What up Wichita?
Snowed in to start your weekend? Sounds like the perfect time to grab a bowl of soup, put on some slippers, and scroll through this week’s Eddytorial.

In today’s email:

• Riverfest: We have a new poster and button design and the community loves it!

• Who is closed: Another Snow-mageddon day means tons of closures around town

• In the community: Help stop the theft going around local game and card stores

FEATURED EVENT
Cirque du Soleil OVO

On the heels of the popular Cirque du Soleil Corteo show in 2024, a new exciting Cirque du Soleil performances returns to Wichita with OVO at INTRUST Bank Arena.

OVO is a colorful intrusion into a new day in the life of insects, a non-stop riot of energy and movement. Through show-stopping acrobatics highlighting selected insect species' unique personalities and abilities, OVO explores the beauty of biodiversity in all its contrasts and vibrancy.

OVO will perform at INTRUST Bank Arena from February 7-9.

IN THE COMMUNITY
All The Closings

If you’re looking to escape the house to grab a bite to eat, shop somewhere or do whatever, make sure the business isn’t closed.

To help keep you up to speed, here’s our list of weather related closings (and delays) for Friday, January 10.

EDDYTORIAL EXCLUSIVE
ASK EDDY ANYTHING

My inbox and DMs get asked a lot. So I want to dedicate some time to let the readers have their questions answered. ANY QUESTION. Each week in the Eddytorial, I’ll personally respond and answer REAL questions/comments.

Answer: No

Answer: I can’t say I've driven from Ponca City to Wichita lately, but my educated guess would be, “It’s not that great at the moment”.

Answer: For selfish reasons, it’s either KVH Steakhouse or the west side KPot Korean BBQ & Hot Pot so it gives west siders more options for dining. I can only eat Barn’rds so many times a week.

DINING SCENE
Restaurant News

That’s right! It was rumored last summer that a new business was on its way to Delano. This past week, owners confirmed the news and WBC is opening a third location at 901 W Douglas right by House of Hair Salon and Ruben's Mexican Grill.

Recent Openings

• Taco Loco - 1302 N. Broadway

Coming Soon

• Jimmy’s Egg - 37th and Ridge Road (January 2025)

• Wichita Brewing Company - 901 W. Douglas (February 2025)

• Small Sliders - 13th and Greenwich (March 2025)

• Parlor Doughnuts - 8020 W. 21st St. (March 2025)

• Chicken Chicken - 13th & Mosley (Winter 2025)

• Tacos Uruapan - 819 S. Broadway (Winter 2025)

• The Big Biscuit - 2330 N. Maize Road (Spring 2025)

• Taco Bell - 3233 E. Harry (Spring 2025)

• KVH Steakhouse - 2926 N. Tyler Road (Summer 2025)

• Raising Cane’s - 350 S. Ridge Road (2025)

• KPot Korean BBQ & Hot Pot - 2243 N. Tyler Road (TBD)

• Kanai - TBD

Closings

• Peaceful Pachyderm - 141 E. Kay St.

IN THE COMMUNITY
Trending

A big congratulation goes out to Terry Twomey. On Wednesday afternoon, Twomey was announced as the winner of the 2025 Riverfest Poster & Artwork Contest.

The announcement was made at Emprise Bank, a long-time sponsor of Riverfest’s Poster & Artwork Contest.

As the winning design, Twomey’s work will be the official button and poster for the 53rd Wichita River Festival, set for May 30 – June 7.

WATCH NOW
Wichita Dinner Table

So many guests on this week’s episode, including the daughter of co-host DJ Carbon who returns for her Broadway in Wichita segment. Don’t miss out on the city’s #1 social media talk show.

Available on Facebook, YouTube, Apple Podcast and Spotify.

NEWS
Blogs You Missed

Besides the non-stop weather related closings, let’s catch you up on the blogs you may have missed over the past week whether it was on our website, Facebook or Instagram.

• Nancy’s Amazing Sandwiches now available at The Keg in Colwich. That’s right, even though the restaurant closed many years ago, you can still get your hands on some of those delicious sandwiches.

• January is a third of the way done, but there are still 10 exciting events to put on your calendar for this month.

• If you feel stuck inside and your kids need an escape, here are 20+ indoor activities for the kids.

• For all the dessert lovers out there: revisiting Smallcakes: A Cupcakery.

• What sushi is best? Dillons, Target or Sam’s Club?

IN THE COMMUNITY
Crimestoppers

Over the past couple months, there has been an increase in break-ins at many local Wichita trading card stores such as Wizard’s Alley, MoPigs, Pink Elephant Games among others.

The total cost of damages and theft has surpassed the $10,000 mark. It’s Pokémon cards, comics, and other collectibles; some are irreplaceable. The stores have pooled together and are asking for help.

A $2000 cash reward is being offered if you can help the stores catch the people involved.

BEST IN WICHITA
THE 100 BEST THINGS TO DO IN WICHITA

Last week, we presented you with the top 100 restaurants in Wichita. This week we double down with the best 100 things to do in Wichita.

Here’s a spoiler alert, there’s actually 100+ things to do. A common misconception in Wichita is, “there’s nothing to do here”. Let’s dispel that myth and provide a big list of things to do that encompass the various activities in and around the city.

FEATURED EVENT
Bucky Fowler and Southern Charm at Wichita Union Stockyards

Back by popular demand will be Bucky Fowler and Southern Charm at the Wichita Union Stockyards at 6251 W. MacArthur Road on Saturday, January 11! The group always puts on a great show and keeps the dance floor hopping!

The local family band is a staple at the Stockyards. Stop by, doors open at 7 p.m.

EVENTS
Live Music Sponsored by Mort’s Martini Bar

Friday Live Music

Saturday Live Music

Sunday Live Music

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