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Landon Huslig
April 13, 2026

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Good morning, Wichita!

Don’t miss your chance to get your Wichita hats (on sale) or free shipping! Only one day left.

Let’s get to it!

-Landon

p.s. Happy early birthday to my baby brother Peyton!

News

Early Bird Buttons

Wichita Riverfest is less than 50 days out and honestly, can’t wait.

Buttons are now on sale and if you buy yours anytime from now until April 30th (Early Bird Buttons), you can save $5 and get your button for just $15 at Wichita area QuikTrips.

I know EVERYTHING is expensive these days, so if you want to lock in your lower price for 9 days of fun, do it today!

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.

LOCAL BUSINESS

Opening

Anniversary

The Mermaid Returns

If you missed the old Anchor restaurant sign with the mermaid, she has returned with a slight 90 degree alteration.

Ziggy’s Contest

Ziggy’s has some of the best pizza in Wichita. They are now inviting you all to inter their new pizza box competition that kicks off this Wednesday (4/15) and runs through May 15. Prizes for the winners.

Watermark Books

Watermark Books has been a Wichita staple for some time and changed ownership hands last year. Now it has partially transformed into a French-inspired Cafe that is now open.

Scottish Rite

If you are in the market for a historical building in downtown Wichita that was built in 1887 and seats 700 people in an auditorium, it is your lucky day.

NONPROFIT

National Volunteer Month

April is National Volunteer Month and volunteering is a great way to give back, have fun, and meet other people.

I have two incredible opportunities for you to look more into:

  1. Big Brothers Big Sisters is having big numbers of youth who want mentors, but they need more Bigs. This is your sign.

  2. Army of Normal Folks is a local service club that curates a list of vetted volunteer opportunities so you know your time, talent, or treasures are going to places that truly make an impact. It is run by my good friend Trey Hightower so you know it is legit.

Books & Breakfast

We need more trusted community events like this for kids and parents to come together. Kudos to those in the community like Antar Gholar and TaDonna Neal making a difference.

Family Promise of Greater Wichita

Congrats to Family Promise of Greater Wichita! This Thursday (4/16) they will host a groundbreaking ceremony to mark the start of a renovation and expansion project designed to strengthen and scale their services for families experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity in Wichita. The ceremony will be followed by an open house until 6:00 PM.

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

Woodlawn Construction

If you live in Bel Aire, this is a big deal. If not, don’t worry about it.

Woodlawn is about to get a makeover.

Spring Work Day

I get a lot of requests for opportunities to help clean up our city. This Saturday 4/18 is a chance to help at the Great Plains Nature Center (and get a free lunch)

Historic Train Car

The Great Plains Transportation Museum is looking to reuse instead of throwing away history.

They have an old baggage car they want to convert into an event space that will help fund the museum. The restoration will cost ~$70,000.

School Board

Wichita Public Schools are looking for an at-large member to join the seven-member board if you’re interested.

LOCAL

Ball Crawl 2026

Get your tickets for the Beauties and Beasts (animal rescue) pub crawl this weekend!

MatPat

OG Youtuber MatPat, known for his Theories youtube channels, will be coming to WSU this week if you’re interested!

Car Show

The 18th Annual Wheat State Car Show is coming up quick on May 8th at Parklane Shopping Center hosted in support of the Erin Is Hope Foundation!

What is a chili bun?

If you grew up around here, you know this delicacy.

This weekend, the Wind Surge transform into the Chili Buns and also welcome hot dog champ Joey Chestnut (who you can meet with a VIP ticket!)

Exploration Place

You have until May 3rd to check out the Illusions Exhibit at Exploration Place!

Victorian Tea Party

Join the Sewing History Museum’s Victorian Tea Party Fundraiser on Saturday, April 18th at the Wichita Boathouse!

Native American Veterans Benefits and Claims Event

There is a free event on Friday, April 24th (no appts needed) for Veterans and spouses!

Arts Council Grants

Four Artists are Awarded the 1st Grants of 2026! Congrats to Denita Benyshek, Emmanuel Campos aka DEBER614, Michael K Davenport, and Madeleine White!

Zoo Updates

Over the weekend, the Sedgwick County Zoo celebrated some elephant birthdays! Kijani turns one tomorrow and Bilmani turned one last Friday!

If you missed your chance to wheel wild this past weekend, get your tickets for May 9th today!

Work with Us at Riverfest.

Kansas Media Collective (aka KMC = Wichita Life + Wichita by EB + Manage to Create) is BACK this year to bring the best of Riverfest to Wichita! Interested in collaborating with us?

ICT EXTRA

Beware Blue-Green Algae

Wichita State Bowling

Congrats to the WSU Women’s bowling team on a great season, even if they fell just short of their goal.

Dinner Club

Ready for the next dinner club? The April date is already live and you can sign up now! We actually have two dates available now:

  • May 12th

  • May 19th - this one is for 55+ only (we won’t ID you, but this was a request from multiple people)

Click the banner above to view the full event calendar

Tuesday 4/14

  • Trivia | Candle Club | 7pm

  • Singo | Chicken N Pickle | 7pm

Wednesday 4/15

Thursday 4/16

LIVE MUSIC

Don't see your concert or show here?

SPORTS

That's it for today! Send this to someone who has complained about the price of a Riverfest button.

Thanks!

- Landon