A Tale of Two Bottlenecks: Why Wichita Fixes One Problem While Another Festers
WICHITA, Kansas. — In Wichita, public frustration with infrastructure is a tale of two cities, embodied by two persistent, high-profile bottlenecks: a downtown bridge that shears the tops off trucks and a rail corridor that holds north-side commuters hostage. On the surface, both problems appear to stem from the same issue: a lack of official…
‘More Than a Sign’: Wichita Honors Native Son Joe Walsh for a Lifetime of Music and Service
WICHITA, Kansas. – For 75 years, the story of Joe Walsh and his hometown was one of tragedy and separation. On Friday, it became a story of homecoming and honor. The city of Wichita, in a heartfelt ceremony, renamed a portion of English Street at the intersection of St. Francis to “Joe Walsh Way”. The…
Eastridge Prayer Tree 2025 Prayer Request
‘Wichita’s 1st Dispensary’ Raided by Sheriff, ATF in “Narcotics and Weapons” Probe
WICHITA, Kansas. – A business that marketed itself as “Wichita’s 1st Dispensary” was the center of a massive law enforcement operation, with the Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office and the federal ATF conducting “coordinated searches” at eight locations. Authorities raided six High Hopes ICT storefronts and two private residences as part of what they described as…
Eastridge Prayer Tree
In a world that can feel disconnected, we wanted to create a dedicated space where our community can come together to share our burdens, celebrate our joys, and lift each other up in prayer. This isn’t just a form; it’s a living, growing wall of community support. The Prayer Tree is a place to find…
Wichita Weekly Weather Watch: Sun, Shifts, and a Chilly Twist!
Happy Thursday, Wichita! If you’ve been loving these mild November temps, you are in for a treat this weekend—but keep your jackets handy, because a classic Kansas switch-up is waiting for us next week. Here is your exclusive day-by-day breakdown for Thursday, Nov 13 through Friday, Nov 21. 🌞 Thursday, Nov 13 – The Golden…
Wichita City Manager Decisive Moment: A Profile of the Three Finalists Vying to Lead Wichita
After a seven-month national search that attracted 89 applicants, the City of Wichita has officially named the three finalists for its most critical leadership role: City Manager. The announcement on November 10, 2025, sets the stage for the most significant transition in municipal leadership in nearly two decades, as the city prepares to replace retiring…
The Cheesecake Factory is Officially Coming to Wichita, But Not Everyone is Celebrating
WICHITA, KS – For years, it has been Wichita’s most enduring restaurant rumor, a long-running local meme that felt more like a punchline than a possibility. But the speculation is finally over. The Cheesecake Factory, the iconic casual-dining giant with its novel-length menu, is officially coming to Wichita. The confirmation didn’t come from a…
Wichita at a Crossroads: The Search for a New City Manager and the Future of Kansas’s Largest City
A New Era of Leadership: Transition in the Air Capital Wichita stands at a generational inflection point. The announced retirement of City Manager Robert Layton, effective December 31, 2025, marks the end of a 16-year tenure characterized by remarkable administrative stability and a profound physical transformation of the city’s landscape. This transition is far more…
Wichita’s Week Ahead: A Soggy Start to September 2025
WICHITA, KANSAS – As August closes its chapter, Wichita and much of Kansas are preparing for a shift in the atmosphere. The week of August 31, 2025, is kicking off with a damp and dreary feel, with an ongoing chance for precipitation that will linger throughout the early part of the week. Here’s the detailed…