Black History Month: Bernie Mac’s daughter reflects on the late comedian’s life, legacy
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - There was a time when Je’Niece McCullough didn’t want being “Bernie Mac’s daughter” as a major part of her identity. Now, 18 years after the comedian’s death at age 50 from complications of sarcoidosis, McCullough considers her lineage a badge of honor.
KWU Women’s Indoor Track and Field finishes third at KCAC Championships
WICHITA - Kansas Wesleyan Women's Indoor Track and Field finished third at the KCAC Indoor Track and Field Championships on Friday and Saturday at the Heskett Center. The finish is the highest finish for the Coyotes at the women's indoor championship in program history. Wesleyan's highlights at the meet included...
All Saints Dragon and Lions Team to perform 26 times for Lunar New Year
Editor’s note: Welcome to an occasional mini-documentary series called ICT in 70. The Eagle’s visuals editor Jaime Green is highlighting “fun, quirky things happening in our area” through 70-second videos. This week, we see:. The All Saints Dragon and Lion Dance team is a non-profit performance...
Volunteers of all ages keep Rainbows United running
Rainbows United is able to provide child care services free of charge, and a big reason why is because of volunteers.
Haven assisted living center ensuring resident safety for wildfire danger
HAVEN, Kan. (KWCH) - As high fire danger spreads across much of Kansas this week, many rural communities are reviewing their emergency plans and making sure they’re ready to act if disaster strikes. At Haven House Assisted Living in Haven, Kansas, residents and staff have learned from past experience that preparation...
Well-known east-side spa to move to the Central and Woodlawn area
Another random opportunity has presented itself to Bohemia Healing Spa owner Kelli Foster, and, as she did in 2021, she’s seizing this one, too. Back then, Foster had the opportunity to purchase Serenity Med Spa on the east side of Wichita to open a second Bohemia. The first has been in Delano almost 15 years. The...
Driver who backed over, killed man at Kan. truck stop will face a jury
SEDGWICK COUNTY—An Oklahoma truck driver accused of intentionally backing over and killing a Georgia man in the parking lot of a Wichita truck stop will face a trial. On Friday, Travis Briscoe, 46, waived his right to a preliminary hearing and was bound over for trial, according to the Sedgwick County District...
Wichita stormwater utility rates on the increase
The base fee will increase by $1.00 per month in 2026, which will show up on your water bill. That will help fund $1.5 million in additional drainage improvements and cover ongoing maintenance costs.
Sedgwick County property tax valuations to be released soon
Sedgwick County Appraiser Deanna Aspedon will present the 2026 annual property valuation report to the Board of County Commissioners on Wednesday.
Third Kansas school district in a month cancels classes due to illness
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Due to a high number of student and staff illnesses across the district, Sedan Schools (USD 286) have canceled school on Wednesday. This decision was made out of an abundance of caution to allow students and staff time to recover and to help prevent further spread of illness.
