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Wednesday, June 25th, 2025
Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday evening, the Wichita Fire Department responded to a tree trimming accident on South Madison Street when a worker fell and a heavy branch—estimated at 150 pounds falling from 25 feet—nearly struck a medic and a firefighter; the hit firefighter is expected to return next week while the conditions of the medic and patient remain unconfirmed. KWCH
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Wichita’s first Raising Cane’s opened Tuesday at the Maple—Ridge corner as a large crowd gathered overnight to try the restaurant’s fried chicken, and at 9 a.m. a raffle awarded 20 customers free Cane’s for a year. KWCH
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Brice Berk, a former Cloud County corrections officer who served until March, was arrested on Monday at 4:35 p.m. after he turned himself in at the Republic County Sheriff’s Office and was booked on a $20,000 bond for 12 counts of sexual exploitation of a child—evidence was seized from his home following a cyber-tip. KSN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials held a public hearing Tuesday to discuss a $36 million, three-year project to address dangerous flooding on Bleckley Street in the Crown Heights neighborhood—residents expressed concern about the plan’s effect on local curb appeal. The project, set to start next week, will clear an 80-foot swathe and install a sewer drainage pipe to reduce flood levels from feet to inches. KSN
- ➤ Cheney Lake has improved to within six inches below normal, but city officials say Stage 2 water restrictions will stay in place until next March — these rules ban watering on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday and from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on other days. City leaders stress that water conservation is vital since a 12-month average pool level will guide any future changes. KWCH
- ➤ Wichita City Council will discuss adjustments to local sales and property taxes and may lower the mill levy by half a mill for the first time in over 30 years as part of the proposed 2026 operating budget. The budget will be presented on July 15 for public comment and adopted on August 26—homeowners of a $260,000 home could see their property tax drop by about $15. KNSS
- ➤ Wichita Police Department received approval from the City Council to apply for a grant from the COPS School Violence Protection Program that would let teachers contact police directly using an app during emergencies — the technology aims to reduce response times and save lives. Wichita Public Schools would be the first in Kansas to use this system if the grant is awarded. KWCH
- ➤ Sedgwick County Commissioner Pete Meitzner attended the 55th Paris Air Show and promoted Wichita’s reputation as the air capitol—highlighting the local base of over 400 companies that supply parts to major plane makers. KNSS
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Digital Wichita Summer Camp 2025
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Drury Plaza Hotel Broadview Wichita — Ticket prices vary — A day of expert insights, workshops, and networking for marketers.
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Anime Festival Wichita 2025
5 PM – 6 PM — Hyatt Regency Wichita — Cost info pending — A vibrant celebration of anime culture bringing together enthusiasts from across the region.
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Steffanie Moore Concert
6-8 p.m. — Brickyard — Free admission — Enjoy a free performance from local singer/songwriter Steffanie Moore featuring acoustic covers and originals.
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Hindley Street Country Club Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Cotillion — VIP and General Admission available — Experience the energetic global hits of The Hindley Street Country Club live in Wichita.
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Dylan Gossett Live in Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Cotillion — Tickets available — Experience the rise of a new country star with catchy tunes and heartfelt lyrics from Dylan Gossett.
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Dude Perfect Live Show
7:00 – 8:30 PM — INTRUST Bank Arena — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of comedy and entertainment with the popular YouTube group Dude Perfect.
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Wicked City Roller Derby vs. South Central Roller Girls
6-7:30 p.m. — The Cotillion — Kids 12 and under FREE with a paying Adult — Experience thrilling roller derby action featuring local teams and full concessions.
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Vendor Showcase
1-4 PM — The Fun Venue — Free entry — Explore a fantastic array of unique gifts and local vendors offering their best products and services.
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Laid Back Country Picker Concert
8-10 p.m. — WAVE — Full bar available — Experience a unique blend of 70s rock, honky-tonk, and punk with Laid Back Country Picker.
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The Basketball Tournament (TBT)
1-2:30 p.m. — Charles Koch Arena — Ticketed event — Witness the excitement of the TBT regional featuring the Aftershocks and thrilling matchups.
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