Good morning, Wichita.

Early voting for the 2025 primary election began yesterday—voters can now cast ballots ahead of election day.

Advance in-person voting began at the Sedgwick County Election Office while five satellite locations will open on Thursday, July 31 to let Wichita voters choose candidates for the city council seat and USD 259 board positions and to vote on a proposed 1% sales tax in Maize — Election Day is Tuesday, Aug. 5.

A construction project began on Kellogg near downtown Wichita this morning, and drivers should expect slowdowns through summer and into fall.

Traffic will be cut to two lanes in both directions between Broadway and the I-135 interchange with select ramps closed—if the weather cooperates—until November.

Candidates for City Council District 1 discussed equity in housing, safety, and fresh food access at a forum on July 15 at Wichita State University's Marcus Welcome Center — attended by over 200 residents.

They debated issues like affordable housing, public safety, and transit ahead of a primary on Aug. 5 — with the top two candidates moving on to the general election on Nov. 4.

The 2025 NBC World Series will kick off in Wichita Thursday as 16 teams compete mainly at Eck Stadium on Wichita State’s campus, with the championship scheduled at Equity Bank Park.

The tournament, a local tradition since 1935—running from July 24 to Aug. 1—will feature special events like Military Appreciation Day and themed nights such as Summer Travels and Summer Camp.

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.

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.

Disney's Newsies by Music Theatre Wichita

2-4:30 p.m. — Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center — Rated PG — Experience the uplifting tale of young newsboys seizing the day with song and dance.

Austin Meade Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — WAVE — Starting at $24.59 — Experience the soulful rock sounds of Austin Meade, blending classics with fresh new tunes.

Chair Yoga at Haysville Senior Center

10:00–10:45 a.m. — Haysville Senior Center — Free for members — Enjoy a supportive chair yoga session aimed at enhancing strength and flexibility in a community setting.