Debating the future of Century II
We gathered eight influential and knowledgeable Wichitans to answer a few questions about Century II so we can see the spectrum of ideas and opinions....
Expectations of Elected Officials
We tend to blame many of our problems on elected officials. But in a representative democracy, that blame tends to circle back around to voters....
Inside Innovation Campus
Learn more about the evolution of Innovation Campus as it continues to redefine Wichita State University, Wichita's businesses and communities by creating collisions and innovation....
Shop Wichita
Wichita wants lots of things. But how do we get them? And are the things we want really the things that will make a difference?...
Expanding Opportunity for Women in the Workforce
Learn more about the challenges facing women in Wichita, and what we can do going forward to ensure eqaulity across every sector of the economy....
Workshop Wichita
What if Wichita became a place where education and life-long learning were core values? What would that look like, and how could it advance our city?...
Evolution of the riverfront
Cities are getting innovative in the way they invite citizens to live and play on their rivers. It's time for Wichita to do the same...
Disrupting Wichita's Future
Learn more about how disruptive technologies like AI and blockchain could be used to transform the way we live, play and conduct business in Wichita....
Where are they going now?
We used graduate and alumni data from Wichita's major universities to revisit one of Wichita's most prevalent challenges: the mass export of talented college graduates....
The Catastrophe Is Now
Every market signal points to the same conclusion: The manner in which Wichita is operating during this critical point in our history is not working....
Cluster-based economic development, explained
Learn how cluster-based economic development helps us shape our economy and prioritize investment to make the biggest impact possible on furthering our city and region....
The Anatomy of a Pipeline
If Wichita's economy is a heart, the pipeline is the artery. How do we fuel the increasing demand of industry with Wichita's skills and workforce?...
Why public spaces matter
Cities are remembered for their public spaces — the places people gather, socialize and recharge. So how does Wichita invest in public spaces within the city?...
Chasing a Vision
Wichita's Douglas Design District is not waiting any longer to enact change in their neighborhood, turning a delayed street project into a grassroots art piece....
Where are all the new jobs?
When Wichita companies announce growth, it's usually great news. So where are these new jobs coming from, and are they the jobs we need today?...