No matter your views, no matter your race or gender, we should all exercise our right to vote. I overhear residents saying that their vote doesn't matter, but in 1948 the race between Harry Truman and Thomas Dewey surprised everyone. Even the Chicago Daily Tribune printed the headlines before all of the votes were counted stating "Dewey Defeats Truman". But Truman surprised a whole lot of people with a last-minute campaign blitz and won the race with one of the narrowest margins in history. Conclusion? You're vote DOES and CAN matter.
This year, more than ever before, there are multiple options for voting. There is advanced voting by mail, or in person at one of the Advance Vote Centers that begins 13 days before the election. And of course there are those that love the excitement and tradition of going to the polls on the actual Election Day, which is November 8th this year. And no matter the outcome, there will be many disappointed and upset citizens this year. So let's remember that whoever wins, we need to be respectful of our leaders and lend them our support. It was Abraham Lincoln, prior to becoming the President of the United States, who stated "A house divided against itself cannot stand."
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HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON VOTING CRITERIA, LOCATIONS, DATES, AND TIMES
FEATURED DISTRICT IV COMPANY
SUPERIOR TOOL SERVICE INC
3939 W Harry St, Wichita, KS
1-800-428-TOOL
Two years ago, Clint and Christie Whitney (husband and wife), along with Buddy Harrison took over Superior Tool Service and quickly doubled the business. In fact, this company has now outgrown the two buildings that house STS and plans are in the making to move their company to another location in District IV in order to double the space and double their business again over the next two years. Clint Whitney commented that the business initially started out of a garage, and when told that Microsoft was started in a garage, Clint smiled and said "Yes, our plans are to take over the world." But all kidding aside, no one is more excited to talk about cutting tools than Clint and Christie. As Clint points out, almost everything that is manufactured needs some sort of cutting tool involved, and this is just the company to take on that challenge. Not only do they work with most manufacturing firms in Wichita, but much of their product is shipped out of state. And soon exporting will become a large part of their business. Clint, Christie, and Bill invest a lot of time in training their employees, and it takes years and years of hands-on experience before an employee can take on multiple jobs. But this power trio is up to the task! So watch out world. I don't think we need to worry unless Clint starts walking around with a hairless cat quoting "Dr. Evil" lines.
Christie & Clint Whitney, owners and very hard workers of Superior Tool Service, Inc.
The Transor takes oil that is used to cool carbide while being shaped, filters the oil, and cools it so it's ready for the next use.
Production Manager, Bobby Little, is able to check the minuscule details of a drill bit before sending it on for retooling
DISTRICT IV EVENTS & NEWS
CAR SHOW
& SILENT AUCTION
OCTOBER 29th
10:00 am to 3:00 pm
MAYBERRY CULTURAL AND FINE ARTS
MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL
The Mayberry Panthers Middle School Choir has been extended an AMAZING opportunity!! They are invited to travel to New York City and perform in a concert at the famed Carnegie Hall stage!! They were hand selected by a composer to participate in this concert based on his impression of this fantastic choir when they had the chance to work with him in 2011.
They have 40 students and 25 parents & staff that are excited to embark on this adventure in the Big Apple. Their trip is scheduled for March but they need to have all monies raised and turned in by January 2017! This means they have a great deal of money to fundraise in a short amount of time in order to ensure students of all financial backgrounds are able to realize this once in a lifetime dream. Let's help them get there! If you're unable to attend this fundraiser, please log on here to help them out.
LAST CHANCE TO GET
ON WICKED ISLAND!
The Wicked Island at Watson Park is back and more wicked than ever! Visit on Friday & Saturday AND also on Halloween night. Cost is $20 per adult of $15 per child 12 and under. Gates open at 8pm and close at 11:30pm. Special Halloween night hours are 8pm-10:30pm. Purchase tickets at the door.
Visit our
Facebook event or call 529.9940 for more information.
Cox Farm Wichita
6059 S Seneca
316-524-8062
Store Hours: 9 am - 6 pm
Open Sunday 10 am - 5 pm
If making arrangements for a group to attend, go to
this page, or contact Cox Farm at the above number or
here.
