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Friday, September 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Wichita community members gathered Wednesday evening in the Nomar District to hold a peace rally after three deadly shootings occurred on Labor Day — local leaders and Cure Violence ICT urged residents to take steps to protect youth from rising gun violence. FOX Kansas
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Isaiah Langkiet (24) is charged with first-degree murder after his sister, Elvira Langkiet (64), died from a stabbing on Saturday in the 800 block of south Fern near Kellogg and Seneca. KNSS
- ➤ A man was charged with first-degree murder after officers responded to a call on the 800 block of S. Fern St just before 9 a.m. on Saturday and the victim, Elvera Langkiet, died from her injuries Wednesday night — Isaiah Langkiet, 24, made his first court appearance Thursday and faces a next hearing on Sept. 15 with a bond set at $250,000. KSN
- ➤ Wichita police arrested a suspect in connection with the deadly Old Town shooting on September 4th—and the investigation is ongoing as they gather further evidence. KWCH
- ➤ A 21-year-old man was arrested on first-degree murder charges after fatally shooting 23-year-old D’Andre Rubio in Old Town near Douglas — Rock Island on Labor Day at 1:40 a.m., police said a disturbance took place before the shooting and he was booked into Sedgwick County Jail. KNSS
- ➤ James Sawyer, a 21-year-old man from Wichita, pleaded guilty to fatally shooting 34-year-old Daniel McPherson in a church parking lot in 2023 and was arrested in Oklahoma in January before a judge sentenced him to 31 years in prison on Thursday—he remains in custody. KWCH
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Elyria Christian School canceled classes yesterday after storm damage affected the campus. School officials said they will inspect the building and announce when classes will resume. KWCH
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Zoobilee
5:30-8 p.m. — Sedgwick County Zoo — Ticket purchase required — Experience an evening of live music, food, and drinks at the zoo's premier fundraiser.
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Healthy Kids Running Series - Fall 2025
2-3 p.m. — High Park — Registration fee may apply — A fun and active five-week program fostering healthy lifestyles for kids Pre-K through 8th grade.
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Chair Yoga Class
1-2 p.m. — Maize Recreation Commission — $5 drop-in fee — Experience a supportive Chair Yoga session aimed at enhancing mobility and relaxation.
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Bronwyn Keith-Hynes Concert
8-11 p.m. — Central Standard Brewing — Ticket information available — Experience Grammy-winning fiddler Bronwyn Keith-Hynes as she showcases her new vocal album with high-octane bluegrass and roots music.
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AIA Kansas Annual Conference 2025
9 AM – 1 PM — Drury Plaza Hotel Broadview Wichita — Cost info not listed — Engage in workshops, tours, and speakers at this architectural event.
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Foundations of Yoga
5-6 p.m. — Maize Recreation Commission — $5 drop-in fee — Explore yoga tailored for beginners and enhance strength and flexibility through gentle sequences.
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9th Annual Road Home Race
7:30 AM – 1:00 PM — Sedgwick County Park — Fundraiser for Passageways — Support homeless veterans and enjoy a 5K and 1-mile fun run.
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NBC World Series Pickleball Tournament Fundraiser
10 AM - 1 PM — Chicken N Pickle - Wichita — $120 per team — Serve up some fun and support the NBC Baseball Foundation at this exciting pickleball tournament.
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Kolby Cooper Live Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Cotillion — All ages welcome — Enjoy an evening of live music from Kolby Cooper and special guest Luke Borchelt on the Love You, Goodnight Tour.
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