Daily editionThursday, September 10th, 2026
Good morning, Wichita.
The Daily Wichita Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 10th of September.
Community
Today, Wichita runners Matt Magnuson and Tony Brown start a 125-mile challenge to visit all 90 Keeper of the Plains statues to raise funds and awareness for ICT S.O.S.+ They will finish on Saturday, Sept. 12 when they join the Race 4 Freedom 5K start line.
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The Salvation Army is celebrating 140 years of service in Wichita today with community events that honor its long legacy of charity.
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Culture
John McCutcheon described the Walnut Valley Festival in Winfield as a family reunion where city folks, country dwellers and others come together for a weekend of music and shared moments — he recalled past collaborations that left a lasting impact on both performers and fans.
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Bing Futch has been named this year's Walnut Valley Festival ambassador and will join media interviews and school visits during festival week in September + he recalled his first 2017 experience as eye-opening with lively campgrounds that inspired him to share the magic with the community.
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Education
Nine Wichita high school students were named National Merit semifinalists today (six at East High, one at Heights, and two at Northwest) in a distinction shared by less than 1% of senior students; National Merit Scholarship winners will be announced this spring.
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Government
Sedgwick County District Attorney's office warned locals today about crypto-scams targeting Wichita residents.
The office urged careful verification of digital offers and asked anyone noticing suspicious activity to report it to local authorities.
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Health
Yoga in the Park returns to downtown Wichita, inviting community members to stretch and rejuvenate in a free outdoor session held at a local park.
The event offers a chance for residents to boost their wellness and enjoy a refreshing start to the day.
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Sports
Hays native Dylan Dreiling played for the Frisco Roughriders at Equity Bank Park in downtown Wichita during his homecoming game—he is now the Texas Rangers’ No. 13 prospect and continues his impressive 25-game hitting streak.
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Eighth-grader Bryson King, who has Spastic Diplegia, ran his heart out in a cross country race in Hays where a competitor helped him finish strong & set a new personal record.
This moment highlighted the sportsmanship and community spirit of local runners.
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