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Wichita
Sunday, November 9th, 2025
Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 9th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Texas Roadhouse is offering free meal vouchers to veterans and active duty military on Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. if they show valid proof of service—military or VA cards or discharge papers. KSN
- ➤ On Saturday, volunteers at Risen Savior Lutheran Church and other local groups packed 100,000 meals to help families facing food insecurity from SNAP challenges—half of the meals were for Wichita residents while the rest went to Haiti. A local graphic designer also led a food drive that raised funds covering over 900 meals, with donations delivered to the Kansas Food Bank on Monday. KWCH
- ➤ On Saturday, Wichita held its 2025 Veterans Day Parade where local veterans, their families, and fans gathered as marching bands, bikers, and scouts marched down Main Street—honoring those who served. KSN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Second Light Emergency Shelter will open today to provide residents with additional emergency housing — officials confirmed the new facility as part of local support efforts. KWCH
- ➤ HumanKind Ministries is opening its Second Light Emergency Shelter at 1025 N. Main St. tonight at 8 p.m. to help Wichita residents prepare for cold weather that starts tomorrow; the shelter will remain open until Tuesday morning at 8 a.m.—an 11 p.m. curfew is in effect and a first responder escort is recommended after curfew. KWCH
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Chair Yoga Class
1-2 p.m. — Maize Recreation Commission — $5 drop-in fee — Enhance your strength, flexibility, and mindfulness with supportive chair yoga sessions.
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Through Their Lenses Conference
9 AM - 4 PM — Holiday Inn Wichita East I-35 — Free parking — Engage with diverse perspectives and insights from professionals in child welfare at this enriching conference.
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Alexandra Kay Concert
8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — The Cotillion — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of music with Alexandra Kay and Logan Crosby in Wichita.
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Chair Yoga at Park City Senior Center
9:30-10:15 a.m. — Park City Senior Center — Free for members — Join a community-focused chair yoga class designed to enhance mobility and reduce stress.
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United We Dance: The Ultimate Rave Experience
8:30-10 p.m. — The Cotillion — All ages welcome — Experience a night of genre-blending electronic music with top DJs in a vibrant atmosphere.
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Joanne Shaw Taylor Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — The Cotillion — All ages show — Experience the electrifying magic of Joanne Shaw Taylor and her incredible band performing blues, rock, and soul hits.
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Property and Casualty Insurance PreLicensing Course
1:30-11:30 p.m. — 300 W Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS — Fee required — Get prepared to pass your P&C insurance exam with expert support and resources.
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Chair Yoga Session at Maize Recreation
1-2 p.m. — Maize Recreation Commission — $5 drop-in fee — Enjoy a gentle and supportive yoga practice designed for all mobility levels.
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Book Signing with Bonnie Bing
6-7 p.m. — Watermark Books & Cafe — Free entry — Delight in an evening of humor and insights with author Bonnie Bing as she discusses her new book.
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Primer 55 and Smile Empty Soul
6-9 p.m. — WAVE — Check for ticket prices — Experience hard-hitting rock from two dynamic bands with a rich history in the music scene.
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