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Thursday, September 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Kansas Food Bank is asking for volunteers to help pack and distribute donations at the Kansas State Fair—local residents will work alongside organizers to support hunger relief. Organizers expect hands-on help to make a direct impact in feeding those in need. KWCH
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Wichita’s Koch family has reportedly agreed to purchase a 10 percent stake in the New York Giants pending NFL owners’ approval at next month’s meeting—this follows last year’s purchase of a 15 percent stake in a company that owns the Brooklyn Nets and New York Liberty. KWCH
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ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Kansas job seekers will be able to join a weekend virtual job fair hosted by KANSASWORKS from 8 a.m. Friday, Sept 26 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Sept 28 — the event will offer live chats, virtual interviews and online job applications as Lt. Gov. and Commerce Secretary David Toland noted it will expand career opportunities for all. KSN
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Six Wichita East High students were named National Merit semifinalists yesterday for their strong test scores and academic performance—an honor that highlights their academic excellence and sets them up for further review. KWCH
- ➤ Kansas Education Commissioner Randy Watson announced his retirement on September 10th — he will remain in his post until his successor is chosen. As commissioner since 2014, he urged Kansas schools to raise graduation rates and boost post-secondary credentials. KMUW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wichita Fire Department contract talks focus on adding paid parental leave after other local services recently received the benefit—firefighter Marci Pearson explained that using almost all her accrued leave for post-childbirth recovery shows the need for a fair policy. The union contract ends in December and negotiations will address this requirement for better support. KSN
- ➤ Wichita residents are invited to share their priorities in an online survey as the search for a new city manager continues, with longtime manager Robert Layton set to retire Dec. 31. The anonymous survey by the City Manager Selection Advisory Committee + CPS HR Consulting remains open through Oct. 8. KSN
- ➤ Today, the National Nuclear Security Administration removed cesium 137 irradiators used in blood treatment and cancer research from Kansas after concerns they could be used in dirty bombs. The last device was taken from the University of Kansas Medical Center and will be replaced with safer nonradioisotopic X ray machines as part of a nationwide program that will finish by 2027—making Kansas one of 11 states free of such devices. KSN
- ➤ City of Wichita hired Candy Taylor as the new executive director of the Mid-America All-Indian Museum located next to the Keeper of the Plains Plaza. Taylor brings 17 years of museum experience — including her work at the Comanche Nation Museum and Cultural Center — and will start her role on Oct 13. KSN
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A University of Kansas study finds that Kansans lack access to high-quality opioid addiction treatment—specifically, medical detox programs that ease withdrawal symptoms with medication—due to funding issues, provider shortages, and stigma. The report, which surveyed over 2,000 people, shows nearly 1 in 5 adults struggle with substance use disorder. KMUW
- ➤ During a recent Sedgwick County Commission meeting, officials reported that 92 residents took their lives in 2024, marking the lowest suicide rate in 10 years and a slight decrease from 2023. Most deaths were among men, and half had a history of mental illness (typically depression) while crisis responders handled about 39,000 calls; Dr. Nicole Klaus urged those in need to call (988) for help. KNSS
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ City league rivals East High and Northwest High both hold 1-0 records and will face off soon as both teams show a strong running game and disciplined play. The matchup will test each school’s skill on the field. KSN
- ➤ Wichita officials are preparing for the upcoming World Cup as teams and fans will soon visit nearby cities — they are focused on improving transport and lodging to help the event run smoothly. KWCH
- ➤ The Big 12 suspended the officiating crew from the Kansas-Mizzou game last weekend for failing to enforce a kickoff rule—so they will not work their assignment on Friday. KWCH
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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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