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Daily editionTuesday, September 15th, 2026

Good morning, Wichita.

The Daily Wichita Team

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Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of September.

Community

  1. A local group in Wichita is launching a program to build second chances for at-risk youth by offering mentoring and growth opportunities.

    The initiative aims to empower young residents and strengthen community ties.

    KWCHRead more

Culture

  1. McConnell AFB will host the Frontiers in Flight Airshow and Open House on Oct. 24-25 featuring the U.S. Air Force Academy Wings of Blue and the Thunderbirds with displays, ground vehicles and a family zone; gates open at 10:30 a.m. and shows run from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

    KWCHRead more

  2. The Bleckley Foundation is restoring a DH-4 aircraft once flown by Wichita’s only Aviation Medal of Honor recipient, Erwin Bleckley.

    The project — an accurate, airworthy replica — will eventually be displayed at the Wichita Airport.

    KWCHRead more

  3. A Wichita expert warned that artificial intelligence may pose risks to humanity and called for more research to better understand its potential impact on our lives.

    KWCHRead more

Education

  1. WSU midterm SGA elections are open with online votes via WSU email and in person voting at Shocker Success Center today — free pizza is offered today, free popcorn was available Sept. 14, and dirty soda will be given on Sept. 16.

    Voting closes Sept. 16 at 5 p.m.

    The SunflowerRead more

Health

  1. Animal welfare groups in Wichita urge cat owners to vaccinate their pets and keep them indoors as cases of feline distemper rise.

    A free vaccination clinic will take place at Lindwood Splash Pad on Saturday, Oct. 17 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

    KWCHRead more

Sports

  1. Nick Taylor — a decorated Paralympic athlete and Wichita State Men’s Tennis director of operations — was inducted into the Wheelchair Tennis Hall of Champions in New York City on Wednesday, Sept. 9.

    He earned Paralympic medals and grand slam titles during his career.

    KWCHRead more

  2. A Wichita native reached the U.S. Open quarterfinals — a significant milestone that spotlights his local talent after a series of tough matches.

    KWCHRead more