Daily editionMonday, June 9th, 2025
Good morning, Wichita.
The Daily Wichita Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of June.
Community
The 2025 Miss Kansas was crowned in Pratt on June 6th after final preliminary rounds — the event celebrated the new titleholder and marked a milestone for local pageants.
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Weeks after an EF‑3 tornado tore through Plevna, homeowners are still coping with severe damage as the county did not reach the $300,000 threshold for state aid.
Emergency management officials said residents must now rely on donations to help rebuild nine destroyed homes — with homeowners like Jason Wingert reporting total losses.
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Culture
Ta’Lyiah Lewis, a rising junior at Wichita Northwest High School, was crowned Miss Juneteenth ICT 2025 yesterday at Wichita State University’s Duerksen Fine Arts Center—her platform focuses on youth mental health and she will compete in the Miss Kansas Teen Pageant in 2026.
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Ta'Lyiah Lewis was crowned Miss Juneteenth ICT at the annual Rooted in Black Beauty (scholarship pageant) that launched the Juneteenth festivities Sunday in Wichita.
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Health
Dr. Ali Ahmad of Ascension Via Christi’s Saint Francis Hospital in Wichita is using the advanced Da Vinci 5 robot to treat patients and train doctors from far away—improving care through real-time, precise surgery.
His team will soon build a digital library of lessons so future students can learn these new techniques.
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Accidents
Emergency crews responded Sunday morning to a house fire in the 2400 block of N. Lindberg near K-96 and Greenwich that injured two people from smoke inhalation and brought the blaze under control before 10 a.m.
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A vehicle accidentally pushed an ice machine through the front of K and S Liquor on the 1800 block of East Madison in Derby on Sunday, damaging the entrance and scattering products — Derby Fire and Rescue said the store will reopen after cleanup.
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Wichita Events
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.
Waitress
Wednesday, June 18th, 2025 · 7:00 PM — Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center — $25-$77 — Experience the delightful tale of baking dreams with humor and soul.
Wichita Open Golf Tournament
Thursday, June 19th, 2025 · 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Crestview Country Club — Admission varies — Experience a renowned golf tournament with a festive atmosphere at the iconic 17th green.
Salsa Night with Tumbao
Friday, June 20th, 2025 · 9 p.m. — Brickyard — $10 — Dance under the stars to the hottest salsa and bachata hits played live by TUMBÁO.
Summer Solstice Spirit Fair
Saturday, June 21st, 2025 · 10 a.m.-7 p.m. — The Cotillion — Kids 10 and under free with paid admission — Celebrate the longest day of the year with holistic vendors and spiritual activities.
Summer Solstice Spirit Fair
Sunday, June 22nd, 2025 · 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. — The Cotillion — Paid admission required; kids 10 and under free — Celebrate the longest day of the year with holistic vendors and spiritual advisors.