Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 25th of May.
Good morning, Wichita.
A 44 year old Attica man died Friday afternoon when his car, driven by Eugene Stumblingbear, was in the wrong lane and collided head-on with a semi-truck on K-42 near Viola—Donald Piotrowski, the truck driver, sustained only minor injuries as the Kansas Highway Patrol investigates the crash.
On May 24th, a crash at the intersection of K-254 and North Webb Road left one person seriously injured when a 2016 Hyundai Elantra turned in front of a 2015 Lexus RX—its driver was taken to Wesley Medical Center—while the Lexus driver was unharmed.
A rollover crash at the intersection of 21st and Woodlawn shortly after 5:30 p.m. Saturday injured two people, one in critical condition + crews asked drivers to avoid the area while working the scene.
Four people were killed in a two-vehicle crash on K-4 Highway near Carlton Saturday afternoon — troopers confirmed one person was flown to Wesley Medical Center in Wichita and others were taken to a regional hospital — as the Kansas Highway Patrol continues to investigate the incident.
A statewide Silver Alert was issued for Ina Duke, a 67-year-old Wichita woman with memory impairment who was last seen as a passenger in her black 2013 Hyundai Sonata with disability tag 86534, heading east on Highway 254 at 6:55 p.m. on May 24—police ask anyone with information to call 911.
Drivers along Ridge Road in northwest Sedgwick County will face a new traffic pattern starting Tuesday as road crews begin a shoulder and ditch improvement project.
Northbound traffic will continue on Ridge Road from 53rd Street to 61st Street while southbound drivers will be rerouted west on 61st to Tyler Road—officials say the detour is expected to remain in place through the end of June, weather permitting.
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.
Wichita Riverfest
All Day — Downtown Wichita — Free entry — Kansas’ biggest outdoor party featuring activities, contests, shows, food, and cultural experiences.
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.
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.
Summer Computer Science Camp
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
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
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
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.
Booch & Blooms Market
12 AM - 5 PM — Apollo Fermentations — Free entry — Explore a vibrant market featuring dried wildflowers, house plants, and handmade pottery.
Vendor Registration Workshop with Wichita City
3-4 p.m. — Wichita's WSU Eugene M. Hughes Metropolitan Complex — Free entry — Learn how to become a vendor with the City and navigate the bidding process.
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