Daily editionWednesday, July 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Wichita.
The Daily Wichita Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of July.
Community
Teen volunteers from Arizona and south central Kansas are in Wichita during Hope Wichita’s Week of Hope, a community outreach offering projects like landscaping a local resident's yard.
The week-long event ends Saturday with free school supplies for kids and groceries for families.
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Business
Cheesecake Factory is installing signage as it prepares to open on Sept. 29 in Wichita.
The restaurant will offer a new dining option for locals.
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A local HVAC company urges homeowners to perform preventive maintenance on their air conditioners during record heat today.
Brad Freeman, president of Roth Heating and Air, recommends cleaning filters and outdoor units to avoid costly repairs — service calls are spiking.
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Education
Families in Wichita and across Kansas are using the free Sunflower Summer program to cover admission costs for eligible students plus one adult at over 230 attractions including museums and performances.
The program has been active for nearly two weeks and ends on Aug. 2.
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Wichita Public Schools Board of Education voted Monday night to adopt a bell-to-bell ban on cell phones and tablets as required by state law, so students must leave devices in designated areas during school.
The board also barred teachers from assigning social media projects.
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Tour Tuesday at Adams Elementary highlighted the school’s lack of space as teachers shared classrooms and a gym that doubled as a cafeteria — part of Wichita Public Schools’ campaign to showcase needed improvements ahead of the Nov. 3 ballot.
Additional tours are scheduled for July 28 and Aug. 4.
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Government
Wichita Police and the DMV hosted Second Chance Thursday last week at Carl Brewer Community Center, helping 126 residents clear traffic tickets — 48 warrants were dismissed and 20 licenses reinstated.
Officials plan another event on a future Tuesday.
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City council approved adopting August 1 as HBCU Appreciation Day to honor historically black colleges and universities in Wichita.
Additional event details will be shared soon.
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Real Estate
Today marks the 75th anniversary of Oaklawn, a Wichita housing development built in 1951 for defense workers during the Korean War (featuring 1,100 homes on a 260-acre tract and 190 rental units in nearby Sunview Heights).
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Sports
Three Kansas high school wrestlers made history over the weekend in Fargo, North Dakota by winning national titles in the Girls 16 and Under division.
Maize’s Grace Joyce, Shawnee Mission South’s Siobahn Flanner, and Mulvane’s Kaylee Thompson led the team — Kansas placed third overall among 25 competitors.
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AfterShocks, the defending TBT champion, beat The Enchantment 98-77 in Game 1 on Monday night at Charles Koch Arena — they raised their title banner pre-tipoff and will face The Enchantment again Thursday, July 23 at 8 p.m. CT to clinch the series.
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Accidents
A Wichita family lost power for 13 days after an electrical fire damaged their home — local crews worked to restore electricity and assess damage.
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Wichita Events
Candlelight: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
Thursday, July 23rd, 2026 · 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
Friday, July 24th, 2026 · 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.
Bop To The Top Tour
Saturday, July 25th, 2026 · 9 p.m. — The Cotillion — $29.78 — Celebrate 20 years of Hannah Montana and High School Musical with a high-energy dance party featuring sing-alongs and audience participation.
Whiskey Myers Live Concert
Sunday, July 26th, 2026 · 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
Wednesday, July 29th, 2026 · 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
Friday, July 31st, 2026 · 8-11 p.m. — WAVE — $38.63 — Experience hits like 'Do U' and 'Hotel Room' with Humble Greatness & Twansac.
Truck Fest
Saturday, August 1st, 2026 · 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.
Ded - Band Concert
Monday, August 3rd, 2026 · 7 p.m. — WAVE — Ticket info available — Experience an electrifying performance by Ded at the popular Wave venue in Wichita.
An Evening With Band of Horses
Tuesday, August 4th, 2026 · 8-9:30 p.m. — The Cotillion — $44.94 to $132.08 — Celebrate the 20th anniversary of 'Everything All The Time' with a performance by Band of Horses.
Air Capital Combat
Friday, August 7th, 2026 · 6-10 p.m. — The Cotillion — $50.83 to $121.48 — Experience an electrifying night with 12+ fights featuring both professional and amateur MMA and kickboxing bouts.