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Comedy legend, ‘Simpsons’ voice Hank Azaria brings Springsteen cover band to Riverfest

WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - When Hank Azaria turned 60 a couple years ago, he decided he needed to recapture his youth. Azaria grew up impersonating his musical heroes, none more revered than Bruce Springsteen. So with money to spare from his 35-plus years as a voice on “The Simpsons,” Azaria...
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Bell lays off 285 employees in Texas and Kansas

Fort Worth-based Bell Textron Inc. announced the layoff of hundreds of employees — about 3% of the company’s workforce — at three of its facilities in Texas and Kansas. The defense contractor — which is ramping up production of the U.S. Army’s MV-75 Cheyenne II aircraft — said a total of 285 employees are impacted by t
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Behind the food at Riverfest: Vendors talk challenges and long prep

Even several years of serving customers at Riverfest may not lead to a seamless experience.
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Inside the pyro-magic: How Riverfest fireworks come to life

The fireworks are always a Riverfest highlight, and behind the scenes, the work it takes to set up the pyrotechnics is a massive job. KSN's Jackson Ward spent his day with the crew in charge, making the sky glow with excitement to find out what it takes to pull it off.
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Behind the Badge: The Wichita Police Department Property Crimes Task Force

News, tactics, career guidance, and technological developments for retail loss prevention professionals. This is the first part in a series where LPM highlights outstanding law enforcement partners, nominated by LP professionals. This nomination is from Mark Jennewein, ORC investigator for DICK’s Sporting Goods. It is
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Kansas Board of Regents considers three-year bachelor’s degree option

WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - The Kansas Board of Regents is considering a major change that would allow state universities to offer a bachelor’s degree in just three years instead of four. The board is preparing to vote this month on a move to allow public universities to offer accelerated...
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Northeast Wichita community garden aims to expand food access

WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - A community garden in northeast Wichita has become a way to help the community. RISE Garden at the Maya Angelou Library aims to educate the community and expand food access to the community. Community Services Librarian Parker Daniel shares a personal point about the garden. “Grew...
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First Look at Banh Mi Bites

Thursday, June 4 marks the big day for the grand opening of a restaurant northwest Wichita has been waiting for. Banh Mi Bites takes over the former Sesame Mediterranean Kitchen space at 2755 N. Maize Road. 2755 N. Maize Road, Wichita, KS 67205. 316-766-7707. Monday – Saturday: 10:30am – 7pm...
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Kansas Air Force nurse served nearly four decades caring for service members

Concordia native Penny Larsen joined the Air Force in 1970 after completing nursing school.
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Two injured in shooting on North Broadway in Wichita

The Wichita Police Department believes an argument involving multiple people at a convenience store led up to the shooting.

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