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Saturday, July 5th, 2025
Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Lisa Dalke said her child, Reagen, survived hours treading water after an incident on July 4th in Wichita — emergency crews responded promptly and authorities are investigating the cause of the accident. KWCH
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A driver in a 2003 Acura TL with a Texas plate made an unsafe lane change while merging onto Northbound I-135 at 3:10 p.m. Thursday, colliding with two vehicles and fleeing the scene — injuring a 36-year-old Wichita woman. KNSS
- ➤ On Friday, a suspect attempted to steal the beloved smoker from Station 8 BBQ at 11:45 a.m. in broad daylight but was caught when a vigilant citizen spotted the social media video and police later recovered it near 21st and Arkansas—two individuals are now being interviewed. KSN
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ KAKE meteorologist Frank Waugh and filmmaker Lester Rowe produced a short film titled 'Echoes of the Storm' that recounts the 1955 Udall tornado in which 80 people died. They gathered archival photos, interviews and documents—discovering long-forgotten details—to piece together the dramatic story. KMUW
- ➤ Tony Kamel performed his sixth Farha Backyarder Concert Series show indoors on June 23 after thunderstorms forced a change from an outdoor stage to Ted and Teri Farha’s home in Eastborough. The intimate setting—complete with dinner conversations and a suggested $20 donation—drew fewer than 20 fans and promoted his album 'We’re All Gonna Live.' KMUW
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Kansas Department of Health reported a measles exposure at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita where anyone on the fifth-floor pediatric unit of Building 4 between July 1 at 10 p.m. and July 3 at 4:45 p.m. was at risk. KDHE advised those not fully vaccinated to contact their health provider or the Sedgwick County Health Department — babies aged 6 to 11 months may get the MMR vaccine ahead of schedule. KWCH
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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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Wichita Medal Play Championship
Saturday, Jul 19th — Terradyne Country Club — Registration required — Compete in a 36-hole stroke play tournament designed for amateur golfers.
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Yelawolf 45 Tour
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Cotillion — All Ages — Experience Yelawolf's musical journey with special guest J. Michael Phillips at this live concert event.
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