🌾 Airport Master Plan

Where do you want to see a direct flight?

Author

Landon Huslig
June 22, 2026

TOGETHER WITH

Good morning, Wichita!

I hope all the dads had a great Father’s Day and thank you to my dad for being the best I could ask for.

Let’s get to it!

-Landon

Together with Advanced Orthopaedic Associates

There are times when you need to visit the ER.

But there are also times when there are better options, like AOA Now Orthopaedic Immediate Care from Advanced Orthopaedic Associates.

If you experience a sudden bone, joint, or muscle injury such as a sprain, strain, broken bone, sports injury, or sudden joint pain, their team can help you get the care you need without the long waits or high cost of the emergency room.

Walk-ins are welcome, and you will be seen by orthopaedic specialists who can evaluate your injury, order imaging if needed, and help coordinate follow-up care in one visit.

AOA Now is open seven days a week, making it a convenient option when injuries happen outside normal doctor’s office hours. Check out both the east or the west locations.

LOCAL BUSINESS

Opening

Paradise Corner

A new retail center called Paradise Center is coming to Goddard that will include a large sit-down restaurant and more.

Solar Farm

You know when you drive out to Colorado through western Kansas and you see a ton of wind turbines?

It seems like Sedgwick County might have a small-scale version of that, but for solar panels.

STARTUP

Pizza Hut

Maybe it doesn’t seem like a a startup, but Pizza Hut once was started in Wichita for just $600 in 1958.

Fast forward to 1977 and the Carney brothers, Dan and Frank) sold to then PepsiCo for $300 million in stock (they owned 10%). Now Pizza Hut has just sold for $2.7 billion.

NONPROFIT

United Way

We have long been talking about the need for more affordable housing in Wichita. United Way has come to the same conclusion as the number of “newly homeless households in Wichita and Sedgwick County has surged by 147% since 2020”.

Fan Distribution

The Salvation Army is partnering with Evergy to help beat the heat with their annual Fan Distribution on 6/24.

Second Light

Second Light is the homeless shelter + all resources in one spot hub for Wichita. They just announced a a $1 million transformative investment grant challenge where if they can raise 7 figures, the United Way will match that over three years.

Together with The Podcast Room

Have you always wanted to start a podcast, but don’t know where to start?

Let’s stop you right there.

Call Troy at The Podcast Room and let the Trussell Media Studios team take care of you.

All you have to do is show up and chat. What better time than the new year to start a new habit?

CIVIL

Bus Stop

Today is the first day where bus drivers will need a bus stop at the new hub as free rides have ended.

Wichita Music Census Open for Feedback

If you’re part of Wichita’s music community in any way, take 10 minutes to complete the Wichita Music Census. The results will help local leaders better understand and support Wichita’s music scene through data-driven decisions.

Red, White & BOOM!

Red, White & BOOM! returns July 4 with Wichita’s biggest Independence Day celebration, lighting up the downtown skyline with a fireworks show over the Arkansas River. Fireworks begin around 9:30pm following the Wind Surge game at Equity Bank Park, and this year’s display is choreographed to music through the Pyrocast app for an even more immersive experience.

Airport Master Plan

Wichita currently has 14 nonstop destinations on six airlines.

Some potential updates that the Wichita City Council is reviewing is a longer concourse with more gates, an international terminal for flights to Mexico, new parking garage, and more.

City Manager

Many people have no idea how the City government works (tbh, I have one foot in this bucket).

Check out the Wichita Business Journal interview with Dennis Marstall, the Wichita city manager.

LOCAL

Ballet Wichita presents Alice in Wonderland

Fall down the rabbit hole with Ballet Wichita’s Alice in Wonderland at Sebits Auditorium at Friends University, June 26 at 7pm and June 27 at 2pm. Featuring more than 60 local dancers, this family-friendly production brings Alice, the White Rabbit, the Mad Hatter, and the Queen of Hearts to life on stage. The show runs about 90 minutes with intermission, tickets start at $30, and it makes for an easy date night or family outing.

Doc Takes Flight Again

After years sitting in the Mojave Desert, Doc, the restored WWII-era bomber brought back by a Wichita nonprofit led by Josh Wells, is heading out on its summer air show tour.

Cheapest Fresh Berries

Pink Floyd Tribute

A Pink Floyd tribute band is bringing a one-night immersive show to Wichita on July 11, with plans to attempt a world record and donate half of ticket sales to the American Cancer Society.

Freedom Festival

Freedom Festival is bringing an all-day celebration to Red Brick Room on July 3 with a lineup of 15 local bands, food trucks, face painting, and activities for all ages. Tickets are just $15, making it an easy way to kick off Fourth of July weekend while supporting local music and enjoying a night of community fun.

Exhibit on Native Artists

Following Blackbear IV: An Annual Invitational for Native artists is now open at the Mid-America All-Indian Museum and runs through August 27, showcasing work from 11 Native artists across a range of contemporary Indigenous styles and perspectives. All artwork will be available for purchase, supporting both the artists and the museum’s mission to preserve, promote, and celebrate Native art and culture.

BOGO

If you want to save a buck, get your buy one get one free deal on adult tickets for the Kansas State Fair tomorrow (6/23).

Big Phil

Big Jordan Phillips is an NFL player for the Bills and Wichita native (I played him in football in high school).

Race Track for Sale

If you have dreamed of owning 33 acres and a race track, this sale might be for you.

7th Grade Braille

Congrats to Dallas Fronken who will represent Wichita at the Braille Challenge as one of 49 finalists.

Fastest Growing Company

Wichita Life Polos

Get yours today! (just in time for the Wichita Open this weekend 😉)

Click the banner above to view the full event calendar

Monday 6/22

Tuesday 6/23

Wednesday 6/24

Thursday 6/25

LIVE MUSIC

Don't see your concert or show here?

SPORTS

That's it for today! Send this to someone who would love a Wichita themed polo for the open this weekend.

Thanks!

- Landon