Here is the breakdown of the retail shakeup expected to hit the Sunflower State in 2026.
The Mall Funeral: Towne West Square
For years, Towne West Square in Wichita was the poster child for the “dying mall”—plagued by power shutoffs, potholed parking lots, and fleeing tenants. In 2026, the mall is officially dead.
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- The Status: The mall’s interior is closed to the public. The property is currently being redeveloped into the “Wichita Business Park,” a light industrial and office campus.
- The “Ghost Ships”: In a surreal twist, the Dillard’s and JCPenney anchors technically remain open (for now) due to separate…