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A long list of Wichita restaurants offering 2026 Veterans Day discounts, freebies

Veterans Day is on Wednesday, and as usual, lots of Wichita restaurants are offering free meals or food discounts to those who serve or have served in the military. Here is a verified list of deals and specials that will be offered in Wichita on Wednesday. Keep in mind that all the specials require a military ID, and most are offered to active duty and retired military members. Many restaurants also invite first responders to partake. All deals listed are available on Wednesday, Nov. 11, unless otherwise noted. Know of one I missed? E-mail me at dneil@wichitaeagle.com , and I’ll add it. Also, keep checking back because this list will surely get longer as Wednesday gets closer. 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. For dine-in only. Bluehook Cajun Seafood & Bar , 2244 N. Webb Road: 10% off total bill

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‘I want to have a future in America’: Young Kansans are finding their place in civic life

On a sunny, blustery Monday leading up to the Nov. 3 general election, thousands converged on Park City, about 10 miles north of Wichita, for a rally featuring President Donald Trump. As is often the case in American politics, most participants were older — one protester proudly said his first...

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Free bike lights available on Friday night as part of WPD’s annual giveaway

WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Wichita police want to help keep you safe when you’re riding your bike at night. On Friday, the Wichita Police Department is giving out free lights for bikes. The annual light giveaway is in partnership with Bike Walk Wichita. Anyone can bring their bike to...

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ICYMI: A roundup of the top Wichita restaurant news from October

October brought several restaurants openings, closings and lease signings. Here’s a quick catch-up on the stories that you might have missed: Haysville sushi spot expanding: Hikari Sushi and Ramen, which opened two years ago in Haysville, is opening a Wichita location at 2516 E. Central in mid-to-late November. Owner Candra Wijanarko will carry over the same menu of sushi, rolls, poke bowls, bento boxes and ramen. The space was most recently home to the short-lived Filipino restaurant Kusina Ni Cheska. Riverside corner building auctioned: The 210-square-foot building at 11th and Bitting that most recently housed Nacho Mama’s is headed to auction through McCurdy Real Estate & Auction , along with the converted house behind it. Built around 1922 as a Golden Rule filling station, the building has housed restaurants, salons and retail shops for more than a century. Bidding opened Tuesday Nov. 3 and closes Nov. 11. Two restaurant owners detained: La Galette French Bakery owner Rob Attar remains in ICE custody while his attorney Abdul Arif pursues an emergency motion, and Lady Burritos owner Yesica Marisol Pena Olivas was also detained along with her mother, brother and sister. La Galette is staying open with help from longtime employee Maria

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7 dishes families ordered at Pizza Hut in the red-tablecloth days, from pan pizza to garlic bread

The first Pizza Hut opened in Wichita, Kansas in 1958, and for the next three decades the chain meant a real table in a real building, not a box left on a porch. The dining rooms had red-and-white checked tablecloths, wooden booths worn smooth, and a jukebox in the corner of more than a few locations. Pitchers of soda reached the table first. The pizza came out of a pan so hot the cheese held its shape for a full minute before it settled.

Wichita Eagle

Wichita bakery has quietly been selling homemade bread, croissants since spring

Wichita is chronically short on businesses that produce fresh-baked bread and pastries. But a new one has just opened downtown, and its young owners have quietly developed a loyal following. Dinky Bread opened in May in the space on the lower level of the Garvey Center , 220 W. Douglas, that most recently was occupied by a different bakery called Jake’s Fresh Bakes . The space also has been home over the years to Perfect Plate and an outpost of Reverie Roasters . The new bakery is owned by engaged couple Allie Owens and Ryan Porcu, who started their business at the Kansas Grown Farmer’s Market in 2025. From their booth, they’d sell Allie’s flaky croissants and crusty loaves as well as Ryan’s homemade cookies. The booth quickly earned return customers and frequently sold out completely before the market closed. Porcu said he realized that Owens — who he nicknamed “Dinky” — had skills that would be in demand in Wichita and suggested that they find a brick-and-mortar location. The two found the vacant space at the Garvey Center. They’re now open from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, when they sell fresh-baked croissants, pastries, sandwiches on Owens’

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Crime Stoppers: Wichita police seeking suspects after 4 shot near club on Halloween

Crime Stoppers: Wichita police seeking suspects after 4 shot near club on Halloween. That bullet came from a block away. Police say it happened around 3:45 Saturday morning outside an after-hours nightclub near Maple and West streets. They shared video that shows people running, screaming and falling after being hit by bullets.

