The Future of Media in Wichita
Wichita's news media ecosystem has been weakened by shifting consumption habits, a loss of advertising revenue and online sources. What's next for the fourth estate?...
Why Open Streets Matters
When Wichita put on its first Open Streets event in 2017, it changed our city's perception of neighborhoods and likely strengthened the bonds between neighbors....
Startup Diaries: Where Are They Now?
Join Spencer Steinert and Jared Goering, founders of Vytal, as they talk through everything that has happened since the end of their Startup Diaries entries....
Embracing Wichita's LGBTQ+ Community
How can we, as a city, ensure a future where everyone — regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity — is respected and embraced with open arms?...
Are we program rich, but system poor?
Creating new programs shouldn't always be the first response when problems arise. Sometimes, we have to step back and establish a system — a guiding light....
Why Wichita Music Matters
How can we as Wichitans offer our support to the musicians, artists and show promoters who help create the soundtrack to our city?...
Evolving Wichita's Parking Culture
Evolving our parking culture is going to take time. But it's vital if we want to become a city that embraces every mode of transportation....
How saying 'yes' saved a landmark
Why was Starlite worth saying 'yes' to? How do we continue supporting it in the future? What else do we need to say 'yes' to?...
Is Wichita a College Town?
Is Wichita a college town? Sure, we have a college, but we have so much more. We're also a hub for industry, retail and culture....
Creating a critical mass in downtown Wichita
Whether in a small Kansas town or New York City, downtown areas are defined by density — both of amenities like shops and restaurants and people....
Startup Sitdown Q&A: PinProps
Sit down with Michael Malone and Ryan Al-Sharieh, founders of PinProps, to learn more about how they are changing the world of commercial real estate....
Fail Early, Fail Often
Fail early, fail often, fail forward, fail fast. We've all heard these entrepreneurship catchphrases before. But how do we as Wichitans actually think about failure?...
The History & Impact of McConnell
McConnell Air Force Base has a lot to do with Wichita becoming an air capital. How has this base contributed to Wichita's workforce and economy?...
Why Public Art Matters
Public art defines areas, or even entire cities. So what pieces have that resonance here in Wichita, and how do they get approved and created?...
Homelessness in Wichita
In every city across the United States and the world, there are people struggling with homelessness. Wichita isn't an exception. So what is the solution?...