Video above is from KSN News at 5 on April 14, 2024
WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — Open Streets ICT – WSU & Shocker Neighborhood is set for Sunday, April 13, from noon to 4 p.m., closing nearly two miles of 17th Street—from Oliver to Volutsia—for a community-focused event centered on health, wellness, and local engagement.
The event, organized in partnership with local agencies and community groups, aims to promote healthy living by temporarily removing car traffic from the corridor. Attendees are encouraged to walk, bike, skate, or engage in recreational activities throughout the open street route.
Free tire disposal through Saturday
The afternoon will feature:
- Food trucks
- Live music and entertainment
- Vendors and pop-up shops along the route
- Designated spaces for physical activity and play
Open Streets ICT events are part of a broader effort to support public health, local economies, and community interaction by reimagining public space use…