Justice Lesly Hernandez — Wang promised to lead with vision, collaboration and accountability for the 17,000 students on campus. The Sunflower
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Kansas City District said seasonal staffing limits will reduce services at 18 district lakes starting May 15. At Wilson Lake, overnight camping at Minooka Park will close while day use stays open—information centers at Kanopolis and Hillsdale Lakes will also be shuttered until conditions improve. KWCH
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Three seniors—Ron, Alex, and Avon—have played at McAdams Park for over 35 years and now compete in regional tournaments while supporting free summer tennis lessons starting May 13 to attract younger players. The Voice
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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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Mission 102C Welcome Home Celebration
12:30-1:30 p.m. — Red Roof Inn & Conference Center Wichita Airport — Free entry — Celebrate the return of Mission 102C with a joyful welcome home gathering.
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Alton Brown Live
7:30-9 p.m. — Orpheum Theatre — Tickets start at $82 — Experience a night of culinary entertainment with Alton Brown's unique blend of cooking and comedy.
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Wichita Makeup Blowout Sale
10 AM - 5 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Wichita Airport — Free entry — Annual makeup sale featuring up to 75% off on beauty products.
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Asking Alexandria Live in Concert
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Cotillion — Tickets available — Experience an electrifying night of rock with Asking Alexandria and support acts From Ashes to New, Royale Lynn, and What Lies Below.
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Prairie Fire Wichita Spring Races 5km
7:30-11:30 a.m. — Hyatt Regency Wichita — Registration required — Experience a friendly 5K race through the historic Delano District and scenic river views.
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Jeremy Camp Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Orpheum Theatre — Ticket prices from $25 — Experience an uplifting evening with Americana Christian rock star Jeremy Camp.
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Conquer the Campus 2025
2-5 p.m. — Wichita Campus — Registration required — Experience the thrill of a 1-mile and 5k run, walk, and kids fun run for all ages.
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VEDO Concert
7:30-11:30 p.m. — WAVE — Check event page for ticket prices — Experience the smooth sounds of R&B and Soul with VEDO live in Wichita.
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Beginner Chair Yoga at Club Hope
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Club Hope Fitness — Free for cancer survivors, $10 for others — Experience gentle strength-building and mindfulness in a supportive environment.
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