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Justin Lauppe, left, a paramedic with Butler County.

National procession honors Butler County paramedic who died in line of duty

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By KWCH Staff
Andover is one of the 32 stops for the National EMS Memorial Service Procession.

Helping Hand

A Wichita woman is honoring her parents who were affected by cancer with a fundraiser that...

Local fundraiser helps exceed $100,000 goal for Blood Cancer United with a Helping Hand donation

Updated: Jun. 8, 2026 at 9:46 PM CDT
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By Felicia Rolfe
Local fundraisers have been raising money to help families fight cancer.

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The project gives veterans a chance to tell their stories of service, which are then preserved...

Volunteers record military stories from Kansas veterans for national archive

Updated: Jun. 8, 2026 at 4:33 PM CDT
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By KWCH Staff
The Veterans History Project, created in 2000, is how the Library of Congress preserves the personal accounts of American war veterans.

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The Wichita Animal Action League partnered with Lawn Buddy, SB Mowing and several other...

Wichita neighborhood gets free pest control, lawn care for third straight year

Updated: Jun. 6, 2026 at 9:43 PM CDT
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By Brady Bauman
The annual tradition has grown from providing free yard treatments to a community event, complete with a cookout, resources for pet owners and more.

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The group raised more than $441,000. Organizers said their goal was to reach $500,000 to meet...

Community fundraiser continues with events through end of month

Updated: Jun. 6, 2026 at 8:41 PM CDT
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By KWCH Staff
The group raised more than $441,000. Organizers said their goal was to reach $500,000 to meet the needs of families in the community.

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MISS KANSAS

Miss Kansas 2026 pageant kicks off in Pratt

Updated: Jun. 4, 2026 at 10:30 PM CDT
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By KWCH Staff and Felicia Rolfe
The Miss Kansas 2026 pageant kicked off tonight in Pratt.

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ARTS

Local artists compete in live arts battle at Mark Arts

Updated: Jun. 4, 2026 at 10:29 PM CDT
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By KWCH Staff
Artists have 20 minutes to create pieces in 2D and 3D mediums

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Northeast Wichita community garden aims to expand food access

Updated: Jun. 3, 2026 at 10:28 PM CDT
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By KWCH Staff
RISE Garden at Maya Angelou Library seeks volunteers to help educate community

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running day

Wichita runners gather at Riverside Park for Global Running Day

Updated: Jun. 3, 2026 at 10:25 PM CDT
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By KWCH Staff
Multiple running groups came together for four-mile run through the park

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Andover rehab

Andover addiction treatment center to open next month

Updated: Jun. 3, 2026 at 7:06 PM CDT
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By KWCH Staff
LifeSpring Recovery of Andover will serve greater Wichita region with 80 treatment beds
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The campaign to raise money ran throughout April.

Jersey Mike’s makes donation to Kansas Big Brothers Big Sisters

Updated: Jun. 2, 2026 at 10:14 PM CDT
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By KWCH Staff
The money was raised through a campaign back in April, where customers who donated $3 to the organization were able to get a free sub.

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Report: Argentina traveling to Kansas City this weekend in preparation for World Cup

Wichita preparing to celebrate the World Cup with free community events

Updated: Jun. 2, 2026 at 9:54 PM CDT
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By Ana Valdez
Empower is one of the organizations hosting a free, two-day World Cup watch party on June 11 and 12.

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Teenagers from Kansas and Oklahoma volunteered to repair eight Wichita houses as part of the...

‘The feeling is wonderful’: Teenagers volunteer to repair eight Wichita houses

Updated: Jun. 2, 2026 at 9:22 PM CDT
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By KWCH Staff
The annual camp, sponsored by the Northside Church of Christ, celebrated its 19th anniversary this week.

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A new Kansas bill would require proof of income to qualify for reduced or free school lunches.

Free summer meal program beginning in USD 375

Updated: Jun. 2, 2026 at 4:48 PM CDT
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By Maya Daniels
Starting on Thursday at Circle Towanda Elementary, any child ages 18 and younger can get free multi-day meal packs.

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Ms. Peters jumped into action on April 3 to save a person trapped inside a flaming vehicle.

Woman saves person trapped inside flaming vehicle, presented with KHP award

Updated: Jun. 2, 2026 at 4:00 PM CDT
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By Maya Daniels
While the woman was calling 911 to report a crash she encountered, the vehicle caught on fire, and she jumped into action.

Big Brothers Big Sisters

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KWCH partners with Big Brothers Big Sisters for Bowl for Kids’ Sake fundraiser

Updated: Jun. 1, 2026 at 6:37 AM CDT
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By KWCH Staff and Keenan Penn II
KWCH is partnering with Big Brothers Big Sisters to raise money to help match Kansas youth with adult mentors.

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Festival officials said clear water bottles are allowed and can be refilled at water stations...

Riverfest visitors beat the heat with water stations and breaks inside Century II

Updated: May 31, 2026 at 5:20 PM CDT
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By KWCH Staff and Angel Alvarez
Festival officials said clear water bottles are allowed and can be refilled at water stations on the grounds.

