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Wichita
Wednesday, August 20th, 2025
Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Wichita city council approved a design contract for a new Planeview Community Center that will replace the old Colvin Neighborhood Resource Center next to Colvin Elementary—part of a $9.9 million project featuring a computer lab, classrooms, gym, food pantry, and meeting space. The contract was awarded to SFS Architecture for $820,565—using funds from nearly $10 million in bonds approved in January. KSN
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday afternoon at 3:45 p.m. a vehicle struck a pedestrian on South Hydraulic Street and East 103rd Street South between Haysville and Mulvane, leaving one person dead and another injured—Hydraulic is closed to traffic in that area as first responders continue their work. KSN
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Wichita celebrated its first Women in Sports Broadcasting Day on August 18—after the City Council approved a proclamation to honor trailblazers like FOX Kansas News sports director Micaela Dea and Miss Kansas USA Asia Cymone Smith. FOX Kansas
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Wichita State deployed Wuber golf carts on Aug. 18—19 to help new students navigate campus and reach their classes. Administrators organized the rides to welcome students and connect them with campus leaders. The Sunflower
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sen. Roger Marshall met with Wichita law enforcement and mental health providers Tuesday to discuss officer stress and ways to better support their work. The roundtable focused on boosting training and peer-support teams — steps that may help officers cope with repeated trauma on the job. KSN
- ➤ On August 19th, the Wichita city council passed permanent water restrictions to manage supply concerns—residents must adhere to the new usage rules. KWCH
- ➤ Christie Cauble Davis, a lifelong Kansan, filed her candidacy on Aug. 5 to challenge incumbent Roger Marshall for U.S. Senate and said she will hold a statewide listening tour to discuss rural healthcare, public schools, immigration, economic policies, and accountability in Washington—aiming to give Kansans a clear voice in government. KSN
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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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Chair Yoga at Maize Rec
1-2 p.m. — Maize Recreation Commission — $5 drop-in fee — Experience the benefits of chair yoga for strength, mobility, and community.
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Foundations of Yoga
5-6 p.m. — Maize Recreation Commission — $5 drop-in fee — Explore beginner-friendly yoga with breathwork and meditation for all ages and skill levels.
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Beatles Vs. Stones Tribute Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center — Starting at $55 — Witness the ultimate rock showdown between tribute bands Abbey Road and Satisfaction.
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Kansas Doll Show
August 30-31 — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Wichita Airport — Cost varies — Explore a vibrant showcase of custom doll artistry and unique collectibles from talented vendors.
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Chair Yoga at Maize Recreation Commission
1-2 p.m. — Maize Recreation Commission — $5 drop-in — Experience a supportive and joyful Chair Yoga class designed for all mobility levels.
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~ Carl Jung
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