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Wednesday, August 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Former executive director Mark C. Reed of the Sedgwick County Zoo died on Friday after a battle with cancer at his Delaware home—he led the zoo from 1991 until retiring in 2016 after a 45-year career. KWCH
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A DoorDasher stole a package from a Wichita home as camera footage captured the act. KWCH
- ➤ Wichita Police are looking for Robert Schoenberger Jr.—a 6-foot tall, slender parolee considered armed and dangerous for a fatal east Wichita shooting. KAKE
- ➤ A suspect died after a standoff following a deadly shooting near Wesley on Aug. 12, police said. KWCH
- ➤ Wichita police named Robert Schoenberger as a person of interest in Monday night’s shooting that killed a woman near Wesley Medical Center at Central and Hillside—he was last seen in a blue T-shirt and jeans after he removed his parole monitor and police say he is armed and dangerous. KSN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At Tuesday’s City Council meeting, members rejected plans for affordable apartments at WaterWalk — trustee Jim Korroch apologized for past errors and Mayor Wu said the city must fix broken promises. The council also considered a lease change to boost future development interest at the site. KMUW
- ➤ During Tuesday morning’s meeting, the Wichita Council discussed a plan from Indianapolis-based Union Development Holdings for a 186-unit multifamily affordable housing development at WaterWalk. The council also reviewed a $300,000 bond for trail repairs at Pawnee Prairie Park—Union has requested up to $50 million in bonds to help finance the project. KSN
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Ascension Via Christi St. Teresa celebrated 15 years on Monday and demonstrated its new Da Vinci Five robot—an upgraded tool that helps doctors perform surgeries with smaller incisions. The hospital said the system will improve care for its growing community. KWCH
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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Bacchanal #4
5-7 p.m. — WAVE — Full bar available — Experience a genre-bending celebration of rhythm, blues, and country with an incredible lineup of talented artists.
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Chair Yoga Class at Haysville Senior Center
10:00 – 10:45 AM — Haysville Senior Center — Free for members — Engage in gentle chair yoga to enhance strength, flexibility, and community spirit.
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