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Daily editionThursday, September 24th, 2026

Good morning, Wichita.

The Daily Wichita Team

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Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of September.

Community

  1. Stingray Cove at Sedgwick County Zoo ends on Nov. 1 as its five-year contract with Living Exhibits wraps up and the stingrays move to new locations; the zoo offers half-price admission from Oct. 30.

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  2. East High students are collecting shoes to support students in underdeveloped countries during a drive on campus today.

    Donations will help provide needed footwear for those with limited resources.

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Business

  1. South Wichita’s Braum’s store at 444 East Pawnee Street will permanently close at 2 p.m. on Oct. 4 & customers can visit the next closest location at 201 N. Seneca for ice cream.

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  2. A popular Wichita cocktail bar has been revamped—now operating as Dreamers Cocktail Lounge—where regulars can enjoy an updated menu and modern decor.

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Economy

  1. Truckers in the region face record-high diesel prices after one driver paid $660 for 100 gallons while an economist warned rates may remain high for at least a year + impacting trucking, farming and public transit.

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Education

  1. Local schools are proposing a bond with two options—one keeping the tax rate steady and one raising property taxes, fueling concern over added strain amid a tight economy.

    Local leaders say the measure is designed to invest in education for future generations.

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  2. Students at East High are collecting gently worn or new shoes to fund SkillsUSA competitions and to later help micro-entrepreneurs in developing countries.

    Donations will be accepted until the end of November at the school.

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  3. Wichita Public Schools' digital literacy coordinator discussed responsible tech use on a recent Newstalk broadcast, explaining how families can balance screen time with offline activities.

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Sports

  1. The Lincoln Leopards are off to a 3-0 start in 8-man football and chase their first state title for their small hometown (pop.

    1,100). The team set historic records last season and is aiming to make more history this year.

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  2. Wichita State basketball player Kenyon Giles remains eligible to return following a preliminary injunction in Indiana and a Colorado ruling that extended eligibility for high school class of 2022 athletes — his eligibility boosts team expectations for the upcoming season.

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  3. Kenyon Giles is allowed to rejoin Wichita State's basketball team after a review, so he will play in upcoming games.

    His return is set to boost the team in a fresh boost of spirit.

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