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Wichita
Monday, May 4th, 2026
Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 4th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Open Streets ICT brought thousands to Wichita’s Nomar neighborhood Saturday afternoon for local food, music & performances in its second of three planned events; organizers urge residents to join the final outing to support local vendors and performers. KWCH
- ➤ Residents gathered in the Nomar neighborhood for Open Streets ICT on Sunday, May 3, enjoying a community event that opened local streets for safe, car-free activities. The gathering provided a space for neighbors to connect and share local culture. KWCH
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Carnitas Morelia closed last month at 3088 W. 13th St. — a new Mexican restaurant is set to take over the strip center space. Wichita By E.B.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A Wichita train enthusiast is volunteering to maintain historic locomotives, ensuring that classic engines remain in operation for community use. The effort shows ongoing local dedication to preserving our railway heritage (a part of our shared history). KWCH
- ➤ Local band Nuclear Football won the first Riverfest Battle of the Bands at Wave on April 29–30 and will perform on the main stage on Friday, June 5 at 6:30 p.m. The win gives them a $1,000 prize before headliners Sage the Gemini and Gym Class Heroes play. Wichita By E.B.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Anil Badu Adhapaka, a master's candidate at Wichita State, balanced teaching, coaching for the ERPsim contest + work at the National Institute for Aviation Research as he prepared to graduate. He has earned the trust of faculty and students and will reenter his industry with expanded skills. The Sunflower
- ➤ Benjamin Sauceda, president and CEO of the Kansas Aviation Museum, will graduate from Wichita State University this spring and has boosted museum attendance by 70% in 4½ years. The adult learner and foster father balances family, work, and studies — inspiring local change. The Sunflower
- ➤ WSU senior Anna Brake earned honors in biology and public health and received early admission to the University of Kansas School of Medicine this fall; she excelled in student organizations and research projects (including wearable heart monitor work) that prepared her for a future in family medicine in Wichita. The Sunflower
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Wichita State Shockers claimed a share of the softball conference title on May 3 (yesterday) in a crucial game that boosted the team’s standing this season. KWCH
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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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Outdoor Vintage Market at Paramount Marketplace Antiques
9 AM – 3 PM — Paramount Marketplace Antiques — Free admission — Discover unique antiques and vintage treasures at this lively outdoor market.
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Love Norteñas and Huapangos Concert
9:00 p.m. — El Basurero Sports Bar — Age 18+ — Experience a night of adrenaline with Retoños Del Río and the electrifying beats of los Últimos Del Topo Chico.
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Girls Basketball Camp for K-2nd Grade
10:30 - 11:45 a.m. — Trinity Academy — $38 — Focus on essential basketball skills with Trinity coaches in a fun environment.
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Wichita Riverfest
Recurring daily — Wichita Festivals, Inc. — Entry fee varies — Kansas’ biggest outdoor party filled with activities, contests, shows, and food awaits in downtown Wichita.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
All progress depends on the unreasonable person.
~ George Bernard Shaw
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