Wichita: Quick Facts

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Urine smell, bugs in liquor, old foods & more at Wichita KS restaurants, hotels • Nov. 7, 2026, 8:16 AM ET (The Wichita Eagle)

Following a legend: Wichita native begins new era as voice of the Shockers • Nov. 5, 2026, 8:01 AM ET (The Wichita Eagle)

The 2026 midterm election in Wichita and Kansas is over. Here’s what you should know. • Nov. 4, 2026, 5:33 AM ET (The Wichita Eagle)

Mexican food chain has 3 restaurants in Wichita. One will close early next year. • Nov. 3, 2026, 12:03 PM ET (The Wichita Eagle)

Mahjong craze leads to Wichita business with an American twist on the Chinese game • Nov. 2, 2026, 5:08 AM ET (The Wichita Eagle)

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