Good morning, Wichita.

Yesterday, Mid Kansas Auto Auction hosted its annual charity auction to support Wichita’s Littlest Heroes (a nonprofit helping medically fragile children with financial aid, art therapy and events).

The event aims for $35,000 this year after raising over $30,000 last year and supporting more than 800 families.

More than 2,000 Sedgwick County households experienced homelessness last year, a 147% jump from 2020 according to the report from United Way + the Coalition to End Homelessness Wichita/Sedgwick County.

United Way announced a $1 million matching grant and will launch a new family housing program next month.

The 107th Kansas Honor Flight returned home after a trip to Washington, D.C. — 93 Vietnam War veterans were welcomed at the Nguyen Golden Hotel in Wichita.

The Kansas Board of Regents approved tuition hikes for five state universities so that full-time residents will pay an average of $9,700 per year starting this fall, with increases by 3.5% at Pittsburg State and 6% at Fort Hays State (a 26.6% rise over the past 10 years).

Sedgwick County Commission has paused new applications for large-scale solar projects until Dec.

11 while leaving two submitted proposals active. Officials said the pause is needed to review every detail — they do not want to rush the process.

Wichita's annual Water Quality Report released Wednesday confirmed the water is safe and used about 1 billion gallons less than last year.

City staff said the next step is testing a new treatment plant (in pilot phase) to maintain consistent quality.

Bob Dole VA honored an Army veteran through its Final Mile program on Jun.

17 at a local ceremony in Wichita — the event recognized the veteran's service and the organization’s commitment to supporting those who served.

The City of Goddard is considering new duplex rules — including a 40 percent cap, park requirements, and design changes — while builders warn these measures could boost costs and reduce affordable housing options in the metro area.

Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach pushed back against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton over a dispute involving Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby's eligibility, with Big 12 teams opposing the ruling & Sorsby planning to enter the NFL supplemental draft instead of returning to college football.

A heart survivor—Ella Morrissey—visited Wesley Children's Hospital on Tuesday with Make-A-Wish to deliver Build-A-Bear stuffed animals and her book Ella's New Beat to cheer up pediatric patients.

Kansas Concert

5:30-9:00 p.m. — Park City Arena — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a live performance by Brother Cane, the rock band from Alabama.

30K Payday Bingo Event

9 AM – 2 PM — Bingo Casino South — Ticket required — Experience one of the biggest bingo events of the summer with over $30,000 in cash prizes and an exciting game atmosphere.

Father's Day Brunch Celebration

9 a.m. — Chicken N Pickle — Adults $36, Kids $6, Free for under 5 — Celebrate Dad with a delicious brunch buffet and fun family activities.

Sporting KC Summer Soccer Camp

5-8 p.m. — Stryker Sports Complex — $130 for 5-7 years old, $225 for 8-14 years old — Develop your soccer skills with fun activities led by professional coaches at this youth summer camp.

Wyatt Flores w/Special Guest Shelby Stone

7-9:30 p.m. — The Cotillion — $46.48 to $50.83 — Enjoy an evening with Wyatt Flores and special guest Shelby Stone while supporting music health initiatives.

Beginner Chair Yoga at Club Hope

10:30–11:30 a.m. — Club Hope Fitness — Free for cancer survivors, $10 drop-in — Gentle yoga class focusing on strength, balance, and inner wellness.

Emily Hollingshed Live in Concert

8-11 p.m. — WAVE — Tickets from $45 — Experience an unforgettable performance by Emily Hollingshed in Wichita.

Sawyer Brown and Lonestar Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Capitol Federal Amphitheater — Ticket Prices Vary — Enjoy an evening of high-energy country music with two iconic bands.

Outdoor Vintage Market

9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Paramount Marketplace Antiques — Free admission — Discover treasures from antiques to handmade goods at this vibrant outdoor market.

Beginner Chair Yoga Class

10:30-11:30 a.m. — Club Hope Fitness — Free for cancer survivors and $10 for others — Engage in gentle chair yoga to enhance mobility and foster resilience.