Planning Progress
As human beings, we love progress — the next step, forward motion or becoming incrementally closer to our goals. How do we make that happen?...
Elevator Pitches
We put some of Wichita's entrepreneurs to the test by having them deliver their best elevator pitch in an actual elevator. See how they did....
Attracting, Not Trapping
When we talk about retention over attraction, it emphasizes Wichita's loss rather than the opportunities to gain. How can we change that to emphasize gain?...
Faces: Perceptions Across Kansas
We spoke with students attending universities across Kansas to find out exactly what they think about Wichita and if it's a viable city for them....
The History of Wichita's Skyline
A city's skyline is its calling card — an iconic silhouette instantly recognizable by anyone familiar with its major features. How has Wichita's evolved over time?...
Wichita Mayoral Candidate Q&A
On November 5, Wichita residents will elect their next leader and determine the political future of their city. Hear the candidates speak on key issues....
Agriculture in the Wichita Economy
What is Wichita's role in feeding the world? And how can we add value to the people working to ensure we have good, quality nutrition?...
The Importance of Creatives in Wichita
In virtually every field, creatives, well, create, whether it's new ideas, new methods, new art or new stories. What does this look like in Wichita?...
Forgotten Districts: The Story of SoCe
Every neighborhood has its downsides. But few neighborhoods are as defined by their negative aspects as South Central Wichita. Explore South Central Wichita through photos....
Accelerating Startups Through Partnership
The role of startup accelerators — cohort-based programs like e2e or LaunchPrep — is more important now than ever before. See how they're evolving here in Wichita....
Exploring Wichita's Culture & Cuisine
Food is the intersection of culture, entertainment and the simple, human need to find nourishment. So what does Wichita's collection of cuisine say about us?...
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?...