Wichita is among eight cities to host the first and second rounds of the NCAA men's basketball tournament. The city’s Chamber of Commerce says the games will have at least a $10 Million economic impact. Hotels in downtown Wichita and in the Old Town entertainment district are completely full. Thousands of visitors are expected to eat, drink, sleep and shop in the state’s largest city this week and some of them will get a haircut too. Carla Eckels of KMUW Radio in Wichita reports on downtown businesses welcoming crowds of visitors.
Description: The Museum of Native American History will host the fourth annual Native American “Virtual” Cultural Celebration: “Four Directions. One Earth. Mission United" October 1 -3, 2020. The 2020 NAVCC will feature Commander John Herrington, the first Native American astronaut, along with a host of Indigenous artists, writers, craftspeople, and more. This annual event connects history and tradition with present day indigenous leaders and reaches out to educate future generations about the first peoples of the Americas, celebrating our collective history and humanity. This year’s theme centers on science, leadership, tradition, Indigenuity*, solutions for the planet, Star stories, animal medicine, art, and the never ending curiosity to reach for the stars. Submitted by: Sally Crutcher Museum of Native American History
Description: 2020 has been full of change, but good things are happening in Kansas. Thanks to climate and energy advocates like you, the movement to expand clean energy and drive climate action is growing every day. The Climate + Energy Project and our supporters build resilience in Kansas through equitable clean energy solutions and climate action. While this engagement looks different this year, either through virtual meetings or 6 feet away with masks, CEP continues to bring Kansans together to ensure equitable access to everything from the energy that keeps us cool to the air we breathe. Join your friends at the Climate + Energy Project to celebrate Kansans driving the changes we need to see to secure a healthy and resilient Kansas. Tickets now available: https://bit.ly/CEPKS2020 Sponsor Information: https://bit.ly/CEPKS2020Sponsor Submitted by: Leilani Grey Climate + Energy Project
Description: A cross-cultural experience for high school students in the heart of the Midwest. FYW will inspire and mobilize young believers. Submitted by: Katie Lisle Spurgeon College at Midwestern Seminary
