Daily editionWednesday, May 21st, 2025
Good morning, Wichita.
The Daily Wichita Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of May.
Business
Raising Cane’s will open its first Wichita location on Tuesday, June 24th at 350 S. Ridge Road — the restaurant is set to hire 125 workers.
Applicants can visit the hiring center at the SpringHill Suites Wichita Airport hotel from May 26th through June 15th from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Government
Sedgwick County Commission is preparing next year's budget after reviewing spending proposals from all 46 county departments.
Commission chair Ryan Baty said the county faces pressure to keep services high while controlling taxes—county government accounts for 20% of local property tax and holds the lowest mill levy in 27 years.
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Health
Wichita’s Hunter Health Clinic said some patient information was potentially compromised in a data breach that occurred between Sept. 27 and Sept. 30, 2024.
The clinic contained the breach, worked with cybersecurity experts, notified affected patients on May 15, and offered free credit monitoring for those whose Social Security numbers were involved—actions taken to protect privacy.
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Health officials are investigating a salmonella outbreak tied to tainted cucumbers from Florida-based Bedner Growers that have sickened 26 people in 15 states including Kansas, with nine hospitalizations and no deaths.
Retailers received the produce sold to restaurants and food service distributors between April 29 and May 19—consumers are urged to throw away any cucumbers they may have purchased.
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Wichita Events
Christone Kingfish Ingram Concert
Thursday, May 22nd, 2025 · 7-8:30 p.m. — The Cotillion — Tickets from $54 — Catch the electrifying blues sounds of Kingfish in Wichita's famed venue.
Wichita Asian Night Market
Saturday, May 24th, 2025 · 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.
Beginner Chair Yoga
Wednesday, May 28th, 2025 · 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.
Wichita Riverfest
Thursday, May 29th, 2025 · All Day — Downtown Wichita — Free entry — Kansas’ biggest outdoor party featuring activities, contests, shows, food, and cultural experiences.
AJ Harvey with Makayla Brownlee
Friday, May 30th, 2025 · 8 PM — Brickyard — Cost not specified — Experience soulful originals and covers with AJ Harvey and a special acoustic set by Makayla Brownlee.
Riverfest Concert: Flo Rida, Sir Charles III, DJ Cadence
Saturday, May 31st, 2025 · 6:30-11 p.m. — Kennedy Plaza Stage — Ticket required — Experience live music from Flo Rida and more at this festive outdoor concert.
Summer Computer Science Camp
Monday, June 2nd, 2025 · 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. — WSU Tech South — Check website for cost — Learn the basics of coding with hands-on activities designed for grades K-12.
Goodwill Industries Cajun Food Fest
Thursday, June 5th, 2025 · 5-8:30 p.m. — Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center — $15 admission — Enjoy a delicious array of traditional Louisiana favorites at this annual Cajun celebration.
Flatland Cavalry Concert
Friday, June 6th, 2025 · 7-9:30 p.m. — WAVE — $75-$211 — Catch the Americana sounds of Flatland Cavalry live at Wave in Wichita.
RMHC Wichita Annual Gala Masquerade Ball
Saturday, June 7th, 2025 · 6:30-11 p.m. — INTRUST Bank Arena — $150 — Experience an enchanting evening of elegance with live music, auctions, and the chance to support families in need.