Daily editionWednesday, August 5th, 2026
Good morning, Wichita.
The Daily Wichita Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of August.
Business
The Federal Aviation Administration certified Boeing’s 737 MAX 7 for service on Monday, Aug. 4 following a multi-year certification effort after previous setbacks & delays.
Workers at Boeing’s Wichita facility produce fuselage parts, though the company did not confirm any local operational impact.
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Culture
Wichita’s Starlite Drive-In received a $200,000 city loan to upgrade its projectors while a group outside WaKeeney raised $150,000 to build a new drive-in on a dirt road.
Drive-ins remain a nostalgic, family-friendly movie experience facing modern challenges from streaming.
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Education
Wichita State University has named alum Jason Ladner as director of industry engagement in health innovation and he will work with Provost Monica Lounsbery to create the National Institute of Health Solutions & Innovation as the university prepares for its biomedical campus opening in Spring 2027.
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Health
Kansas health officials warned on July 31 (the department cautioned) that West Nile virus risk remains high as mosquitoes thrive in summer and urged residents to use repellent while outdoors.
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Wichita Events
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.