Cox Farm Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch 2016
Online MBA with accounting
concentration ranked No. 20
Friends University's online Master of Business Administration with an accounting concentration was ranked No. 20 in the nation by affordableschools.net. The Friends University MBA with the accounting concentration is the only Kansas program listed.
"Affordability is one of the top issues graduate students consider when making a decision about a master's degree," said Dr. David Hofmeister, dean of the College of Adult and Professional Studies and the Graduate School. "Friends University is very much aware of this. We are pleased to be recognized by affordableschools.net for our efforts."
Friends University has a Professional MBA and a Global MBA. Both programs can include the accounting concentration for working professionals who have an accounting degree or the equivalent. They are both offered online and on campus, and neither require the GRE or GMAT for entrance.
The accounting concentration prepares students for leadership positions in business. The program's purpose is to develop students' skills in the functional areas of profit and nonprofit organizations. After completing all courses required by the Kansas State Board of Accountancy (KSBOA) and successfully accomplishing 150 or more credits, students are qualified to sit for the CPA exam.
The cost of the degrees ranges from $18,930 for the on-campus Professional MBA to $21,111 for the online Global MBA (excluding the cost of a business residency abroad).
Affordableschools.net's rankings were based upon the availability of online or hybrid master's degrees in accounting, average out-of-state tuition and the city's cost of living.
For more information about the program, contact 316-295-5300
TEX CONSOLVER GOLF COURSE, 1931 S TYLER ROAD,
MIGHT BE THE FIRST IN KANSAS TO HAVE THE GOLFBOARDS!
One of Wichita's golfers tries out the GolfBoard at Tex Consolver Golf Course
GolfBoard closeup
GolfBoards - surf-inspired, motorized golf vehicles - are now available at Tex Consolver Golf Course. The four-wheel drive board allows users to turn by simply transferring their body weight in a carving motion akin to snowboarding or surfing. It's an easy-to-ride, electric-powered, 4-wheel-drive board that adds fun and excitement for golfers.
"It's changing the way golfers experience the game," Golf Manager Troy Hendricks said. "It leaves a minimal footprint and speeds up pace of play. As we continue to look into replacing our current cart fleet, we believe Millennial and Generation X players will be interested in utilizing GolfBoards."
Located at 1931 S. Tyler, Tex Consolver will be the site for GolfBoard demonstrations for six weeks, starting Saturday. Reserve your GolfBoard at Tex Consolver today by calling (316) 337-9494. First time users please plan to arrive 30 minutes prior to tee time for check-in and training.
Powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, GolfBoards are ultra-durable and built with a safety-first and user-friendly function to provide golfers a more active and engaging alternative to riding in a cart. Early adopters of GolfBoard have seen an increase in rounds played, revenue growth and an improvement in pace of play. Advanced technology allows GolfBoarders to customize board settings and configurations to their riding preferences including adjusting speed settings from six to 10 mile per hour, via a simple, one-touch switch. Watch the video:
District IV Advisory Board and Neighborhood Associations
The District IV Advisory Board meets the
first Monday of the month at the Lional Alford Library, 3447 S. Meridian, Wichita KS 67217. Meetings begin at 6:30 p.m. For a listing of the 2016 meeting schedule,
click here
To see a listing of the meeting schedule for District IV's neighborhood associations, click here
District IV and the City of Wichita are looking for board members! To see what's available, click here
DISTRICT IV FACEBOOK PAGE
Do you ever wonder what District IV is currently up to? Click here to join the action, leave a request, or simply "like" our posts.
DISTRICT IV SAFETY REPORTS
Please report nuisances as soon as possible!
NEIGHBORHOOD NUISANCE REPORTING MADE EASIER
Residents are encouraged to report neighborhood nuisance problems via phone or email.
To submit a report, please call the main number -
660-9220. A voicemail can be left if the call is made after business hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Also, an email may be sent to KeepWichitaClean@wichita.gov O
r residents may contact the
Dial Wichita! Call Center at942-4482 to reach any department!
