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Daily editionSaturday, June 20th, 2026

Good morning, Wichita.

The Daily Wichita Team

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Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 20th of June.

Community

  1. Wichita Animal Shelter and Kansas Humane Society are asking for community help as shelters near capacity with 30 new animals arriving daily.

    Locals may adopt or foster pets with a special offering $100 fees for adult dogs and $50 for adult cats through June 21—helping clear shelter space.

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  2. Kansas Humane Society will host an emergency adoption event to help find new homes for pets in need.

    Details on the event’s location and schedule will be released soon.

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  3. Lindsborg continues cleaning up debris from storms that hit nearly two weeks ago as residents work with city crews to clear branches from streets.

    The community remains prepared for upcoming weather while neighbors help each other.

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Sports

  1. Wichita native Sam Stevens is tied for second at -3 after 36 holes at the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club.

    He will tee off today at 2:34 p.m. CST for his 'moving day' round, following back-to-back birdies on holes 11 and 12.

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  2. Fans are gathering at Naftzger Park today for a World Cup watch party where community members will watch live matches and cheer on their teams.

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  3. Wichita fans gathered at Naftzger Park as Team USA secured a 2-0 win in an exciting match last night.

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Wichita Events

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  1. The Wallflowers 30th Anniversary Tour

    Sunday, June 21st, 2026 · 8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Cotillion — General Admission PIT and Reserved Seating available — Celebrate 30 years of Bringing Down the Horse with a live performance of the iconic album in sequence.

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  2. Sporting KC Summer Soccer Camp

    Monday, June 22nd, 2026 · 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.

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  3. Wyatt Flores w/Special Guest Shelby Stone

    Tuesday, June 23rd, 2026 · 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.

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  4. Beginner Chair Yoga at Club Hope

    Wednesday, June 24th, 2026 · 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.

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  5. Emily Hollingshed Live in Concert

    Thursday, June 25th, 2026 · 8-11 p.m. — WAVE — Tickets from $45 — Experience an unforgettable performance by Emily Hollingshed in Wichita.

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  6. Council Hill - 2000s Dad Rock Night

    Friday, June 26th, 2026 · 7-11 p.m. — The Cotillion — $29.28 — Rock out to your favorite 2000s hits performed live by Council Hill.

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  7. Super Saturday - Wichita, Kansas

    Saturday, June 27th, 2026 · 11 AM - 2 PM — Courtyard by Marriott Wichita at Old Town — Free entry — Discover how to turn your passion for travel into income and learn about entrepreneurship in the travel industry.

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  8. Beginner Chair Yoga Class

    Wednesday, July 1st, 2026 · 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.

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  9. Rodney Branigan Live Performance

    Friday, July 3rd, 2026 · 5:30-11:30 p.m. — Public at the Brickyard — Tickets available — Enjoy fantastic food and drinks while experiencing the innovative musical talents of Texas-born, London-based multi-instrumentalist Rodney Branigan.

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  10. Clay Camp: Christmas in July

    Monday, July 6th, 2026 · All day — The Art Park — Pricing not specified — Create festive clay ornaments and a cheerful diorama for the holiday season.

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