Good morning, Wichita.

Wichita justice advocate Mary Dean is organizing a National Women’s Equity March on Sept.27 in Washington, D.C.—to demand long-overdue justice for Black women and attention on inequities in health care, housing, and education—and is arranging group travel from Wichita to ensure local voices join the cause.

The restored C-47 plane — 'That's All...Brother' — that helped launch the D-Day invasion flew into Wichita last week as part of its national tour and stayed at the Kansas Aviation Museum while drawing local families to learn about its historic role.

The Kansas wheat harvest is 93% complete as rain slowed work in some areas—many counties report strong yields while others face quality issues and abandoned fields, with some expecting to finish harvesting by mid-week.

Today, Panasonic opened the largest electric vehicle battery plant in the United States at De Soto’s Astra Enterprise Park and has hired about 1,000 workers.

The $4 billion project is expected to generate $2.5 billion in annual economic activity — including up to 4,000 supplier jobs and 16,500 construction jobs — and will produce around 66 lithium-ion batteries per second.

Federal education money was frozen on July 1, so Wichita school leaders used reserves to cover salaries while non-essential spending is on hold—Garden City educators warn the loss may soon harm essential student services.

Today, Wichita City Council will consider placing the 96-year-old Crown Uptown Theatre on the historical registry—its owner had once threatened demolition when a request to increase capacity was declined.

The council will also set a public hearing for the proposed 2026 budget and review plans to adjust DEI language and provide special financing for a former mall redevelopment.

City officials said water restrictions remain in effect today & urged residents to limit water use until further notice.

Wichita City Council preview outlines plans for an upcoming meeting where council members will review key issues such as budgets and public services.

The preview details the agenda—helping residents know what to expect from future council actions.

Vice Mayor J. V. Johnston favors lifting Wichita's watering restrictions because Cheney Reservoir is only half-a-foot below normal, although drought rules will remain for several months.

At today's City Council meeting, officials will review next year's proposed budget with a half mill property tax rate reduction and vote on adding the Crown Uptown Dinner Theater to the Historic Registry—an effort to protect a historic property.

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.

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.

Wichita Medal Play Championship

Saturday-Sunday — Terradyne Country Club — Registration required — Compete in a 36-hole flighted stroke play tournament.

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.

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.

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.

2025 Summer Curvy Yoga Series

1-2 p.m. — Yoga Central — Registration required — Explore adaptive yoga for every body in a welcoming environment.

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.

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.

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.