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Riverfest 2026

Weather forces delays, rescheduling at Wichita Riverfest

Updated: May 30, 2026 at 6:35 PM CDT
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By Maya Daniels
An incoming storm has caused Wichita Riverfest to announce that Saturday evening events will be delayed.

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Big Brothers Big Sisters

Wichita Bowl for Kids’ Sake event supports mentoring for local kids

Updated: May 29, 2026 at 9:14 PM CDT
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By Angel Alvarez
Organizers say donations support programs that connect “Bigs” and “Littles” and help strengthen one-to-one relationships that can have long-term impacts for kids who are facing adversity.

Helping Hand

The inclusio crew

Wichita school creates peer mentor program to promote inclusion

Updated: May 28, 2026 at 6:58 PM CDT
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By Felicia Rolfe
A local school created a new peer mentor program to work toward inclusion, and KWCH and DeVaughn James Injury Lawyers gave a helping hand.

Kansas Now

Pigtails & Crewcuts donated a portion of Thursday’s sales to Blood Cancer United for any...

Blood Cancer United fundraiser in final push to help Kansas families

Updated: May 28, 2026 at 6:32 PM CDT
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By Annette Lawless
Elementary school students raise $1,600 through 'tattoo a teacher' day

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Wichita Public Library

Public libraries in Wichita, surrounding communities kick off summer reading programs

Updated: May 28, 2026 at 8:15 AM CDT
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By Keenan Penn II and KWCH Staff
This year’s summer reading program is dinosaur-themed, so part of the challenge includes reading at least one book about dinosaurs.

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CITY BUDGET

Faith leaders call for community-driven proposals at Wichita budget town hall

Updated: May 27, 2026 at 9:48 PM CDT
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By KWCH Staff
Day of action focuses on affordable housing, homelessness and gun violence

Kansas Proud

Ava Johnson, 12, donated 5,000 socks and underwear to EmberHope for foster children in need.

Wichita 12-year-old donates 5,000 socks, undies to foster children with EmberHope

Updated: May 26, 2026 at 6:16 PM CDT
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By Angela Smith
The annual Socks and Undies Drive raises money to buy items often overlooked for children in foster care.

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hesston cementery memorial

60 stolen grave markers returned to Hesston cemetery in time for Memorial Day

Updated: May 25, 2026 at 5:28 PM CDT
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By Ana Valdez
Community effort restores veterans' markers stolen this past winter

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Memorial Day commemoration in Wichita's Veterans Memorial Park

Wichita’s Veterans Memorial Park hosts Memorial Day commemoration

Updated: May 25, 2026 at 4:40 PM CDT
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By KWCH Staff
An annual gathering in Wichita’s Veterans Memorial Park honored men and women who gave their lives for their country.

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A group gathers in Park City on Monday morning, May 25, to complete an annual Memorial Day...

‘Murph Challenge’: Kansans join nationwide participation in annual workout honoring Medal of Honor recipient

Updated: May 25, 2026 at 3:54 PM CDT
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By Matt Heilman
In gyms and workout groups across the U.S. many took time on and leading up to Memorial Day to test their physical limits and honor a man who paid the ultimate sacrifice for his country.

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The Great Plains Tornado Outbreak took place on May 25 and 26, 1955. The storms created about...

Remembering Udall: Kansas’ deadliest tornado happened 71 years ago Monday

Updated: May 25, 2026 at 10:48 AM CDT
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By Matt Heilman
Monday marks 71 years since the Udall tornado that killed 80 people.

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"Voice of the Shockers" Mike Kennedy

Legenday ‘Voice of the Shockers’ Mike Kennedy makes final call in WSU baseball season finale

Updated: May 25, 2026 at 9:53 AM CDT
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By Matt Heilman
The “Voice of the Shockers” called his last game over the weekend with the end of the 2026 baseball season for Wichita State University.

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In Wichita on Thursday, survivors got to reconnect with the healthcare workers who helped them.

Trauma survivors honored, reconnected with healthcare workers at Wesley

Updated: May 21, 2026 at 10:06 PM CDT
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By KWCH Staff
The celebration offered a chance for survivors to reconnect with the healthcare workers who helped them.

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Restaurants and breweries in Wichita helped raise the money to build the home as part of the...

Couple purchases new home from Wichita Habitat for Humanity

Updated: May 21, 2026 at 7:40 PM CDT
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By KWCH Staff
The home marks the beginning of a new chapter of financial independence and personal freedom.

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'Finding Titanic' exhibit at Exploration Place in Wichita, Kansas

‘Finding Titanic’ exhibit comes to Exploration Place; Wichita native who made famous discovery honored

Updated: May 21, 2026 at 9:23 AM CDT
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By Keenan Penn II and KWCH Staff
“Finding Titanic: The Secret Mission” gives visitors the chance to walk in the footsteps of Dr. Robert Ballard, the man who famously discovered the Titanic shipwreck.

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Public pool in Wichita, Kansas

Wichita public pools operating on rotating schedule, starting next week

Updated: May 21, 2026 at 8:08 AM CDT
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By Matt Heilman
The City of Wichta is kicking off summer on Memorial Day (Monday) with the opening of four of its six public pools.

