Daily editionFriday, October 17th, 2025
Good morning, Wichita.
The Daily Wichita Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of October.
Community
Marvin, a six-year-old husky, is available for adoption at the Kansas Humane Society — 3313 N Hillside St in Wichita.
The shelter invites locals to visit soon and meet Marvin as he looks for his forever home.
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Cheney Shooting Range will reopen today after lead testing cleared the facility for safe use—range users had waited while it remained closed earlier this year.
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Wichita veteran John Mevey, who lost part of his leg in Afghanistan, received a 2025 Ford F-150 truck donated by Wounded Warriors Family Support—Radian Group Inc. as part of the Mobility is Freedom program.
He said the donation helps him regain independence and supports his recovery, new business, and plans to start a charity for other veterans.
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Culture
The biennial Svensk Hyllningsfest begins today at 9 a.m. in Lindsborg and honors the community’s Swedish heritage with folk dancing, music, crafts, traditional foods and a farmers market.
The festival—held every odd year since 1941—continues through Sunday with parking that includes shuttle service.
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Wichita marked the 30th anniversary of the Million Man March on Oct. 16 — the city held community events to honor this historic civil rights gathering.
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Education
WSU Tech South opened the HACK—a new facility to expand digital marketing, IT and technical certificate programs—on Thursday, and it features a cyber range to prepare students for future jobs while easing credit transfers with Wichita State University.
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Government
Officials in Lyon County approved the project while the Kansas Department of Commerce, Evergy, and TerraPower began talks on bringing a nuclear reactor that uses sodium instead of water.
State rep Mark Schreiber said Kansas is perfectly located for the Natrium reactor — and TerraPower will start checking available sites in January as power demands grow in the Midwest.
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Sports
Wichita was named a top sports hosting city on Oct. 16th—an honor that local officials say shows the city's strong ability to host big sports events.
They expect the recognition to help bring more tournaments to Wichita in the future.
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Girls flag football is gaining momentum in Wichita as Wichita Public Schools, Maize and Maize South launch teams this fall—backed by the Chiefs.
The new programs give young athletes a chance to break barriers while growing the sport locally.
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The Kapaun Crusaders girls golf team will compete at the state tournament in Emporia on Oct. 20-21—junior Ximena Sarinana, who won state as a freshman and sophomore, leads the team in its quest for a sixth title.
Coach Marie Taylor said the players work hard and carry a strong legacy as they aim for more wins.
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Wichita Events
Introductory Free Tae Kwon Do Class
Saturday, October 18th, 2025 · 1-2 p.m. — Newton Recreation Center — Free entry — Discover the basics of Tae Kwon Do in a fun, co-ed class for ages 6-99.
Curvy Yoga Drop-in Session
Sunday, October 19th, 2025 · 1-2 p.m. — Yoga Central — Cash payment option — Discover personalized yoga adaptations for every body type in a welcoming environment.
Chair Yoga at Maize Recreation Commission
Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025 · 1-2 p.m. — Maize Recreation Commission — $5 drop-in fee — Experience the benefits of chair yoga in a supportive community environment.
In Store Author Event with Jillian Forsberg
Thursday, October 23rd, 2025 · 6-7 p.m. — Watermark Books & Cafe — Free entry — Join local author Jillian Forsberg as she discusses her historical fiction book, The Porcelain Menagerie, exploring themes of art, ambition, and survival.
Anthony Gomes Live Concert
Friday, October 24th, 2025 · 7-10 p.m. — WAVE — Starting at $28 — Experience the electrifying blues and rock of Anthony Gomes with a flair that ignites the stage.
Haunted Bookstore Day
Saturday, October 25th, 2025 · 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Watermark Books & Cafe — Varies by event — Celebrate the spooky season with fun activities including a scavenger hunt and horror trivia.
In Store Author Event with Caryn Mirriam-Goldberg
Sunday, October 26th, 2025 · 2-3 p.m. — Watermark Books & Cafe — Free entry — Celebrate the new memoir 'The Magic Eye' with a former Kansas Poet Laureate as she shares her journey and insights.
Chair Yoga at Maize Recreation Commission
Monday, October 27th, 2025 · 1-2 p.m. — Maize Recreation Commission — $5 drop-in fee — Discover the rejuvenating benefits of Chair Yoga designed for all mobility levels.
Wichita Career Fair
Tuesday, October 28th, 2025 · 9:30 AM-12:30 PM — Wichita Marriott — Free entry — Connect with recruiters from local and Fortune 500 companies to explore new career opportunities.
Chair Yoga at Maize Recreation
Wednesday, October 29th, 2025 · 1-2 p.m. — Maize Recreation Commission — $5 drop-in fee — Experience a supportive and community-focused yoga session designed for all mobility levels.