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The Eddytorial: 1/30/26
We have a new Admiral Windwagon Smith!
Wichita By E.B.
January 30, 2026 • Estimated Reading Time: 9 minutes
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In today’s email:
Community: Nominate a Teacher
Riverfest: 52nd Admiral Windwagon Smith announced
Education: Public culinary classes
Guide: Indoor activities in Wichita
COMMUNITY
Nominate A Teacher
My mother's number one rule when raising me was education is your way out. It's the path to help you succeed. I was lucky to have her push me and understand not all kids have that same person.
What I want to do is help excite these kids and pass on to them that people in this community are rooting them on. So I am working with various partners to send at least one classroom from a Title I school, a classroom with less resources and kids who really need our love, on an all-expenses-paid trip that includes transportation, admission, lunch provided from a restaurant (need to determine that still too) and perhaps an additional surprise to the Kansas Aviation Museum.
I've secured funding thanks to Wichita Public Schools Foundation for busing for at least one classroom and hope to get something so I can send a second classroom.
What I need from you is to find that teacher you think deserves to take their kids to the Kansas Aviation Museum in March.
RIVERFEST
The 52nd Admiral Windwagon Smith announced
Windwagon Smith Ron McEwen pictured with family
At the Drury Hotel Riverfest unveiled Ron McEwen as the 52nd Admiral of the Wichita Riverfest.
Congrats to McEwen who donned the iconic Admiral uniform on Thursday as he was named this year’s Admiral.
EDUCATION
Public culinary classes at NICHE
WSU Tech’s NICHE opened in 2023 and offered top-level culinary classes for students with a passion for the hospitality industry. It was a great option for those who wanted a future in the industry and get a head start.
While it was mostly for people ready to take on a full course catalog, WSU Tech is taking things a bit further so the public can experience NICHE from inside the kitchens and classrooms.
No longer do you need to enroll or wait for the next semester, as public cooking and wine classes will be available at NICHE this spring.
WATCH NOW
Wichita Dinner Table
We welcome Dani Givens, the owner of The Chunky Poodle Cookie Company on this week’s episode.
Available on Facebook, YouTube, Apple Podcast and Spotify.
GUIDE
Indoor Activities for Kids
Whether it’s cold weather, rain, or whatever else Mother Nature brings, there will be times you need to find something to entertain the children. I’ve been there, and that’s why I’ve put together a list of the Best Indoor Activities for kids in Wichita, KS.
Rest assured, these have all been checked out by yours truly, so you’re getting first-hand accounts and knowledge of someone who has a little child to please.
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NEWS
Blogs You Missed
Let’s catch you up on the blogs you may have missed over the past week from our website, Facebook or Instagram.
If you love board games, our new weekly feature covers a recap of new and old board games we are playing.
It’s my goal this year to play at least one board game everyday. Whether it’s with family, friends or even solo games. I’m looking for something to do that’s fun, relaxing and can sometimes even stimulate the mind.
Check out this week’s recap.
EVENTS
Death By Chocolate
Exploration Place’s premiere event is coming soon: Death By Chocolate
Join us for Wichita’s premier indulgent night out, where chocolate, cocktails and creativity collide in an unforgettable evening of food, drinks and entertainment—all in support of STEM programming and education through Exploration Place.
Savor decadent desserts, gourmet bites and crafted cocktails from the region’s top restaurants, bakeries and mixologists. Enjoy live music, interactive experiences and exclusive access to the museum’s exhibits—all with a sophisticated, adults-only atmosphere.
Every sip and every bite help fuel hands-on science education and programs that inspire thousands of children across Kansas each year. Your ticket isn’t just a treat—it’s a way to spark curiosity and discovery for the next generation.
Join us for a night where indulgence meets impact.
EVENTS
What’s Coming This Weekend
Events can be found in our Wednesday Wichita email.
Check out the online version here.
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