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Thursday, July 17th, 2025
Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ In the five months following the Jan. 29 midair collision involving Flight 5342 and a U.S. Army helicopter, the Wichita Foundation has distributed over $300,000 in donations from the ICT Together Fund—supporting 29 families and supplying emergency responders. KSN
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Panasonic is scaling back production at its De Soto battery plant to adjust to weaker Tesla sales and reduced EV tax credits—yet it can still collect over $800 million in taxpayer incentives because its contract does not require meeting job or wage targets. The 300-acre facility, which opened July 14, currently makes 50,000 battery cells a day and is undergoing further construction to expand capacity. The Beacon
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police arrested Andrew Presley on suspicion of second-degree murder and criminal possession of a weapon in connection with the July 6 shooting death of Kelly Black, with officers responding at about 5:51 p.m. on the 7000 block of E. Lincoln — authorities say the investigation is ongoing. KWCH
- ➤ A driver in a 2022 Kia was cited on Wednesday morning in a construction zone along Interstate 70 near Junction City for driving 100 mph in a 60 mph zone—officials said the fines of $948 include charges for speeding, illegal passing, and a docket fee. KSN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ More than 200 people went to a forum at Wichita State University’s Marcus Welcome Center on July 15 where five District 1 candidates talked about equity issues — including housing, safety and access to fresh food — and plans to improve local policies; they will face a primary on August 5 and a general election on November 4. KMUW
- ➤ On Tuesday, Wichita City Council was split over new federal guidelines when it voted to have the city manager eliminate some DEI initiatives in order to comply with federal grant rules—raising constitutional concerns about local values. FOX Kansas
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Wichita firefighters say cancer is now the leading cause of line-of-duty deaths due to toxic chemical exposure and they face a 9% higher rate of cancer diagnoses and 14% higher death rates; they now receive annual screenings in a city program + and union leaders call for updated equipment and better education to lower risks. KWCH
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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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Midwest Catholic Family Conference
August 1-3 — Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center — Check website for cost — Experience spiritual growth with opportunities for Mass, Confession, and a children's program.
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