Cars and bicyclists both need to be vigilant
SAFE STREETS ICT:
Rules and Guidance for
Safely Sharing Wichita Streets
With the bicyclists out and about this summer, it's a good idea to know the proper way to pass a cyclist if you are in a car, and what all the street markings indicate. If you are a bicyclist, it's a good idea to know proper traffic etiquette, and the rules that apply to all. To see a well diagrammed brochure that highlights tips and rules for using and sharing city streets, click here. And when in doubt, err on the side of caution!
Don't be Left in the Dark!
Help deter crime and keep our communities safe by reporting street light outages. If you notice outages within your neighborhood, fill out this
simple form on Westar Energy's website.
LOOK FOR THIS DECAL WHEN HIRING A
COMPANY TO HAUL YOUR JUNK/BULKY WASTE
Don't become the victim of an illegal trash or junk hauler. Unfortunately there have been several complaints about paying an individual to haul off large items or junk from houses and garages, and the items end up in a ditch, behind a company, or a country road. If there is anything that identifies you, the owner of these items, you will receive a severe ticket and fine from a City or County inspector. If you respond to an ad of someone that will haul your junk, make sure they are licensed to do so. They will have this decal on their trailer or truck! Don't let a mistake cost you double.
THE WICHITA POLICE DEPARTMENT HAS YOU COVERED!
District IV is covered by two WPD substations that are accessible Monday thru Friday, 8am - 5pm.Patrol South is located at 211 E Pawnee, and their phone number is 350-3440. Patrol West is located at 661 N Elder, and their phone number is 350-3460. You are free to walk in during those hours to record an incident report (minor traffic accidents, vandalism, larceny from your vehicle, stolen property, etc.) Of course if it is a more serious offense that requires an officer on site, please call 911 as they are able to dispatch officers to the scene.
Crime Stoppers encourages citizens to call if they have information about a felony crime, and wish to remain anonymous. This means that they have not directly contacted law enforcement. Crime Stoppers always encourages cooperation with law enforcement, but in those cases where citizens do not want to call police, they are encouraged to provide the information they have anonymously through Crime Stoppers by one of the following ways:
Call (316) 267-2111 or 1-800-222-TIPS; Text TIP217 plus your tip to CRIMES (274637), or report a tip online here!
COMMUNITY EVENTS
FINAL FRIDAY IN WICHITA
October 28th
For a list of locations and times of Final Friday events and artists, visit the Facebook page
here!
Wichita Eagle parking lot, along Rock Island just south of Douglas
Read more here: http://www.kansas.com/entertainment/restaurants/dining-with-denise-neil/article107518122.html#storylink=cpy
Food Trucks at the Fountain, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 30, Wichita WaterWalk, 515 S. Main
HALLOWEEN FAVORITES!
Hay, Hooves and Halloween - October 29 - 30
Old Cowtown Museum: 4 - 8 pm
Tickets: $5/person of all ages
Pumpkins at the Park at Tanganyika Wildlife Park - October 21, 22, and October 28, 29
6 - 9 pm, Admission: $12
36th ANNUAL
WICHITA ASIAN FESTIVAL
OCTOBER 29th
FREE ADMISSION - CENTURY II
5:30 pm - 10:00 pm
The 36th annual Wichita Asian Festival will be held at the Century II Convention Center this October. The festival celebrates the culture and customs of Asia with stage presentations, authentic food, and wares from about 15 different Asian countries.
Admission to the Wichita Asian Festival is
FREE. The festival will be held Saturday evening, October 29, 2016 at Century II Convention Hall from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.
The festival features live performances highlighting a variety of elements from Asian culture, as well as the Miss Wichita Asian Festival pageant. Vendors will have booths at the festival offering authentic art and cuisine. Activities for children and adults will provide an opportunity to learn about Asian customs, clothing, and culture.
