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Tuesday, November 11th, 2025
Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 11th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Goodwill is hosting the grand opening of its work-focused opportunity center in Wichita today—offering job training and resume workshops to help residents update their skills—at the new facility. KWCH
- ➤ On Monday, Goodwill Industries opened its first work-focused opportunity center in Wichita — the center helped residents access job training and employment resources. KSN
- ➤ Restoration Family Services is the first Black-owned foster care agency in Kansas, founded by twin sisters who built a network of foster families with real-life experience. The agency works to help Black children avoid long stays in care and cultural isolation — it recruits and trains parents who truly understand their needs. The Voice
- ➤ The Wichita Wind Surge is hosting a canned food drive for the Kansas Food Bank to help Wichita residents avoid hunger this holiday season. The drive runs through Nov. 21—local residents are encouraged to donate canned goods. KSN
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Abuelo’s Mexican Restaurant closed its Waterfront location at 1413 N. Waterfront Parkway this week, leaving the Ridge Road store as the only operational site. No reason was given for the closure and local observers are watching to see who might take over the prime space. Wichita By E.B.
- ➤ Reverie Roasters, a popular coffee shop in Wichita, has been named one of USA Today's '10Best' Independent Coffee Shops—highlighting its rising reputation on a national scale. KAKE
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Kansas Game Wardens are asking for help finding the person who illegally shot a deer in Clark County near County Road I and County Road 10 between Thursday night and Friday morning — anyone with tips should call 620 450 7194 or 877 426 3843. KWCH
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Comedian and TikTok star Matt Rife sold out two shows at Century II in 2023 — he will perform at Intrust Bank Arena next year. KSN
- ➤ Comedian Matt Rife announced his tour will extend to include a Wichita show on Dec. 13, 2026 — part of a series that begins in Newark on Feb. 28 and includes a stop in Oklahoma City on Dec. 29. Tickets for all dates will go on sale at noon on Nov. 12 and select shows will feature a new 360-degree stage design. KWCH
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ For Veteran’s Day, retired military major Carolyn Gill—now in her third year at Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine in Wichita—will graduate and join the Robert J. Dole VA to care for veterans. She retired at 40 and has long planned to serve those who have served the country. KWCH
- ➤ A federal judge ordered the release of November SNAP funds while new work requirements that began on Nov. 1 reduce benefit eligibility for many in Kansas and Missouri — most adults must provide proof of 80 hours of work, school, caregiving or volunteering to keep full benefits beyond three months over three years. State agencies are testing methods to implement these changes while facing potential cost-sharing and clawback challenges — households may see reduced support in the coming months. The Beacon
- ➤ The United Ways of Kansas board announced Dr. Jessica Dorsey as its new State Director, and she will assume the role on Dec. 3. Dorsey was formerly the Executive Director of the Kansas Volunteer Commission and will replace retiring Lisa Gleason. KWCH
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Starting in January, many Kansas Citians will pay more for their ACA health insurance because federal tax credits are ending—forcing some to lose coverage—and straining local hospitals. The Beacon
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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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50th Annual Wichita Turkey Trot
7:45-10:45 a.m. — Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center — Check the event page for registration details — Participate in a festive 10-mile run and earn a special Double Gobble medal!
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