Riverfest unveils 51st Admiral Windwagon Smith

Published   Mar 12, 2025 09:30PM
On Wednesday, Wichita Festivals Inc. officially announced that the Admiral Windwagon Smith of this year's Riverfest is Alan Howarter. ... Read more

17-year-old charged in acid attack on Wichita woman, DA says

A 17-year-old suspect has been arrested following an attack on a woman in May, which left the victim with second-degree burns to her face and neck. ... Read more

Two marijuana bills introduced at Kansas statehouse

TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) — Bills that would legalize medical and recreational cannabis use in Kansas have been introduced in the House and Senate. Last week, Senate Bill 294 was introduced to authorize the processing, distribution, sale and use of medic ... Read more

Tree trimming mishap leads to local man stuck 35-feet up a t

A branch weighing more than 300 pounds falls against a Sedgwick County homeowner, pinning him 35 feet up a tree. ... Read more

Two large house fires in one day in Arkansas City

Published   Mar 12, 2025 08:29PM
Arkansas City firefighters have been busy Wednesday. In the morning, they let a house burn while protecting neighboring homes. In the afternoon, they were called to another fire east of the city. ... Read more

Art meets basketball in new downtown Wichita initiative

A new initiative, “Bouncing through Downtown: Art & Basketball,” highlights basketball-themed art in downtown Wichita in celebration of the 2025 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament. ... Read more

Sedgwick County Zoo attraction now comes free

The Zoo says Stingray Cove previously required an attractions ticket, but now the experience is included in the price of admission. ... Read more

Woman charged for allegedly dragging deputy with car in Sedg

A woman who is accused of allegedly dragging a Sedgwick County deputy with her car has been charged. ... Read more