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The Eddytorial: 6/5/25
It's time to say goodbye to the Shibley
Wichita By E.B.
June 05, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 6 minutes
What Up Wichita?
Want to know what’s going on in Wichita? We got you covered with The Eddytorial.
In today’s email:
Family Fun: Play & Party Co. coming soon
Community: Kids eat free this summer
KETCH: Burger Battle
FEATURE STORY
Doo-Dah Diner owners sell restaurant to local business owners
It’ll soon be the end of the Shibley era at Doo-Dah Diner.
After 13 years, owners Patrick and Timirie Shibley are selling their restaurant.
With Patrick battling prostate cancer, it was time for the Shibleys to sell, but at least they found someone local with experience in the industry.
They have sold the restaurant to Jeff and Jay Miller who own the Five Guys franchises in Wichita.
The Shibley’s last day at the restaurant will be Father’s Day, June 15 where there will be a Father’s Day buffet.
EDDYTORIAL EXCLUSIVE
Wichita By E.B. Trivia
In 1972, approximately how many buttons were sold for the event we now know as Riverfest? |
COMMUNITY
Kids Eat Free When They Read
The Popcorner has their own summer reading program that has returned. It’s one of their favorite ways to give back to the community!
Introducing The Popcorner Summer Book Club. This came out of the pandemic year of 2020 as a way to keep students busy and give them something to do or look forward to in the summer while also working towards a goal.
If you stop by The Popcorner at one of their two locations, 11330 E Central Ave or 2121 N Tyler Rd., they will have book club forms available. These can be picked up by families starting now. Students are encouraged to personally read 10 books and then bring in the completed book club form to redeem their free Hot & Fresh To-Go bag from warmers.
EVENT UPDATE
Picklefest Postponed
Originally scheduled for Saturday, June 7, Pickllefest at Blood Orchards has been postponed.
Remember Postponed!!! Not cancelled!! The property was a mess during the rainfall with 6 inches of rain, with more rain forecasted over the next couple of days, Blood Orchard will have no way to park anyone.
The event has been rescheduled for September
Please, if you have anything you’d like to discuss private message us or email me here - [email protected].
WATCH NOW
Wichita Dinner Table
Shout out to our show sponsor, Landmark Commercial Real Estate.
Available on Facebook, YouTube, Apple Podcast and Spotify.
EVENTS
Burger Battle Is This Week!
Join us on Saturday, June 7th, 2025, for a day filled with delicious burgers, fun activities, and friendly competition—all for a great cause!
Restaurants from all over the area will come together to battle it out for the People’s Choice champion title and the Judge’s Choice champion title. Come sample all the mouth-watering presentations of the day and help us decide who makes the best burger in the area. Proceeds will benefit KETCH and individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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.
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GUIDES
3 Days Left of Riverfest
With just three jampacked days at Riverfest, I want to make sure you have the right guide at your disposal.
EVENTS
What’s Coming This Weekend
Events have moved over to our Wednesday Wichita Weekender email. Make sure to check yesterday’s emails to see what events are coming this week!
Or you can view the online version here.
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