Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of July.
Good morning, Wichita.
Evergy hosted an event that connected local seniors with community agencies to help them access utility services and other benefits—organizers said the initiative was designed to offer vital information and support.
A Wichita man, Larry Ingram, who was convicted of fatally shooting his stepdaughter—who later became his wife—and of committing 17 sex crimes received a sentence on Monday of life in prison plus 1,027 months for over 160 years; his attorney filed an appeal on Tuesday.
Maize High announced it will launch a girls flag football program for fall sports.
Practices will begin in August and games will start in September—further details have not been provided.
At a Wichita community meeting, Union Pacific said indoor air tests at 29th and Grove show TCE levels are safe and that residents can still sign up for testing if needed—permit approval is awaited for four new groundwater treatment systems that will clean the water over the next 10 years.
The City of Wichita is reviewing a new plan that will let even-numbered addresses water on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays while odd-numbered addresses water on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, with no watering on Sundays or between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.—the City Council will vote on the plan on August 19th.
The Wichita State alumni team — the Aftershocks — hosted the regional final on Tuesday at 8 p.m. at Koch Arena as they met Forever Coogs for a chance to advance to the quarterfinals.
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.
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