Daily editionFriday, July 24th, 2026
Good morning, Wichita.
The Daily Wichita Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of July.
Community
A Wichita nonprofit named KETCH helps adults with disabilities by producing air filters that keep homes, schools and airplanes cool during the summer.
Worker Suzanne Poole says her job there gives her a sense of purpose and belonging.
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A local nonprofit is helping residents stay cool by building community support and setting up temporary cooling centers at local hubs as temperatures continue to rise.
The organization plans to expand these services throughout the summer (aiding heat relief for all residents).
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Business
Puerto Vallarta Mexican Restaurant will move to a larger space at 756 N. Tyler Road this fall.
The popular eatery—known for long waits at its current location—will offer more seating and an expanded menu when it opens.
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Culture
A historic Union Pacific steam engine named Big Boy (arriving around 6 p.m.) will roll into Salina Thursday evening after a stop in Topeka and will spend the night there before continuing its tour to honor 250 years of U.S. independence.
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Today on The Range, retired detective Scott Wiswell recites cowboy poetry while Culture Pop spotlights Wichita-area women learning & playing American mahjong, blending classic traditions with fresh local energy.
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Economy
Crude oil topped $100 a barrel as the war with Iran continues and America’s Strategic Petroleum Reserve dropped to its lowest level since 1983, causing Wichita gas prices to be 73 cents higher than last year.
Analysts say reserve releases helped avoid even steeper costs amid ongoing market pressures.
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Environment
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake in the Texas Panhandle was felt in several areas of southwest Kansas today.
The quake’s epicenter was 23 miles southeast of Spearman and tremors reached Kinsley — about 200 miles away.
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Health
Kansas health officials confirmed 289 cyclosporiasis cases, including 30 in Sedgwick County (a local hotspot), as they work to identify the outbreak’s source and contain its spread statewide.
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Real Estate
Heroes Sports Bar & Grill, a treasured Old Town venue at 117 N. Mosley for 30 years, will be auctioned on August 11 with open houses on July 30, August 11, and August 17 while bidding finishes online on August 19 with a minimum reserve of $525,000.
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Sports
Wichita will host the National Wheelchair Basketball Championships at Newman University from March 16 to 20, 2027 — a key event following recent adaptive sports successes in town.
It highlights Wichita’s growing role in hosting national sports events.
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The Aftershocks fell 74 to 68 to New Mexico’s Enchantment in Game 2 at Charles Koch Arena on Thursday.
A winner-take-all Game 3 is set for today at 8 p.m. with the winning team moving on to the quarterfinals.
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Wichita Events
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.
Outdoor Market at Generations of Wichita
Saturday, August 8th, 2026 · 9 a.m. — Generations of Wichita — Free entry — Immerse yourself in an open-air market filled with giveaways and exciting sales.
Braxton Keith Live Concert
Thursday, August 13th, 2026 · 7-9:30 p.m. — The Cotillion — $37.21 to $150.24 — Enjoy an evening with Braxton Keith and special guest Cole Goodwin in an all-ages concert.