Daily editionSunday, June 1st, 2025
Good morning, Wichita.
The Daily Wichita Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of June.
Community
Wichita Public Library reopened the Maya Angelou Branch Library at 3051 E. 21st Street on Saturday after months of planning and renovations, with a ribbon cutting attended by local leaders including District 1 Council Member Brandon Johnson.
The remodeled branch features updated interiors, a sunroom, a relocated study room, improved lighting and a seed library — and now stays open until 8 p.m. to serve the community.
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Today at Riverfest, concession workers fed crowds at Century II while vendors competed to secure contracts for food stands.
Hoops Concessions, which has served the festival for nearly 30 years (and runs five stands), played a key role in keeping the event running smoothly.
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Health
Local teen Wichitan Zinnia Singh took control of affordable healthcare by launching community initiatives during Asian American Pacific Islander month—her efforts are helping Wichita residents access better care—highlighting a new approach to local health challenges.
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Sports
Bishop Carroll girls soccer capped its perfect season with a 2 to 1 state championship win over St. James at Stryker Sports Complex Saturday (finishing 21 to 0 with a goal differential of 122 to 8) and became the first Wichita-area team to win a 6A or 5A title.
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Andale swept team titles on day two of the Kansas state track and field meet at Cessna Stadium—47 records were broken as area athletes put in a season of hard work.
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Wichita Events
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.
Bodybar Pilates and Acai Bowls Collaboration
Saturday, June 14th, 2025 · 10 AM – 12 PM — Hopping Gnome Brewing Company — Entry fee required — Enjoy a refreshing acai bowl and a craft beer while participating in a fun mat pilates class.
Father's Day Car Show
Sunday, June 15th, 2025 · 9 AM – 4 PM — Sedgwick County Zoo — Dads admitted free with paid admission — Cruise over to see classic, antique, and modern cars while enjoying the zoo's animal exhibits.