Daily editionFriday, July 4th, 2025
Good morning, Wichita.
The Daily Wichita Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of July.
Community
A new garden in Sedgwick is now supplying fresh fruits and vegetables to a local pantry—helping residents get healthier food options.
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Economy
Kansas wheat farmers are steadily harvesting amid challenges from disease, drought, and wet fields while yields and test weights vary across counties.
Reports from Rooks, Kingman, and Hamilton counties show average protein levels and virus issues that may affect some crops.
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Education
Wichita Public Schools will begin online enrollment for grades 1-12 on Monday, July 7 while kindergarten families must enroll in person on Monday and Tuesday, July 28-29; all students will start classes on Aug. 14 with new middle and high school students having a half-day orientation on Aug. 13.
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Wichita State announced that the Liberal Arts and Sciences advising center will move to room 207 on the second floor of Lindquist Hall and will be closed from July 7 to July 11 for the relocation, replacing its old space at Grace Wilkie Hall which is slated for demolition.
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Jeffery Jarman, director of the Elliott School of Communication, is leaving Wichita State after 29 years to work full-time as a litigation consultant—he will officially retire on Aug. 20 while Lisa Parcell takes over the role next week.
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Government
Wichita residents can now legally shoot aerial fireworks from 10:00 a.m.-midnight on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday as the new law also allows sales within city limits; residents are advised to call 316-290-1011 for non-emergency complaints.
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Kansas’s revised Move Over law took effect on July 1 and now requires drivers to move to a lane away from any vehicle with hazard lights, flares, or cones—violators face a $75 fine.
Kate Craft from the Kansas Department of Transportation said the law adds extra protection for emergency workers and stranded motorists.
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The United States Honor Flag made a brief stop at Love’s Travel Center on East 21st Street North in Wichita Thursday morning as it headed to Phillipsburg to honor fallen deputy Brandon Gaede—he died in the line of duty.
It will stay by his side during visitation and Saturday's funeral before moving on to California to honor a fallen highway patrol officer.
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Health
Kansas reported three new measles cases this week — raising the total to 83 cases across 11 counties with three hospitalizations.
Most cases are linked and nearly all are in Gray County while the new cases were reported in Gray and Haskell counties.
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Accidents
A crash at K-42 and Tyler on Thursday afternoon left a gray car’s driver seriously hurt after it ran a red light and hit a van carrying seven kids and three adults, rolling the van and causing only minor injuries to the passengers.
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Wichita Events
Hindley Street Country Club Concert
Tuesday, July 8th, 2025 · 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.
Dylan Gossett Live in Concert
Wednesday, July 9th, 2025 · 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.
Dude Perfect Live Show
Friday, July 11th, 2025 · 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.
Wicked City Roller Derby vs. South Central Roller Girls
Saturday, July 12th, 2025 · 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.
Vendor Showcase
Sunday, July 13th, 2025 · 1-4 PM — The Fun Venue — Free entry — Explore a fantastic array of unique gifts and local vendors offering their best products and services.
Laid Back Country Picker Concert
Thursday, July 17th, 2025 · 8-10 p.m. — WAVE — Full bar available — Experience a unique blend of 70s rock, honky-tonk, and punk with Laid Back Country Picker.
The Basketball Tournament (TBT)
Friday, July 18th, 2025 · 1-2:30 p.m. — Charles Koch Arena — Ticketed event — Witness the excitement of the TBT regional featuring the Aftershocks and thrilling matchups.
2nd Annual Couples Two-Day Golf Tournament
Saturday, July 19th, 2025 · 9 a.m. — Auburn Hills Golf Course — $150 Per Person; $300 Per Team — Showcase your golfing skills, enjoy a delightful dinner, and dance the night away with live music.
Chair Yoga Session at Haysville Senior Center
Monday, July 21st, 2025 · 10:00 – 10:45 AM — Haysville Senior Center — Free for members — Experience gentle movements with a focus on flexibility, balance, and community.
Dirty Red & The Soul Shakers Live
Friday, July 25th, 2025 · 7-11 p.m. — Walker's Jazz Lounge — $5 off your first drink with proof of membership — Experience fiery blues and high-energy soul performances from this powerhouse band.