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Wichita
Sunday, July 13th, 2025
Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ KMUW News is a team of on-air and digital reporters covering Wichita who have been named Station of the Year by the Kansas Association of Broadcasters for six years running—winning additional honors from national and regional groups. KMUW
- ➤ The Community Voice is marking 30 years of service with a year-long celebration of Black journalism and community stories—its first issue was published on April 5th, 1995. The publication will honor its legacy with special events and reflective coverage throughout the year. The Voice
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Union Pacific will host a community open house so residents can learn more about the company’s upcoming projects and speak with officials. Wichita locals should watch for further details regarding the time and location—more information is expected soon. KWCH
- ➤ Travel Air celebrated its 100th anniversary on July 12th at Jabara Airport—marking a major milestone for the aviation company in Wichita. Company officials said the celebration honored a century of growth and its ongoing impact on local business. KWCH
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 41-year-old man died in an apparent hit-and-run early Friday morning on the eastbound on-ramp to Kellogg Drive from Tyler Road; he was found with severe head injuries (police arrived around 12:46 a.m.) and no suspect vehicle has been identified (investigation continues). KWCH
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Union Pacific hosted an open house on July 12th to talk about groundwater contamination near 29th and Grove—officials explained test results and planned steps to monitor the area. KWCH
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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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Creed Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — INTRUST Bank Arena — Tickets from $60 — Experience an electrifying performance from the iconic rock band Creed in Wichita.
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National Baseball Congress World Series
12:00 – 1:30 PM — Eck Stadium - Tyler Field — Free entry — Witness top amateur baseball teams compete in the thrilling NBC World Series.
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