Daily editionThursday, November 13th, 2025
Good morning, Wichita.
The Daily Wichita Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 13th of November.
Community
A Wichita man, Chris Leon, has spent 12 years recycling cans to raise over $115,000 for Kansas veterans by sponsoring trips through Kansas Honor Flight — his project began with one soda can in his family’s garage and earned praise from local recycling centers.
His work continues to inspire community support and shows how small actions can make a significant impact.
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The Coalition to End Homelessness and the United Way of the Plains are asking for 160 volunteers for the Point-In-Time homeless count on Jan. 29 from 6:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. — sign-ups end on Dec. 11 with training set for early January.
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Eagles guitarist Joe Walsh visited the Dole VA on Veterans Day to honor soldiers before his upcoming VetsAid benefit concert at Intrust Bank Arena on Saturday—free performances by noted artists will support local veterans groups.
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints donated 36,000 pounds of food to HumanKind Ministries' Operation Holiday—an effort to provide meals to people in need.
The donation supports ongoing work to ease food insecurity in our community.
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Cargill donated turkeys and cash to Kansas Food Bank on November 12 to support local hunger relief efforts in the community.
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Business
Newk’s Eatery, a fast-casual chain from Mississippi, will open on December 8 at 10310 E. 13th St. at the Waterfront and serve sandwiches, salads, and soups.
An official ribbon-cutting ceremony is scheduled for December 10—staff hiring continues with open interviews from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Nov. 13 through Nov. 15—to prepare for a busy opening week.
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Kansas CBD shops face risk as Congress’ spending deal will set a new hemp-derived THC cap at 0.4 milligrams—CEO Trevor Burdett said his shop could lose most broad-spectrum products and is working with lawmakers during a one-year grace period.
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At 1125 N. Main St. in Hutchinson, Scuttlebutts Coffee at The Clayworks has become a local hub after joining Clayworks and now leads the Morning Brew Coffee Contest with 39% of votes — voters still have time to cast ballots before the contest ends at 11:59 p.m. on Friday, November 14.
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Culture
Wichita’s Mid-America All-Indian Museum will host a Smithsonian exhibit called Americans that shows Native American history with photos, objects and hands-on activities.
The exhibit will run from Nov. 25 to Jan. 3 and will include a members’ preview on Nov. 22 from 1—4 p.m.
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Education
McPherson College students have developed EcoPyramid—an educational card game with four decks that show different ecosystems—and they plan to launch it nationwide through a Kickstarter campaign.
A $10,000 grant from the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks funds free copies for every school district while preorders will be produced and delivered by early February.
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Government
The Wichita fallen firefighters memorial earned official state status on November 12—state officials recognized its importance in honoring those who lost their lives in service.
The designation will help guide future efforts to preserve the memorial and its legacy.
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If Congress votes to reopen the government soon, full SNAP benefits for November will be restored and states like Kansas should reload cards within three days for those who received nothing—while recipients with partial benefits may have to wait up to a week for their full allotment.
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Sports
Meteorologist Jake Dunne left Wichita on Monday evening and flew across the Atlantic as he readies for the Great World Race (he will run seven marathons in seven days on all seven continents, starting in Antarctica on Saturday).
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Wichita Events
Chair Yoga at Park City Senior Center
Friday, November 14th, 2025 · 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.
United We Dance: The Ultimate Rave Experience
Saturday, November 15th, 2025 · 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.
Joanne Shaw Taylor Concert
Sunday, November 16th, 2025 · 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.
Chair Yoga at Haysville Senior Center
Monday, November 17th, 2025 · 10:00-10:45 a.m. — Haysville Senior Center — Free for members — Engage in a supportive chair yoga session to enhance strength, balance, and community connection.
Chair Yoga Session at Maize Recreation
Wednesday, November 19th, 2025 · 1-2 p.m. — Maize Recreation Commission — $5 drop-in fee — Enjoy a gentle and supportive yoga practice designed for all mobility levels.
Best In Show - Film Screening
Thursday, November 20th, 2025 · 7-8:30 p.m. — Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center — $8 — Enjoy a hilarious satire capturing the eccentric world of dog show competitors and their charming pets.
Casey Donahew Concert
Friday, November 21st, 2025 · 8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Cotillion — All Ages — Enjoy live music from Casey Donahew with special guest Jaron Bell.
Air Capital Combat
Saturday, November 22nd, 2025 · 7-11 p.m. — The Cotillion — $48.88 to $90.24 — Enjoy an exciting night of MMA and kickboxing featuring both professional and amateur bouts for all ages.
Chelcie Lynn Live Performance
Sunday, November 23rd, 2025 · 7:30-10 p.m. — The Cotillion — $44.14 to $72.37 — Enjoy a night of laughs with Chelcie Lynn while all seating is reserved.
Chair Yoga at Maize Recreation Commission
Monday, November 24th, 2025 · 1-2 p.m. — Maize Recreation Commission — $5 drop-in — Experience the community-centered benefits of accessible chair yoga for improved strength and flexibility.