Daily editionSunday, August 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Wichita.
The Daily Wichita Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 2nd of August.
Community
Taje McCoy, a Georgia Tech linebacker who grew up here, partnered with Upper Room Apostolic Church on Saturday to distribute 50 free backpacks and shirts for kids getting ready for school — the event also featured horseback riding and inflatable slides provided by his brother.
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Culture
Young authors celebrated their creative work at the Kansas Literacy Festival & shared interactive storytelling during the event.
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Education
Young authors celebrated their work Saturday at the Kansas Literacy Festival held at the Maya Angelou Library in northeast Wichita.
Organized by Storytime Village for its LEAP Program, the event featured book readings, music, and dancing to showcase local talent.
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Lifestyle
On Saturday, cooler weather gave residents a welcome break from the heat as many enjoyed outdoor activities, with two disk golfers (from Pratt) playing at L.W. Clapp Park (in southeast Wichita) while training for a tournament at the end of August.
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Wichita Events
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.