Daily editionMonday, October 20th, 2025
Good morning, Wichita.
The Daily Wichita Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 20th of October.
Community
Amy Young founded the Love Like Remi Foundation after her daughter Remington Hope Young died by suicide and will host a gala to support youth mental health programs — the event aims to offer local youth essential help.
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Business
Bella Vita Bistro will reopen this week in its new space at 9506 W. Central.
The Italian restaurant will hold its grand opening on Wednesday, October 22, serving lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and dinner from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.—reservations for dinner are required during its first week.
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Paris Baguette is still coming to west Wichita after its original plan near 29th and Ridge fell through and the location shifted to the former Hardee’s at 1320 N. Tyler Road— the building has received a new paint job and the restaurant is now hiring, though no opening date has been set yet.
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Culture
Tanganyika Wildlife Park held Fallapalooza on Oct 18 — where visitors enjoyed animal feedings, food trucks, monster mash dance parties and Halloween movies — and used ticket funds to support animal care during the winter, with many stopping to see Mars, the viral baby pygmy hippo.
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Health
On Saturday, a Kansas mom hosted a gala to raise funds for suicide prevention programs in schools in honor of her late daughter Remington Hope Young.
Her Love Like Remi Foundation (named for her daughter) has already placed counselors in every elementary school in Maize.
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The Annual Kidney Walk will support kidney patients and families by raising funds and awareness—an event organized to help improve local kidney care.
Community members will join the walk at a local park to show their support as the event takes place soon.
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Real Estate
KAKE News reported that for two years tenants at Emery Gardens have endured horrible living conditions and two tenants reached out last month about a looming eviction threat — previous reports have noted little change in conditions.
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Wichita Events
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.
Asleep at the Wheel Concert
Thursday, October 30th, 2025 · 7:30-9 p.m. — The Cotillion — Reserved table seating tickets plus general admission dance floor — Celebrate over 50 years of Texas and Western Swing music with Asleep At The Wheel.
Spooky Splash & Treats Party
Friday, October 31st, 2025 · 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM — Newton Recreation Center — Check the website for costs — Dive into a Halloween-themed day of fun and treats for kids aged 7-12.