So have you seen the new Tom Holland, Jon Bernthal, and Zendaya movie yet?

Oh.. there are two of those?

Anyways, let’s get to it!

- Landon

Zoo Passport

Our local Zoo is one of the best zoos in the country. For one reason, they continually push the limit and continue to expand.

Their newest campaign is the Passport to Adventure!

Your passport is a fun (free) guide through each of the Zoo’s immersive habitats. Get yours today!

Zoobilee is also coming up pretty quick if you want to partake.

Together with Flatwater Fitness

Paddle to Gravel (P2G) is a one-of-a-kind adventure race that combines paddling, cycling, and trail running through the scenic Augusta City Lake area.

Whether you're competing solo or with a relay team, P2G welcomes all skill levels for a fun, supportive challenge that celebrates fitness, the outdoors, and community.

Interested in advertising with us?

LOCAL BUSINESS

Opening

Teriyaki Madness - 344 N Hillside - Grand Opening Friday 8/7
Brad’s Chicken, Bullets & BBQ - 2625 W Pawnee (former Chuck’s Hot Chicken) - Opening Saturday 8/8
Hawaiian Bros - 10291 W 37th St N - Opening Monday 8/10
Black Bird Burger (same owner as Red Bird) - 5510 E Central - Opening in 2 weeks
FACE FOUNDRIÉ East Wichita - 2000 N Rock Rd Ste 134 (Bradley Fair) - Opening 8/17

Anniversary

Congrats to all of these businesses on big anniversaries!

Wichita Brewing Company West - Celebrating 15 years on 8/1!
Museum of World Treasures - Celebrating 25 years today (7/31)!
Blood Orchard - Celebrating 155th anniversary of homesteading on 8/1

Moving

Evie & Alec boutique - moving from Andover to Central & Woodlawn (former Findings Etc space) - Findings may still do pop-ups

BIG Move

Walker’s Jazz Lounge has been a staple on Mosley St since they opened downtown 3 years ago. Their final shows at the current venue are tonight with Pisano/Trujillo/Shaw Featuring Sage Judd.

They aren’t going away though, you’ll be able to check out the new Chapter Walker’s @ Works at the Somewhere Works space as part of a special collab just a few blocks away.

Ballpark District

The question of if the Riverfront, specifically the west side, will ever be developed may finally be answered.

Yesterday was the groundbreaking for the Wichita Ballpark District, the $113 million mixed-use development adjacent to Equity Bank Park in the Delano neighborhood, anchored by the 160-room Wichita Tribute Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio property by Marriott.

Nonstop Flights

Fly ICT and the Wichita airport now offer (well, once March comes around) nonstop flights to 15 cities. What is the next city you’d like a direct flight to?

Food Trucks

If you think you’ve been hot during the stretch of dog days of Summer in Wichita, think of the people cooking up food at restaurants and food trucks. Please be kind to them (and go support).

STARTUP

Dead Weight

Some of my favorite content lately is my friend Jacob Clark and his fitness journey.

He just launched a new clothing brand called Dead Weight and you should go grab some.

NONPROFIT

Kansas Family Advisory Network

According to google, there are ~3860 nonprofit organizations in Wichita.

One of those is the Kansas Family Advisory Network (KFAN) is a Wichita nonprofit dedicated to strengthening families through support, education, advocacy, and compassion. They provide essentials like food, clothing, hygiene items, and household goods, along with counseling, parenting resources, and connections to community services to help families overcome challenges.

Together with Rhea Lana’s of Wichita

Rhea Lana = A Mom’s Super Bowl

Discover unbeatable deals at Rhea Lana’s Wichita Children’s Consignment Sale, August 9 - 14 at Century II Exhibition Hall. You could seriously outfit all of your kids from this one sale. Trust me. We have 3 kids and I highly recommend you check it out.

Shop early (as early as Friday 8/7) with Platinum, Gold, Silver, or free Mom-to-Be passes—available now!

Score high-quality kids’ items at a fraction of retail prices. Passes and full schedule here!

CIVIL

RFQ

The City of Wichita is seeking artists to create two permanent public art installations at O.J. Watson Park, celebrating the park's recreation and family-friendly atmosphere. The two commissions are for the Seasons Venue and the Concessions Area, each with a $45,000 budget. Applications are due August 17, 2026, and Wichita-based artists are encouraged to apply.

Recovery Center in Andover

If you’ve been on Andover Chatter, you’ve heard the complaints.

But it turns out the LifeSpring Recovery of Andover treatment center will open after all.

LOCAL

NBC World Series

Only 2 days left to catch some of the NBC World Series! Tonight is at WSU and the Championship is back downtown tomorrow at Equity Bank Park!

Water Lantern Festival

The Water Lantern Festival returns to O.J. Watson Park on Saturday, August 8, inviting attendees to decorate floating lanterns with messages of hope, love, remembrance, or personal goals before launching them together at sunset. The family-friendly event also features food trucks, music, lawn games, and a memorable lantern release, with gates opening at 6 p.m. and the launch beginning around 9 p.m.

Ticketmaster

If you’ve gone to a local concert in the last few years, you’ve probably dealt with Select-A-Seat. Well now everyone is switching to Ticketmaster. I’m unsure if this is for better or worse.

Sunflower Summer Extended

Kansas families have a little extra time to explore the state. Kansas Tourism has extended the Sunflower Summer program through Saturday, Aug. 8, giving eligible Pre-K through 12th grade students and one accompanying adult free admission to more than 230 attractions across Kansas, including museums, zoos, state parks, and live performances.