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Wichita
Sunday, July 6th, 2025
Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 6th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A motorcycle crash in east Wichita left one person dead and police are investigating the incident. KSN
- ➤ One person died in a motorcycle crash at the intersection of Oxford and Rock Rd (Sedgwick County Dispatch confirmed the call shortly after 1 p.m. Saturday) as emergency crews responded (further details are pending). KWCH
- ➤ The Ellsworth County sheriff’s office said that a strong current swept a boat away at Kimble Point on Kanopolis Lake when three swimmers without life jackets were caught in the incident, and boaters rescued Reagen Dalke—she was airlifted to Wichita in serious condition—as her father and best friend remain missing while search efforts shift to recovery using drones. KNSS
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 2-year-old boy died from severe injuries he suffered earlier this week and his stepfather was booked into Sedgwick County Jail—he now faces a first-degree murder charge. KSN
- ➤ Wichita police responded early Friday to a call of an assault near 29th and Broadway in the 3000 block of North Fairview and arrested a suspect on first-degree murder charges after finding Cesar Gonzalez, 43, unresponsive in a parking lot where he died just before 2 a.m.—the suspect was treated for injuries and released from a nearby hospital. KNSS
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Kansas Department of Health and Environment issued an alert after a confirmed measles case was reported at Wichita’s Wesley Medical Center. The alert applies to anyone who spent time on the Fifth-Floor Pediatric Unit in Building 4 between 10 p.m. July 1 and 4:45 p.m. July 3—affected visitors are advised to take steps to prevent further spread—as directed by KDHE. KNSS
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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-Sunday — Terradyne Country Club — Registration required — Compete in a 36-hole flighted stroke play tournament.
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Chair Yoga Session at Haysville Senior Center
10:00 – 10:45 AM — Haysville Senior Center — Free for members — Experience gentle movements with a focus on flexibility, balance, and community.
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Dirty Red & The Soul Shakers Live
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.
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