Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of July.
Good morning, Wichita.
KWCH 12 has won nine KAB awards—including seven first-place and two second-place honors—and will be recognized at the awards dinner on Monday, Oct.
19 in Wichita.
A Wichita group is helping homeless residents stay hydrated in the heat today by distributing water & shade at multiple local stops.
Organizers say the effort provides essential support as summer temperatures continue to rise.
The historic Orpheum Theatre will reopen on Aug.
30 with a concert by John Legend after a 13-month restoration preserved key details like a jar of historic dirt and updated its interior with new flooring & seating; additional events, including a mural unveiling, will follow.
At Tanganyika Wildlife Park, staff saved a newborn giraffe with a C-section after her mom’s health sharply fell and euthanasia was needed, giving the calf a chance to live.
Named Milani (meaning 'new birth'), the two-week-old is already reaching important milestones.
Wichita City Councilmember Joseph Shepard confirmed Monday that Crown Uptown's owner submitted a demolition application, starting a review process that will take at least 90 days to meet code requirements, disconnect utilities, and protect adjacent structures for the 98-year-old theater as neighbors voice concerns.
A video from a Wichita Wind Surge game shows a reindeer panting in over-a-hundred-degree weather, prompting local viewers to question its well-being.
Outdoor workers in Wichita stayed safe under dangerous heat by starting early for hydration and shade breaks.
Travis Whitebird said his crew wrapped up a fence job along Rock Road before the worst of the heat—helping avoid heat-related illness.
The American Red Cross is asking Wichita donors for help amid a national blood crisis — donations hit a four-year low — as local sites register today with movie tickets offered with donations through July 31 and gift cards available in August.
The owner of Crown Uptown has submitted an application for demolition and city officials will review the request before any work begins + no demolition date has been set yet.
JHX advanced to the semifinals today by beating reigning champions 64-59 at Koch Arena amid technical fouls and ejections.
They will face La Familia at 7 p.m. in Kentucky.
The Kansas Sports Hall of Fame named 32 new inductees including Wichita figures Mike Kennedy, Greg Brummett, Maurice and DeAngelo Evans, and Ricky Ross today.
A ceremony is planned later in the year — a showcase of local athletic achievements.
Beginner Chair Yoga Class at Club Hope
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
8-11 p.m. — WAVE — $38.63 — Experience hits like 'Do U' and 'Hotel Room' with Humble Greatness & Twansac.
Truck Fest
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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