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The Church of Jesus Christ Latter-day Saints is donating to 250 food banks across the country...

Kansas Food Bank receives 40,000 pound donation

Updated: May 20, 2026 at 7:14 PM CDT
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By KWCH Staff
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is donating to 250 food banks in honor of America’s 250th anniversary.

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Child on a bicycle

Bike safety tips emphasized for kids as summer vacation kicks off

Updated: May 20, 2026 at 7:55 AM CDT
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By Keenan Penn II and KWCH Staff
Bike Walk Wichita highlights best practices during Bicycle Safety Month

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Plevna homeowners left without federal aid after EF-3 tornado

‘A lot of gratitude’: Plevna community looks back on EF3 tornado

Updated: May 19, 2026 at 10:40 PM CDT
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By Ana Valdez
One year later, Plevna is still recovering and facing challenges, but the community has grown closer together.

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The annual event connects adults age 60 and older in Wichita with resources and services...

‘Wellness in the Park’ connects seniors with services, activities

Updated: May 19, 2026 at 10:06 PM CDT
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By KWCH Staff
The annual event was held on Tuesday at Sedgwick County park.

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The Wichita school dedicated its community garden to Sally Nelson, a teacher who died of...

Community garden at Wichita elementary school dedicated to late teacher

Updated: May 19, 2026 at 9:06 PM CDT
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By KWCH Staff
Sally's Serenity Garden at Jefferson Elementary School was dedicated to Sally Nelson, who died from cancer in 2025.

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‘Big Red’ is the 1974 Mack truck the iconic daredevil used to get from town to town

Last piece of Evel Knievel legacy in Topeka heading for Las Vegas

Updated: May 19, 2026 at 9:12 AM CDT
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By Bryan Grabauskas and KWCH Staff
“Big Red” is the 1974 Mack truck the iconic daredevil used to get from town to town, and now has to catch up with the rest of the Knievel gear in time for next month’s opening in Las Vegas.

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FILE — The University of Minnesota Extension recently announced that it is scheduled to host...

Mental health resource for rural Americans and farmers aims to break stigmas

Updated: May 18, 2026 at 4:23 PM CDT
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By Jordan Tovar
Rural Minds’ goal is to connect people with resources and give them tools to take care of their mental health, especially in areas where mental health is not often talked about.

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Wichita Public Schools new mural.

Summer meal kicks off Wednesday for Wichita Public Schools

Updated: May 18, 2026 at 8:36 AM CDT
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By Keenan Penn II and KWCH Staff
The summer food program runs from May 27 through July 24.

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Kansas food bank produce drive

Kansas Food Bank to receive 40k-lb. food donation from Latter-day Saints

Updated: May 15, 2026 at 11:28 AM CDT
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By Jeffrey Lutz
The delivery is part of a national collaboration kicked off in November.

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honor flight

Kansas Honor Flight veterans welcomed home

Updated: May 13, 2026 at 9:31 PM CDT
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By KWCH Staff
106th Kansas Honor Flight included 90 Korea and Vietnam War veterans

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The organization aims to help children and families battling life-threatening medical conditions.

Wichita organization helping children battling life-threatening medical conditions

Updated: May 12, 2026 at 5:46 PM CDT
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By Maya Daniels
Wichita's Littlest Heroes supports families by providing financial assistance, free connection events and online support.

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The Hope Community Church in Andover hosted a "Night to Shine" prom event for people with...

Helping Hand: Hope Community Church hosts prom for people with special needs

Updated: May 11, 2026 at 11:02 PM CDT
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By Felicia Rolfe
The Night to Shine prom, held in Andover, is part of a worldwide campaign to celebrate those with special needs.

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Kansas Honor Flight

100 Kansas veterans depart on latest Honor Flight

Updated: May 11, 2026 at 9:06 AM CDT
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By Matt Heilman
The Kansas Honor Flight shared photos from early Monday morning, May 11, 2026, showing the latest group of veterans and supporters aboard a plane departing for Washington, D.C.

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Visitors also gathered to watch the Wichita Asian Association’s annual Mother’s Day event.

Botanica Wichita celebrates Mother’s Day with free admission for moms

Updated: May 10, 2026 at 7:28 PM CDT
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By Angel Alvarez and KWCH Staff
Visitors also gathered to watch the Wichita Asian Association’s annual Mother’s Day event.

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FILE - In this photo taken with a slow shutter speed, Wichita State's Ron Baker runs during...

Wichita leaders eye bid to host NCAA tournament opening-round games annually

Updated: May 8, 2026 at 9:36 PM CDT
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By Angel Alvarez and Brady Bauman
Residents also said the games would put Wichita in the national spotlight.

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Participants included local nurses and engineers, the Kansas Army and representatives from...

Isely Elementary hosts Careers on Wheels event

Updated: May 8, 2026 at 6:43 PM CDT
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By Angel Alvarez
Participants included local nurses and engineers, the Kansas Army and representatives from Cargill.

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mobile museum

Mobile museum celebrating America’s 250th birthday stops at Augusta High School

Updated: May 7, 2026 at 10:27 PM CDT
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By KWCH Staff
Freedom truck brings National Mall history to Kansas
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