A tea set created by Elayna Martinez received an honorable mention from Scholastic Art and Writing.
By Paige Feikert • October 5, 2026
These local teens march to a different beat — the beat of a mariachi or an Irish reel. Or they make their mark through music, ceramics, culinary arts and photography.
Jaylee Hennessy and Taci Klein
October 5, 2026
These savvy young Wichitans are showing initiative and inspiration beyond their years, starting businesses, climbing the corporate ladder and carrying on family legacies.
Ashley Opliger stands on a tarmac next to boxes of Bridget's Cradles holding a photo of her father.
October 5, 2026
In memory of her own father and daughter, Ashley Opliger organizes pilots to bring hope to grieving families across the country, expanding the reach of her business, Bridget’s Cradles.
A man and a woman have a heated discussion in their kitchen, each pointing at the other.
By Dr. Michael Lievens • September 1, 2026
Men, Dr. Michael Lievens is asking you to take over managing the details of your own medical history, medications and screenings instead of delegating it to your wife.
D’Aydrian Harding with his mother, Demetria Whiting.
By Paige Feikert • September 1, 2026
As a senior at Northeast, D’Aydrian Harding was voted “Most likely to become famous.” Now, the guy who loves to make people laugh has millions of followers on social media.
Simply Sweet Strawberry Cheesecake
By Julie Hying • August 3, 2026
What better way to capture the fleeting essence of late summer and fresh produce than whipping up one of these traditional treasures from The Farmer’s Almanac?
Don’t miss a single step of college back-to-school prep.
By Alexis Evans • August 3, 2026
Don’t miss a single step of college back-to-school prep. Crystal Roach, an enrollment specialist at Friends University, gives advice to new or returning students and parents.
Katherine Kirk
By Jay Delling • August 3, 2026
Katherine Kirk’s name won’t be on the leaderboard at the Annika Women’s All Pro Tour at Rolling Hills Country Club, but she certainly blazed a trail for this year’s competitors.
Kristin Bogner, Learning Lab Wichita
July 2, 2026
Passion can bloom in many ways, from civic leadership to artistic expression to business innovation. These seven Wichita women are expressing their vision and elevating our city in the process.
Elyce Arons
By Lysel Maddex • July 2, 2026
Elyce Arons’ story begins in Kansas and leads to meeting BFF Kate Brosnahan at KU. Together they founded the iconic fashion label Kate Spade New York. It’s all in Arons’ new book, “We Just Might Make It After All.”