Daily editionSaturday, October 25th, 2025
Good morning, Wichita.
The Daily Wichita Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 25th of October.
Community
Residents worried about losing SNAP benefits lined up at a Wichita food pantry on October 24th as concerns grew about possible changes to the aid program—local officials are set to review details and work with community groups for clarity.
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Culture
Wichita filmmakers Sara and Charity Harmon—who balance full-time jobs with their documentary work—won an award at Tallgrass Film Festival for their film Let’s Talk Shop, which celebrates the city’s mid-century department stores.
The film is showing today at 3 p.m. at Tallgrass Film Center where the sisters will hold a post-show Q&A.
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Education
Wichita State University rededicated its Student Success Center on October 24 in honor of Riley Leroy Pitts.
The ceremony honored his contributions as students and staff joined in the tribute.
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On Friday morning, Wichita North High students learned about medical careers when KU Medicine brought a Da Vinci Surgical Machine for hands-on demonstration—students got a close look at robotic surgery as part of their bio-med program.
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Environment
Toxic algae levels were reported Friday at lakes such as Amesbury Lake, Colwich City Lake and Lake Afton — state health officials advised against swimming, boating or any water contact to safeguard people, pets and livestock.
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Marion County announced multiple road closures due to overnight storm flooding (the closed roads are 190th between Remington and Quail Creek, 190th between Limestone and Nighthawk, Upland from County Lake to 256, Eisenhower from ball fields to Highway 56, Quail Creek from 190th to 180th and Clover from Highway 150 to 170th).
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City officials announced a cleanup effort for a contaminated site in northeast Wichita — tests confirmed the pollution and work will start soon to protect residents.
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Government
The Kansas Department of Transportation will close northbound I-135 in Wichita today at 6 a.m. until late afternoon on Sunday, Oct. 26 as part of the Junction Gold Project Phase 2B to remove formwork and overhang brackets.
Drivers on northbound I-135 must detour via westbound K-96 and Hillside Avenue, while southbound motorists needing eastbound K-96 should exit at North Hydraulic Avenue & follow the detour signs.
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Governor Kelly announced she will hold food drives at the remaining stops of her statewide listening tour, in partnership with the Kansas Food Bank & Harvesters, to help communities impacted by the federal shutdown.
The stops begin October 29 in locations including Hays, Garden City, Kansas City, Leawood, Emporia, Pittsburg and Wichita, with space limited and RSVPs encouraged.
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Sports
Kapaun defeated Heights on Oct. 24 and remains unbeaten in the City League as the season continues.
The strong performance kept their winning streak intact for upcoming games.
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Wichita Events
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.
Super Saturday: Travel Entrepreneurship Workshop
Saturday, November 1st, 2025 · 11 AM – 2 PM — Courtyard by Marriott Wichita at Old Town — Free entry — Explore turning your travel passion into a profitable business opportunity.
Youth Basketball Clinic - Session I
Monday, November 3rd, 2025 · 6:30-7:15 p.m. — Newton Recreation Center — Registration closed — A fun and instructional basketball clinic for kids ages 5-6.
Marc Rebillet Live Performance
Tuesday, November 4th, 2025 · 7-9:30 p.m. — The Cotillion — Ticket prices vary — Experience the improvised meltdown of Marc Rebillet with special guest Capyac in an all-ages show.
Pre-School Exploratory Art & Sensory Class
Wednesday, November 5th, 2025 · 10-11 AM — Newton Recreation Center — Cost not listed — A creative art and sensory exploration session for children aged 1-5.