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Tuesday, May 6th, 2025
Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Learjet Polar Mission jet, which left Wichita last Wednesday, completed its polar circumnavigation by flying into both southern and northern polar regions and arrived at Bombardier Building 14 around 2:30 p.m. on Monday—raising funds to restore the first Lear Jet sold here. KSN
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Wichita police are investigating a shooting near downtown where four people were injured — the incident took place early Saturday morning. KAKE
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Arland Wallace returned to Wichita State after retiring as a deacon and found a new love for archaeology despite his terminal brain cancer and a stroke. He earned Adult Learner of the Year and will walk the stage at commencement in May while taking summer courses to finish his degree and pursue a master’s in anthropology (he hopes to teach a freshman archaeology class). The Sunflower
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A chemical plume of trichloroethylene from the Textron plant near Central and Webb contaminated groundwater since the 1990s and spread into nearby Forest Hills, threatening residents' health and property. Neighbors have filed a class action suit in Sedgwick County District Court alleging that Textron delayed proper cleanup—forcing costly measures to mitigate vapor intrusion into homes. The Voice
- ➤ Neighbors living near Central and Webb sued Textron in Sedgwick County District Court after finding that 200 to 300 homes are built above a plume of TCE traced to an east Wichita airplane plant. Attorneys say Textron’s slow cleanup puts residents at risk and could cost about $45 million to stop harmful vapor from entering homes — a process like radon mitigation. KMUW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today at 9:00 a.m., the Wichita City Council will vote on reallocating $73,450 from the Hyatt Regency sale to fund free swim days at McAfee Pool and provide 430 youth football scholarships for registration fees and uniforms—each scholarship requires a $25 equipment fee. Council members say the move aims to boost youth participation in District 1, though some worry about the program's long-term sustainability. KWCH
- ➤ McConnell kicked off a five-day training exercise on May 5 near the base’s southern training grounds — the public saw increased smoke, traffic and noise while visitors experienced delays at the gate due to added security measures. KWCH
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Worlds of Fun opened its summer season over the weekend with changes in its Africa area that include upgraded rides—Prowler, Zulu, and Mamba—as well as new shade structures and food and drink options. Oceans of Fun will open on May 24 and the park will run daily hours starting Memorial Day, May 26. KWCH
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Wichita State University honored longtime baseball coach Gene Stephenson (from 1978 to 2013) Saturday by renaming Eck Stadium Gene Stephenson Park. He built the program into a national force (28 NCAA tournament appearances, seven College World Series trips and a 1989 national championship). FOX Kansas
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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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Christone Kingfish Ingram Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — The Cotillion — Tickets from $54 — Catch the electrifying blues sounds of Kingfish in Wichita's famed venue.
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Wichita Asian Night Market
5-11 p.m. — Equity Bank Park — $8-12 — Experience vibrant flavors and cultural celebrations at this family-friendly night market featuring food, crafts, and live performances.
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Beginner Chair Yoga
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Club Hope Fitness — Free for cancer survivors, $10 for others — Engage in a soothing chair yoga class designed to enhance wellness and resilience.
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Wichita Riverfest
All Day — Downtown Wichita — Free entry — Kansas’ biggest outdoor party featuring activities, contests, shows, food, and cultural experiences.
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AJ Harvey with Makayla Brownlee
8 PM — Brickyard — Cost not specified — Experience soulful originals and covers with AJ Harvey and a special acoustic set by Makayla Brownlee.
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Riverfest Concert: Flo Rida, Sir Charles III, DJ Cadence
6:30-11 p.m. — Kennedy Plaza Stage — Ticket required — Experience live music from Flo Rida and more at this festive outdoor concert.
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