Good morning, Wichita.

A local church is helping a nearby chicken farm recover after storm damage & coordinating supplies and volunteer efforts to rebuild operations.

The initiative supports the farm in its return to normal work.

On Monday, Wichita Public Library celebrated 150 years of service with a public event hosted by the Rotary Club, where Director Jaime Nix & Kourtney Carson explained how its free programs have evolved to boost literacy.

The library, established in 1876, continues to adapt its offerings to meet changing needs.

Hilary Becker - a longtime team member since 2021 - is now chief operating officer at The Beacon after leading successful product launches and growing newsletter engagement.

She will guide the nonprofit's growth and civic engagement initiatives in the coming months.

About 60 Kansas first responders from Johnson, Sherman and Reno counties have been deployed to Colorado to help suppress large wildfires, with deployments lasting about two weeks — this mutual aid brings valuable firefighting experience back home.

Wildcat Construction has started restoring the historic Minisa Bridge in north Wichita; repairs on Art Deco features and graffiti removal along 13th Street include detours via McLean Boulevard, 21st Street North, and Waco Avenue, with pedestrian access reopening before school and vehicle traffic resuming in September (project through 2026).

A federal judge certified a class action for over 1,700 northeast Wichita homeowners near 29th Street North & Grove Street on June 30, allowing them to pursue claims against Union Pacific for contaminating groundwater with TCE.

The grouped case will proceed without a trial date.

Wichita libraries are asking for an extra $1.4 million in next year’s city budget to avoid cutting operating hours — without the funds, branches will reduce hours by up to 25%, leaving evenings and weekends at risk.

The City Council will discuss the proposal later this month.

The American Red Cross declared an emergency blood shortage this summer after donations fell about 25% in June — leaving hospitals short amid rising needs for surgeries and trauma care.

Donors are urged to visit its website to help maintain supplies.

Wichita State University spoke on the NCAA tournament's return to Wichita, saying the event is expected to boost local sports and business as officials work on further plans + community members look forward to more details.

Air Capital Bacon Bourbon and Brews Festival

3-6 p.m. — Park City Arena — $40-$68 — Indulge in over 18,000 bacon samples and exceptional brews at this flavorful annual festival.

Lego Brick by Brick Camp

1-3 p.m. — The Art Park — Pricing details not specified — Explore exciting Lego themes like Formula 1 and dinosaurs in a hands-on camp experience.

Wichita Wind Surge vs. Midland Rockhounds

7:05-8:05 p.m. — Equity Bank Park — Ticket prices vary — Watch an exciting Double-A baseball game against the Midland Rockhounds with special activities throughout the evening.

Candlelight: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac

8:45–9:45 p.m. — Kansas Aviation Museum — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soothing magic of Fleetwood Mac's music in a candlelit setting.

Big Boogie Concert

7-10 p.m. — The Cotillion — $53.33 to $100.43 — Enjoy an all-ages concert featuring Big Boogie and surprise support acts in a vibrant venue.

Outdoor Vintage Market at Paramount Marketplace Antiques

9 AM – 3 PM — Paramount Marketplace Antiques, Vintage & New — Free admission — Discover a variety of vintage treasures and handmade goods at this lively outdoor market.

Whiskey Myers Live Concert

7:00 – 8:45 PM — WAVE — $34.85 — Catch the genre-bending band Whiskey Myers as they deliver their energetic live performance.

Beginner Chair Yoga Class at Club Hope

10:30-11:30 a.m. — Club Hope Fitness — $10 drop-in; free for survivors — Experience a gentle yoga class that enhances physical and emotional well-being while promoting resilience.

Do Or Die Concert

8-11 p.m. — WAVE — $38.63 — Experience hits like 'Do U' and 'Hotel Room' with Humble Greatness & Twansac.

Truck Fest

10 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. — Kansas International Dragway — $15/day for adults — The track is dedicated to trucks with contests and prizes galore.