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Kapaun wins in battle of 2025 champions

WICHITA, Kan. (Catch it Kansas) - The reigning 4A champion put on a show in a battle of heavyweights, Kapaun moving on to sectionals with a 70-28 victory. In its first year back in 5A, No. 2 Kapaun has done nothing short of domination. Coming off their 2025 4A championship campaign, the Crusaders have yet to drop a game, winning every contest by an average of 42 points.

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Regional Round of Playoffs: Live Q&A with Weston Schartz

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Take a look inside the new home of this longtime Wichita Mexican restaurant

It’s opening day for a popular west-side Mexican restaurant. Make that re-opening day. More than a week ago , Pedro Guevara closed his Puerto Vallarta Mexican Restaurant, which he’d operated at 608 N. Tyler for nearly eight years, so that he could move it to a bigger spot less than half a mile away, at 756 N. Tyler. Guevara and his wife, Elizabeth Zaragoza, put on a ribbon cutting outside the new business this morning and now are welcoming customers in to celebrate their grand reopening. The hours, for now, are 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays. Guevara said he plans to add Sunday hours — and Sunday brunch service — in about a month. The restaurant is serving the same Mexican specialties it did at its previous address with a few additions. Puerto Vallarta now has a second menu filled with American dishes such as pizza, sandwiches, chicken-fried chicken, chicken tenders and wings. Guevara decided to make the move not only because he’d outgrown his own space but also because he’d been having trouble with the air conditioning in his original building. Puerto Vallarta has taken over both the bar side and the restaurant side of the

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EPA drops livestock emissions estimating plan

Livestock and poultry producers are welcoming a decision by the EPA to abandon plans to finalize emissions-estimating methodologies for farms and ranches.

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Kansas Weather Today: Lows Near 32 Before 70s Return Monday

WICHITA, KS – Residents across central, south-central and southeast Kansas are facing a chilly start to the weekend Friday, but a significant temperature turnaround is approaching. Afternoon highs could climb into the lower 70s by Monday as sunshine and warmer conditions return to the region.

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Mark Arts kicks off 59th annual Holiday Tables exhibition in Wichita

WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) — Holiday tradition took center stage in Wichita on Thursday as Mark Arts opened its 59th annual Holiday Tables exhibition. Visitors gathered to view elaborate, custom tablescapes designed by local creatives, area businesses, and civic organizations. The multi-day showcase also features pop-up shopping, artisan boutiques, and special evening community gatherings.

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Wichita district discontinues Choices Fair, shifting how families can explore magnet options

The Wichita school district will no longer hold an annual event designed to showcase its magnet schools and other special programs. For more than 20 years, the district has hosted a Choices Fair — or Showcase of Choices and Opportunities — at Century II. Schools from across the district set up booths or demonstrations, and families could browse the displays to learn more about the dozens of special schools or programs.

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Bishop Carroll opens up offense, crusies to sectionals

WICHITA, Kan. (Catch it Kansas) - Tied at 7 a piece early, Bishop Carroll offense locked in and took over in their dominant, 34-7 win over Maize South. Aedyn Acosta lead the night for the Golden Eagles in dominant fashion to propel Bishop Carroll to their fourth straight win and ninth win of the season, keeping them alive in the postseason.

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Wichita State Shockers at Kansas City Roos: Friday Preview

The Wichita State Shockers and the Kansas City Roos meet on Friday, Nov. 6, at 6:30 p.m. ET. The post Wichita State Shockers at Kansas City Roos: Friday Preview appeared first on Ball Exclusives .

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Wichita State may have found its biggest advantage in the American Conference race

Wichita State center William Berg recorded career highs of 26 points and 16 rebounds against CSUN, helping the Shockers open the 2026–27 season with a victory.

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‘Double Coverage’: Early struggles, big wins on the hardwood

In this episode of Double Coverage, KSN Sports Director Michael Emami and KSN Sports Reporter Ian Sacks take a closer look at Wichita State's performance and outlook, what's next for Kansas State, and whether the Jayhawks can keep the momentum rolling.