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Thursday, May 29th, 2025
Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Michael A. Gonzalez, 23, was arraigned in Sedgwick County on Wednesday after being charged with burglary, criminal desecration, theft and property damage at Wichita St. Patrick Catholic Church on N. Arkansas, and he pleaded not guilty while his case will continue on July 25 as he remains in jail on a $500,000 bond with the church estimating losses over $40,000. KSN
- ➤ 23-year-old Michael Gonzalez was arraigned on felony charges (burglary and criminal desecration) and misdemeanor charges (theft and criminal damage to property) after vandalizing a Wichita Catholic church in March; he remains in custody on a bond set slightly above $500,000 with a pretrial conference scheduled for July 25. KWCH
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ 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. KWCH
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ 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. KWCH
- ➤ 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. KWCH
- ➤ 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. KWCH
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ 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. KSN
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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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Braxton Keith Concert
7:00-9:30 p.m. — The Cotillion — Limited admission — Experience Braxton Keith's dynamic honky tonk sound with special guest Krislyn Arthurs.
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Somewhere Fest 2025
June 13-14 — Somewhere Works — All ages — Experience a vibrant lineup of artists and a unique festival atmosphere in Wichita.
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