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Tuesday, May 27th, 2025
Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Wichitans braved strong winds and rain yesterday to honor the service members who lost their lives, and city leaders, veterans — and families gathered to pay their respects on Memorial Day. KAKE
- ➤ Yesterday in Resthaven, community members gathered to honor veterans who sacrificed everything for the nation. Local officials and family members offered tributes to remember the service and bravery of these heroes. KWCH
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Early Sunday morning, Wichita Police responded to a shooting in the 700 block of S Laura where 20-year-old pregnant Naomi Oglesby was fatally shot and doctors delivered her baby successfully while the 19-year-old suspect Matthew Criscenzo is in custody facing first-degree murder and additional charges. KWCH
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Wichita’s 2025 Riverfest will run from May 30 to June 7 and promises a week of volunteer work, parades, live music, and fireworks with events beginning Friday at 11:30 a.m. Local organizers and community partners will host activities (such as a 50/50 raffle drawing and family races) to celebrate the city’s vibrant culture (check official guides for times and locations). Wichita By E.B.
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ After rain fell yesterday, Cheney Lake water levels improved only slightly, local officials said—warning that the lake remains below normal for this time of year. They expect more rain will be needed to raise the levels further. KWCH
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Ascension Via Christi leaders said women are at higher risk for stroke than men and 55,000 more women die from stroke each year. The CDC reports one in five women aged 55 to 75 may have a stroke and experts note that high blood pressure from pregnancy and hormonal factors can increase that risk. KSN
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Wichitans are taking part in the Murph Challenge, a high-intensity workout that honors Navy SEAL Lieutenant Michael P. Murphy who died in Afghanistan in 2005 — the event tests endurance and mental strength like military training. KSN
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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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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.
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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.
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Flatland Cavalry Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — WAVE — $75-$211 — Catch the Americana sounds of Flatland Cavalry live at Wave in Wichita.
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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.
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Booch & Blooms Market
12 AM - 5 PM — Apollo Fermentations — Free entry — Explore a vibrant market featuring dried wildflowers, house plants, and handmade pottery.
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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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