Good morning, Wichita.

After 9:00 a.m. Friday, law enforcement responded to a body found in an alley west of 23rd Street North in northwest Wichita—blocking traffic as they launched the murder investigation.

Wichita police arrested a 31-year-old man on Wednesday—he is charged with premeditated first-degree murder—in connection with the killing of 30-year-old Mariana Christian, whose body was found near Cottonwood Park earlier this week after a missing report was filed on July 21.

On Friday, Wichita Police activated the Raven Gunshot Detection System—acoustic sensors that quickly locate gunfire to help curb gun violence.

The system was chosen using crime data and community input to provide officers with faster alerts.

A Wichita mother raised her voice against gun violence after her 19-year-old daughter survived a May 3 shooting that left her with a traumatic brain injury—she is now preparing to return home after months in a Nebraska rehab facility while her family struggles with high medical costs due to limited insurance coverage.

Tanganyika Wildlife Park welcomed a new male pygmy hippo named Mars, the fifth calf of the pair Posie and Pluto.

His birth supports the park’s effort to save the endangered species (fewer than 3,000 remain in the wild) and visitors can see him until November.

Wichita Collegiate’s Lunden Esterline, an Andover native, won the boys division title at the 49th Junior PGA Championship with a four-round total of 19 under par, finishing six strokes ahead after an even-par 71 sealed his win—tying a course record with a 62.

He earned a spot on the U.S. Junior Ryder Cup Team—he has committed to Auburn University for future play.

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.

Chair Yoga at Maize Recreation Commission

1-2 p.m. — Maize Recreation Commission — $5 drop-in — Engage in supportive chair yoga to enhance strength and flexibility while fostering community.

Foundations of Yoga

5-6 p.m. — Maize Recreation Commission — $5 drop-in fee — Engage in gentle yoga practices designed for all skill levels while enhancing strength and mindfulness.

Water Lantern Festival

5:30-9:30 p.m. — O J Watson Park — Ticket required — Experience a beautiful evening filled with peace and creativity as you light up the water with lanterns.

Chair Yoga at Maize Recreation Commission

1-2 p.m. — Maize Recreation Commission — $5 drop-in fee — Accessible yoga practice using chairs for improved strength and flexibility.

Culinary Arts: Asian Market Visit

6-8 p.m. — Mark Arts — $65 — Explore an Asian market and master delicious recipes like pad thai and spring rolls.

Chair Yoga Class at Maize Recreation Commission

1-2 p.m. — Maize Recreation Commission — $5 drop-in fee — Engage in a supportive chair yoga practice designed to enhance strength, flexibility, and mindfulness.

Rudy Love & The Encore Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Mark Arts — Ticketed event — Enjoy a vibrant evening of pop, R&B, and soul music under the stars.