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Friday, July 11th, 2025
Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Architect Erik Loya, who grew up in Wichita’s North End, designed the new Empower Camarena Adelante Center near 21st and Park to light up his old neighborhood—he drew on his Mexican heritage with desert steel landscaping and breezeway block features and will lead Phase II projects for the Nomar Theatre and former Kroger building. KMUW
- ➤ Volunteers in Riverside Park plan to restore the old pagoda by turning it into a classroom for the wildlife exhibit and a space to rent for family events. The project will cost about $200,000, has raised two-thirds of the funds, and will start construction later this summer—helping save the building from further decay. KMUW
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ In the first half of 2025, Wichita saw 25 new restaurants open across the city, from food trucks to rebranded cafes—offering meals ranging from quick Mexican bites to upscale Mediterranean fare—and giving residents more dining choices. Wichita By E.B.
- ➤ KVH Chophouse, a new upscale steakhouse built over the last two years in northwest Wichita, will open on Monday, July 14 with a menu of prime steaks, seafood, and creative cocktails. The restaurant offers a large dining area with private rooms & plans to expand its patio while hosting live music events. Wichita By E.B.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Sedgwick County District Attorney’s Office charged Detective Shawn McMahon with two felony counts of Making a False Writing and one count of Interference with Law Enforcement — he is on paid administrative leave as the Wichita Police Department and ALERT team continue investigating his case work from 2019 to 2024. KWCH
- ➤ A 24-year-old man suspected of causing a fatal collision that killed a Wichita man, his teenage son and his nephew was arrested in Indiana on July 9 after a warrant was issued by Butler County—investigators said the crash on June 11 on Highway 400 may have involved alcohol. KSN
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A new CNBC report ranks Kansas 33rd for business in 2025, a drop of four spots from last year. The report rated all 50 states on ten categories + economy, workforce, infrastructure and cost of living, noting Kansas ranked near the bottom in the economy category but was second for cost of living. KSN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wichita launched a free city ID program to help residents aged 14 or older access services and prove their Wichita residence— the ID shows basic details such as name, photo, and birth date but does not work for voting, and it is available at City Hall on weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. KSN
- ➤ Wichita residents with outstanding traffic, environmental, or notice-to-appear warrants can clear them without arrest at the Second Chance Thursday event scheduled for July 17 at Hyde Park—where the Kansas DMV and City Court will assist with new court dates and payment plans—as announced by the Wichita Police Department. KSN
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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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National Baseball Congress World Series
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM — Eck Stadium - Tyler Field — $30 — Experience 33 hours of nonstop baseball action with 11 games and thrilling moments.
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2025 Summer Curvy Yoga Series
1-2 p.m. — Yoga Central — Registration required — Explore adaptive yoga for every body in a welcoming environment.
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Soccer Summer Camp in Wichita
8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. — Stryker Sports Complex — Cost varies — Experience top-level soccer training with Real Madrid Foundation coaches for ages 6 to 17.
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