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As median age of first-time homebuyers soars, experts wonder why young people aren’t in the market for starter homes

WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - For the second year in a row, the median age of a first-time homebuyer in Wichita is at a historic high of 40. The National Association of Realtors said affordability remains the biggest obstacle for first-time homebuyers. “Is the cost of housing so much that (young...

Wichita, KS · 14h

KSN.com

The Wichita Metro Crime Commission’s evolution over 74 years

WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) – When the Wichita Metro Crime Commission was first created back in 1952, it was composed of Wichita residents hoping to help law enforcement fight the rise of the mafia in the Sunflower State. However, the nonprofit organization has transitioned to helping first responders and law...

Wichita, KS · 20h

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Elevator issues cause fire alarm to sound at Wallace Hall

The Wichita Fire Department responded to a fire alarm at Wallace Hall Saturday evening. Around 7:30 p.m., a firefighter on the scene told The Sunflower that one of the elevators had an issue with a mechanical motor which caused it to start smoking. The smoke spread throughout the elevator shaft...

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‘They fought for the opportunity for us to be here’: Wichita parade honors veterans

The sound of drums and music filled downtown Wichita on Saturday as community members gathered for the city's annual Veterans Day Parade.

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Week of November 9: Job of the Day

WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) — This week, the Workforce Centers of South Central Kansas are highlighting 2nd Chance Friendly Positions this week. MONDAY: HIL-Lab Technician | Hiland Dairy | Wichita | $19-$21 | Qualifications: •High School Diploma or Equivalent •6+ months of previous experience in a laboratory environment | www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13707050 | Hiland Dairy has 1 additional job posting on KANSASWORKS.

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Melissa Etheridge returning home to Kansas for latest tour

WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — A Grammy Award-winning artist is returning home to Kansas to perform at Wichita’s Orpheum Theatre. Leavenworth native Melissa Etheridge will bring her “Rise Again” tour to Wichita on April 21. Tickets go on sale Friday. Known for hits like “I’m the Only...

Wichita, KS · 15h

KFH Sports Radio

40 years ago: the final home game for Wichita State football

Explore the final Wichita State football home game at Cessna Stadium 40 years ago, a 17-10 loss to Illinois State. Relive Shocker history.

Wichita, KS · 20h

Wichita Eagle

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Wichita City Council quietly extended Flock contract on Election Day

The Wichita City Council quietly approved an extension to its 5-year contract with Flock Safety at an Election Day meeting. The council voted 5-1 on Tuesday to extend the contract for automated license plate readers and gunshot-detection equipment until March 31, 2027. The cost is $259,208.63. Wichita also uses Flock drones as part of its privately funded Drone as First Responder surveillance partnership with QuikTrip. The Flock extension was published in the city’s Tuesday agenda packet less than 24 hours before the meeting. It was not labeled as its own agenda item and was instead bundled in the “Board of Bids and Contracts” section of the agenda as a change order for Flock’s hardware and software maintenance — along with several other routine items such as water treatment chemicals. No public comment is allowed for that portion of the meeting. The city’s contract with Flock has come under heightened scrutiny as part of what privacy advocates call a “warrantless surveillance dragnet” in Wichita that allows the Wichita Police Department and agencies across the U.S. to track residents’ movements in real time throughout the city. One Wichita man has sued the city seeking to have the cameras removed; the city wants

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Late Push Not Enough on Saturday Night in Loss vs. Tulsa

WICHITA, Kan. (Nov. 7) – Jake Sibell made 39 saves, and Wichita fell on Saturday night to Tulsa, 3-1, at INTRUST Bank Arena on Native American Heritage Night. The Tulsa netminder saw 34 shots in the final 40 minutes of regulation. He was named the number one star for his performance.

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Women’s Soccer draws with Friends, but falls in shootout

WICHITA – Kansas Wesleyan Women's Soccer played to a 1-1 draw with the Friends University Falcons on Saturday evening in the KCAC Semifinals, but the Falcons would advance to next week's championship winning the penalty shootout 4-3. It was the 21st appearance in the last 22 seasons in the KCAC tournament semifinals for the Coyotes who will end their season on a 13-match unbeaten streak, going 9-0-4 over the run.

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WSU Tech offering full-ride drone scholarships for Spring 2027

WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Wichita State University Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology (WSU Tech) announced further opportunities for students surrounding its new drone lab at the National Center for Aviation Training. These opportunities come with full-ride scholarships for students interested in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). WSU Tech said the...

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Women's Basketball Opens 2026-27 Season with Veteran Roster and New Faces

The Rockhurst women's basketball team opens its 2026-27 season Monday (Nov. 9) on the road against Newman University in Wichita, Kansas, with tipoff scheduled for 6 p.m. The Hawks enter the new campaign with a revamped roster featuring a combination of returning experience and several transfers looking to make an immediate impact. Head coach Larry Park enters his 18th season leading the program as Rockhurst looks to improve upon last season's results.

Kansas City, MO · 23h

Salina Post

Vote canvass begins today across the state

SALINA, KAN. - We have voted. The results are in. But there remain questions with several close races on the state level. The canvass process has begun at locations across the state. In Salina, the vote canvass for the November third elections will take place November 16th, 2026. That canvass will begin at 9 a.m. in room 107 B of the city-county building at 300 West Ash street in Salina.

Salina, KS · 20h

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MHS student section hypes bullpups during football game

The McPherson High school student section showed its school spirit Friday night at the Bullpups football game against Augusta at home. Students gathered in the stands to cheer on the team and support their classmates. The student section is a big part of high school football games. Students participate in...

Mcpherson, KS · 1d

KAKE TV

Wins for Kansas: Catholic Charities, Diocese of Wichita

Three mornings a week in south Wichita, Catholic Charities' “Our Daily Bread” food pantry offers help and hope on South Hillside, between Pawnee and 31st.

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Rose Hill Rockets Repeat as Kansas Class 4-1A Boys State Soccer Champions

Rose Hill has won back-to-back Kansas Class 4-1A boys state soccer championships. The Rockets (19-1) shut out Berean Academy 5-0 Saturday night at Topeka’s Hummer Sports Park for their second straight state title. The state championship and third-place games were originally scheduled to be played at Scheels Stryker Sports...

Rose Hill, KS · 1d

thesunflower.com

Art imitates life in new student-driven exhibit ‘Wired’

“Wired” is the McKnight Center’s latest exhibit, a full display that takes up space on all three floors of the building. The studio tools class created the double-sided concept as a play on words. One meaning was the skill they were learning of putting wires on the back of frames, and the second was the stress-filled life of an artist.

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