Good morning, Wichita.

Families in Wichita will pick up free school supplies and groceries this Saturday at seven sites served by Hope Wichita, a faith-based community outreach program.

Cars line up at 7 a.m.—gates open at 9 a.m. and the event ends at 2 p.m. or when supplies run out.

Local community members met in Wichita last night to plan action for saving the NPR station facing budget cuts—organizers will raise funds and support through community events to help keep it on air.

Kendall Forbes, a former Bishop Carroll star and Pittsburg State softball player, is in critical condition after her car was hit by a speeding vehicle in southeast Kansas — emergency crews found her in a ditch — and community members are rallying to support her recovery.

Evergy warned customers that scam attempts increased this summer—scammers used fake websites and cloned phone numbers—and advised reporting suspicious contacts through official channels or calling local law enforcement.

A Georgia man, 35-year-old Matt Jennings who hosted a hunting show, was sentenced to five years of probation and banned for life from hunting in Kansas after pleading guilty to illegally killing deer with a wrong tag and fake registration and must pay $15,000 in restitution and a $10,000 fine.

A teen died in a shooting outside the Wichita Police Department's Patrol North substation near 21st and Hillside on Thursday morning—officials said.

The Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center held a Housing Surge Event on Thursday at the Learning Library in Wichita to help veterans secure stable rentals and connect with job placement services.

The event is part of a county effort that has reduced the number of veterans needing housing from 44 to 24 — local partners worked with landlords to offer additional support.

Kerrie Lonard, head of the state foster care oversight agency, said unannounced inspections at congregate care facilities are needed after ongoing complaints showed children face risks from abuse and poor supervision.

The agency and experts argue that extra visits—without prior notice—will help catch problems before they worsen.

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.

Super Saturday - Travel Entrepreneurship Workshop

11 AM – 2 PM — Courtyard Wichita at Old Town — Free entry — Explore how to turn your passion for travel into a rewarding career.