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Wichita
Thursday, August 7th, 2025
Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ AmeriStarRail has proposed a new coast-to-coast train service called 'The Transcontinental Chief' that will run from Los Angeles to New York and stop in Kansas cities such as Garden City, Dodge City, Hutchinson, Newton, Topeka, Lawrence and Kansas City—this privately funded service will partner with Amtrak and offer truck drivers a place to rest to meet their federally mandated breaks, with launch scheduled for National Train Day, May 10. KSN
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Wichita Police use the new Raven gunshot detection system to pinpoint gunfire with 90% accuracy—cutting response times by three minutes in north, east and south Wichita—and will evaluate its performance before further expansion, according to Deputy Chief Duff. KSN
- ➤ A Kansas man from Benton was indicted by a Wichita federal grand jury for bank robbery at Community National Bank & Trust in El Dorado after he allegedly used force, violence, and intimidation in July, and the FBI is investigating the case. KSN
- ➤ Police arrested a 41-year-old suspect—booked Tuesday on suspicion of second-degree murder—after they investigated the fatal shooting of 49-year-old Ruben Parga-Quintanar, who was shot while fleeing on a bicycle near an alley in north Wichita on Friday. KSN
- ➤ The Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office said possible explosives were found during a narcotics investigation south of Haysville at 87th and S. Meridian — several law enforcement agencies, including the Wichita Police Department bomb squad, are working the scene with more details awaited. KWCH
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A new bill will cut food help and force some Kansas grocery stores to close—experts warn that many residents may lose benefits and face higher prices. Store operators say tight profit margins will lead to reduced hours and fewer options for fresh food in local communities. The Beacon
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, Wichita police released new figures showing 618 nonfatal overdoses this year + a 36% rise from 455 at the same time last year. Increased resources + community outreach have helped reduce overdose fatalities. FOX Kansas
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The Lacs Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Cotillion — All ages welcome — Experience the evolving sound of The Lacs live in Wichita with special guest Hayden Coffman.
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Tab Benoit Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Cotillion — All ages — Experience Grammy-nominated Tab Benoit showcasing his bluesy roots with new music and fan favorites.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Neil Barringham
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