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Saturday, September 13th, 2025
Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 13th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Wichita celebrated 75 years of the Cessna Bird Dog—marking an important milestone in the city’s aviation history. KWCH
- ➤ Residents in east Wichita voiced concerns about the Kellogg expansion project on Sep. 12 as they worry about rising traffic and neighborhood changes—officials are reviewing the project details. KWCH
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Eisenhower High School in Goddard went into a short lock-out Friday morning after a student reported a false gun threat from a message believed to be sent by an Eisenhower Middle student—police found no gun and classes resumed quickly. KWCH
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Atlanta band Dropsonic performed its first Wichita show in over 15 years Friday at Kirby’s Beer Store—sharing the bill with Oklahoma City’s Traindodge and local groups Daikini and Milkwave. Vocalist Dan Dixon said the reunion followed a period of reissuing the band’s albums on vinyl during the pandemic and hiring new drummer Chandler Rentz. KMUW
- ➤ Today, the City of Wichita announced that Candy Taylor—who has 17 years of museum experience, including as director of the Comanche Nation Museum—will serve as Executive Director of the Mid-America All-Indian Museum starting October 13; she will lead efforts to educate the public about Native American culture. Wichita By E.B.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials began a fall cleanup in downtown Wichita yesterday—teams cleared leaves and debris from sidewalks and streets. They said the effort will continue through the weekend. KWCH
- ➤ Former Wichita air traffic controller Bruce Despommier recalled his work in the control tower on Sept. 11 when reports came in of a plane striking the World Trade Center — he explained that controllers had to guide a rush of aircraft to land safely amid a sudden ground stop and limited space in Wichita. KSN
- ➤ Governor Laura Kelly ordered flags to be lowered at half-staff from Sept. 12 until sundown on Sept. 14 to honor Charlie Kirk, Minnesota Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman—and all victims and survivors of political violence. KSN
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Kansas nurse, Amy Siple, was disciplined by the state Board of Nursing for practicing without a valid license after she missed her renewal deadline by six months while caring for her sick husband—she plans to appeal the ruling as lawmakers review board practices. KWCH
- ➤ The Kansas Department of Health and Environment issued public health advisories on several lakes after detecting harmful blue-green algae blooms before today—these advisories remain in effect during the water recreation season from April 1 through Oct 31 to keep residents and their pets safe. KSN
- ➤ After Wednesday’s shootings that left Charlie Kirk dead, child psychologist Dr. Molly Allen warned that repeated graphic videos on social media are numbing kids to violence—she advised parents to limit screen time and talk with their children about what they see. KWCH
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A local article previewed five high school football games in the Wichita area, sharing score predictions and key matchups such as Hoisington versus Hesston and Wellington facing Andale—highlighting Andale’s 104-point follow-up. The piece recapped prior prediction errors and noted team histories to help fans understand what to expect in the upcoming contests. KWCH
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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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Monthly Restorative Yoga at Club Hope
1-2 p.m. — Club Hope Fitness — $20 cash or $22 online — Embrace relaxation with gentle poses and supportive props in this soothing restorative yoga class.
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Chair Yoga Session
1-2 p.m. — Maize Recreation Commission — $5 drop-in fee — Strengthen your body and mind with accessible chair yoga designed for all mobility levels.
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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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Kids Club Professional Development Day for Grades 1-6
7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. — Wichita Collegiate School — $14 per hour — An engaging day for students offering care, activities, and socializing opportunities during professional development.
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Pretend Friend Live at Walnut Valley Festival
4-8 p.m. — Winfield Fairgrounds — Check event page for pricing — Enjoy a lively performance from the progressive bluegrass band Pretend Friend.
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Wichita Flea Market
10 a.m. — Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center — Check for entry details — Explore unique finds and enjoy a family-friendly atmosphere at this local flea market.
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Chair Yoga at Maize Recreation
1-2 p.m. — Maize Recreation Commission — $5 drop-in fee — Engage in a gentle yoga practice designed to enhance flexibility and promote community well-being.
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Alchemised Book Release Celebration
6-8 p.m. — Watermark Books & Cafe — $40 includes hardcover book — Celebrate the dark fantasy debut of ALCHEMISED with raffles, trivia, and games.
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Survivor 49 Wichita Premiere Watch Party
6-11 p.m. — Club Vaudeville — General Admission and VIP Packages available — Celebrate the Survivor 49 premiere with fun, games, and former players at the ultimate watch party.
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