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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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KAKE TV

Wichita Public Schools planning student moves after closures of L’Ouverture, Pleasant Valley

Wichita Public Schools planning student moves after closures of L’Ouverture, Pleasant Valley. After the passing of the $615 million school bond issue on Election Day, L’Ouverture and Pleasant Valley are set to close at the end of the 2026-2027 school year. OK Elementary and Woodland are now slated to close at the end of the 2028-2029 school year.

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KNSS Radio

Wichita City Council puts in overtime in nighttime meeting

A $500 thousand increase in funding was approved for irrigation improvements at Tex Consolver and Auburn Hills Golf Courses.

Wichita, KS · 15h

FoodWorldNews

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GreenAcres Market Closes Two Wichita Stores and Its Oklahoma City Location, Leaving Bradley Fair and Lawton Open

GreenAcres Market has permanently closed two of its three Wichita stores and its Oklahoma City location, leaving shoppers with just two GreenAcres stores: Bradley Fair in east Wichita and Lawton, Oklahoma, KSN reported Nov. 6 after the company announced the change on Facebook. The Wichita closures affect the store at...

Wichita, KS · 12h

KSN News

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‘Double Coverage’: Big night for Kansas, K-State and Wichita State

In this episode of "Double Coverage," KSN Sports Reporter Ian Sacks breaks down local college basketball matchups, previews Kansas vs. Kentucky and discusses the Chiefs' trade deadline moves.

Wichita, KS · 21h

KWCH.com

Nov. 11, 1911: Temperatures plummet, people die as strongest cold front in history stuns central U.S.

WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - A historic day for extreme weather remains a fascinating case for meteorologists and everyday people alike, 115 years later. On Nov. 11, 1911, the strongest cold front in recorded history made its way across the Midwest. The extreme event, dubbed “the Great Blue Norther,” saw temperatures drop up to 50 degrees in one hour and up to 90 degrees in 24 hours.

Wichita, KS · 5h

KSN.com

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 Eagle

Large proposed multifamily development in Goddard clears a hurdle

Even as Wichita-area homebuyers continue to struggle to find attainable housing options, the city of Goddard is close to giving approvals for Lange Real Estate to be able to move forward with a development that could help ease at least some of that demand. Lange wants to build duplexes, and perhaps quadplexes, sixplexes and even a limited number of single-family homes, on a 155-acre site west of 167th Street West between Maple and Central. In an interview with The Eagle, Ryan Mills, director of development for Lange Real Estate, said there is likely to be approximately 275 lots with a total of 550 to 600 residences in the phased development, with tentative price points anywhere from the mid-$200,000s to $350,000. At its Nov. 9 meeting, the Goddard Planning Commission approved a zoning change and development plan necessary for Lange’s project to go forward. The Goddard City Council will consider final approval of the project at its Nov. 16 meeting. “We’re challenged with: How do you provide moderate affordable housing options and do that in an efficient manner?” Mills said at the planning commission meeting. “I think it’s important for the community to understand that diversity in housing is an obstacle

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Wichita Eagle

Updated: More Wichita restaurants added to 2026 Veterans Day deals list for Nov. 11

Veterans Day falls on Wednesday, and since this list first published Saturday, several more Wichita-area restaurants have confirmed free meals and discounts for those who served. A military ID is required at nearly every stop, and most offers extend to active-duty and retired service members. Many restaurants also welcome first responders. All deals are good Wednesday, Nov. 11, unless otherwise noted. Know of a deal that’s missing? Email dneil@wichitaeagle.com and it will be added. 7 Brew , several Wichita locations: 50% off drinks. Applebee’s , many Wichita locations: Free entree from a special menu plus a $5 card good toward a future meal. Arby’s , several Wichita locations: Free classic roast beef sandwich. Must be redeemed in store. No purchase necessary. The Barn , 307 W. Dean St., Burrton: Free meal. BJ’s Brewhouse , 7960 E. Kellogg: Free Pizookie cookie. Dine-in only. Bluehook Cajun Seafood & Bar , 2244 N. Webb Road: 10% off total bill. Bob & Luigi’s , 325 W. Central, Andover: 15% off. Bricktown Brewery , 2142 N. Tyler, 2035 N. Rock Road: Free meal from select menu. Bronx Pizza & Pints , 2140 W. 21st St.: Free one-topping slice of pizza. Bubba’s 33 , 412 S.

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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.

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iHeartSports

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Missouri State vs. Wichita State TV & Stream – Nov. 10

Find out where to watch the Wichita State Shockers vs. Missouri State Bears college basketball game on November 10, 2026.

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Precautions urged in early stage of cold and flu season in Sedgwick County

WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - While there have been no reported flu cases in Sedgwick County emergency rooms as of Friday for the 2026-27 cold and flu season, Sedgwick County Health Director Adrienne Byrne said respiratory viruses are beginning to increase ahead of Thanksgiving. With that, Byrne advised that now is...

Sedgwick County, KS · 2d

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West Wichita Face Foundrie opens today with $25 facials ahead of a grand opening

A second Face Foundrie is coming to west Wichita. Here’s what to know The facial bar is opening at the Shops at Avante II at 37th North and Ridge Road less than two months after the first Wichita location opened at Bradley Fair. Owners Hunter and Mallory Mitchem are offering introductory pricing ahead of the official Dec. 1 opening. FULL STORY: West-siders won’t have to drive across town for this Bradley Fair business anymore Here are key takeaways: Hunter and Mallory Mitchem, who also operate SweatHouz wellness studios at both retail centers, are expanding Face Foundrie to west Wichita. Hunter Mitchem said the brands share similar clients, business models and real estate strategies. Every treatment runs under 60 minutes. “We’re an inclusive facial bar,” Mitchem said. “We have very high-end products. . . . It’s an elevated environment, but it’s an under-60-minute service. . . . We’re all very busy people.” Starting Nov. 11 and running through the rest of the month, new clients can book appointments for $25. Regular pricing starts when the business fully opens Dec. 1. A founding membership rate of $79 a month — good for a lifetime — is available throughout November, with added product

Wichita, KS · 10h

Timeless Dishes

5 American Food Chains Launched Between 1916 and 1940, and How Each Started

Nathan's Famous, White Castle, Howard Johnson's, Krispy Kreme and Dairy Queen all opened between 1916 and 1940. Here is how each started. The post 5 American Food Chains Launched Between 1916 and 1940, and How Each Started appeared first on Timeless Dishes .

Wichita, KS · 6h

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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...

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KSN News

Wichita airport rounds up equipment for snow rodeo to practice before winter

Workers practiced formations with plows and sprayers, along with blade, blower and brush trucks.

Wichita Eagle

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City Council to consider first steps to swapping school and park land

After voters approved a $615 million bond issue put forth by Wichita Public Schools, the school district and the city are set to consider first steps in exchanging Wichita’s Claude Lambe Park for USD 259-owned L’Ouverture Career Exploration and Technology Magnet Elementary School property. Local. September 13, 2026...

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KSN News

Tanganyika announces name of rare baby anteater after public vote

A baby giant anteater pup born at Tanganyika Wildlife Park this year was finally given a name on Tuesday.

Wichita, KS · 18h

KSN.com

Pleasant Tuesday before a cooldown after midweek

As of 5am, visibility for most of the area is in good shape. However, reduced visibility in northern portions of Oklahoma has started to make its way into South Central Kansas. A Dense Fog Advisory will be in effect until 10am for Harper and Sumner Counties and also Kay County in Oklahoma.

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Wichita Eagle