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Daily editionWednesday, September 16th, 2026

Good morning, Wichita.

The Daily Wichita Team

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Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of September.

Community

  1. On Tuesday, fairgoers enjoyed full goat yoga sessions, $2 Tasty Tuesday fair bites, and community rides with state troopers on a train at the Kansas State Fair in Hutchinson.

    Thursday will feature free goat yoga sessions at 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. in the Ad Astra Building for those who missed Tuesday's events.

    KWCHRead more

Education

  1. Tuesday, Brooks Magnet Middle School held a ribbon cutting to unveil the Verizon Innovative Learning Lab that offers access to augmented reality, virtual reality, 3D printing + artificial intelligence for students and teachers.

    The lab is one of 200 nationwide supported by Verizon.

    KWCHRead more

  2. Wichita State University's Geology Department remains independent with the same curriculum even though the anthropology department will move into its building during winter break; the department will celebrate its 100th anniversary on Sept. 18 at Club 95 campus (highlighting its continued role in managing local water and resources).

    The SunflowerRead more

  3. Wichita State University is hosting the NASA Innovative Advanced Concepts Symposium at Metroplex – 5015 E. 29th St. N – where experts discuss new ideas in space exploration.

    The free event runs until Thursday, Sep. 17.

    KWCHRead more

  4. Officials in the Wichita school district outlined planned upgrades for Horace Mann, including classroom improvements and more support for students.

    Community meetings to discuss the proposals will take place later this month + local input is encouraged.

    KWCHRead more

Environment

  1. Bel Aire is addressing a fish kill at Eagle Lake as crews clear over 1,000 dead fish caused by extreme heat and low water levels — visitors are urged to keep children and pets away from the shoreline until cooler weather and more rain arrive.

    KWCHRead more

Government

  1. Families of Flight 5342, whose Wichita flight crashed on Jan. 29, 2025, met on Capitol Hill with safety leaders & congressional members to urge lawmakers to pass new aviation safety reforms.

    They displayed personal mementos to stress that past tragedy calls for swift federal action.

    KWCHRead more

  2. The Wichita City Council approved a 30-year lease with Botanica to boost its ability to apply for grants and expand its grounds in Sim Park, including a new conservatory and greenhouse complex (a project that also focuses on water reclamation and education) while keeping its original entrance open.

    KNSSRead more

  3. Local officials announced a $10 million grant to help fight veteran homelessness.

    The funds will boost programs designed to provide housing & support for veterans.

    KWCHRead more

  4. Local residents shared their views on a planned drainage project for Bleckley Drive as city officials review stormwater improvements.

    Feedback will help shape project plans moving forward.

    KWCHRead more