Daily editionThursday, May 29th, 2025
Good morning, Wichita.
The Daily Wichita Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of May.
Culture
The 2025 Somewhere Festival and Conference will take over downtown Wichita June 13—14 with headliners like Deadmau5, Suki Waterhouse, Flying Lotus, and BigXthaPlug set to perform.
The event will feature a new free space called Where Else House—an immersive art installation from 21 local artists and local graffiti that aims to transform the festival atmosphere.
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Education
Wichita Public Schools launched its Free Summer Meal program on Wednesday to offer free breakfast and lunch to students under 18 at 33 sites.
Registration for grab-and-go meals at Southeast High School for June 4 closes Tuesday at 3:00 p.m. and the program runs through July 25.
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Archaeology students from the University of Kansas are excavating a field near Parsons to find evidence of the home of the notorious Bloody Benders — a family that is believed to have killed about 20 travelers in the late 1800s.
They have already uncovered a large ceramic chunk and a well near the surface and are now working to reveal more artifacts from the historic site.
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University of Kansas archaeology students are digging in a field near Parsons to find evidence from the suspected home of the Bloody Benders, a 19th-century family believed to have killed about 20 travelers—so far, they have uncovered a large ceramic piece near a well and will continue searching for more artifacts.
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Health
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment said that six more people contracted measles since last week — one of whom is hospitalized.
The total has reached 64 cases across 11 counties, mostly among unvaccinated children amid an outbreak in southwest Kansas.
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Wichita Events
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.
Booch & Blooms Market
Sunday, June 8th, 2025 · 12 AM - 5 PM — Apollo Fermentations — Free entry — Explore a vibrant market featuring dried wildflowers, house plants, and handmade pottery.
Vendor Registration Workshop with the City of Wichita
Tuesday, June 10th, 2025 · 3-4 p.m. — Wichita's WSU Eugene M. Hughes Metropolitan Complex — Free entry — Learn how to become a vendor and understand the City's bidding process and certification.
Braxton Keith Concert
Thursday, June 12th, 2025 · 7:00-9:30 p.m. — The Cotillion — Limited admission — Experience Braxton Keith's dynamic honky tonk sound with special guest Krislyn Arthurs.
Somewhere Fest 2025
Friday, June 13th, 2025 · June 13-14 — Somewhere Works — All ages — Experience a vibrant lineup of artists and a unique festival atmosphere in Wichita.