NOVEMBER IS NATIONAL NOVEL WRITING MONTH
THE PARADE WILL BE ON MAIN STREET FROM CENTRAL TO LEWIS
Senior Wednesdays are always fun and there is something different to do; someone new to meet. There are also many senior activity centers in Wichita and the surrounding areas, so be informed. Be entertained. Be active.
To see the upcoming events for October's Senior Wednesdays,read more...
COMING SOON SO SAVE THE DATE!
BALLET MEETS HIP HOP IN THIS
MARVELLOUS MASHUP!
What do you get when you combine the elegant holiday score of Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker and a DJ with pin-sharp contemporary hip hop dance? This hit show mashes up two very American icons into a stunning production that has met with rave reviews since its 2014 Washington debut. Moving the story action to New Year's Eve, the mouse army is replaced with a mouse-ear wearing gang, a humble nut seller who saves the day, and the Land of the Sweets a nightclub trapped in 1985. Pirouhettes are replaced with floor windmills, making this a truly contemporary holiday treat.THE ORPHEUM THEATER ON DECEMBER 20th.For more information, go here.
TRAVEL
Wichita Dwight D Eisenhower National Airport has a magazine just for you travelers.
Check it out!
Southwest Airlines is offering rates as low as $59.00, one way. For more information and destinations, click
here!
DISTRICT IV STREET CONSTRUCTION UPDATE
TO SEE THE LATEST NEWS FROM KDOT ON WICHITA PROGRAMS, CLICK ON WICHWAY
MERIDIAN STREET CONSTRUCTION UPDATE!
The east side of Meridian is now underway. There is still water accumulating after a strong rain, but not as much and the main hindrance now is that the rain slows down the construction process. However, the construction is staying on course and we will all be glad when it's behind us. Plus, kudos to Greg Baalman, City of Wichita, for keeping this project on course and looking forward to May 2017!
Traffic Impact:Meridian is restricted to one lane in each direction between McCormick and Pawnee. Left turns are prohibited from Meridian onto Harry. Harry is one-way westbound, east of Meridian while intersection is reconstructed.
PAWNEE BRIDGE CLOSED
Pawnee will close between Broadway and McLean Boulevard, beginning August 8, until spring 2017. Thru traffic will detour to 31st Street South at Broadway and McLean Boulevard. Local traffic on Pawnee will be allowed west of Broadway for access to residential streets.
BUT WAIT...THERE'S MORE
Seneca Street, MacArthur to 47
th Street South
: This project will place a surface treatment over the existing pavement. New pavment markings will be installed once treatment has cured.
Traffic Impact: Lane closures will be encountered during the placement of the surface treatment. Traffic must stay in open lanes to avoid the fresh oil until cured. Lanes will be open to all traffic by the end of each day. Temporary lane closures may be encountered while final traffic striping is being placed.
Contractor: Intermountain Slurry Seal Inc. City Contact: Kyle Kerns (268-4044 / kkerns@wichita.gov)
Estimated completion: Late 2016
West Street, Bolin Drive to MacArthur: This project will place a surface treatment over the existing pavement. New pavement markings will be installed once treatment has cured.
Traffic Impact: Lane closures will be encountered during the placement of the surface treatment. Traffic must stay in open lanes to avoid the fresh oil until cured. Lanes will be open to all traffic by the end of each day. Temporary lane closures may be encountered while final traffic striping is being placed.
Contractor: Intermountain Slurry Seal Inc. City Contact: Kyle Kerns (268-4044 / kkerns@wichita.gov)
Estimated completion: Late 2016
55
th Street South, Seneca Street to Charles Street
:
This project will place a surface treatment over the existing pavement. New pavement markings will be installed once treatment has cured.
Traffic Impact: Lane closures will be encountered during the placement of the surface treatment. Traffic must stay in open lanes to avoid the fresh oil until cured. Lanes will be open to all traffic by the end of each day. Temporary lane closures may be encountered while final traffic striping is being placed.
Contractor: Intermountain Slurry Seal Inc. City Contact: Kyle Kerns (268-4044 / kkerns@wichita.gov)
Estimated completion: Late 2016
JOB & VOLUNTEER
OPPORTUNITIES
ICT S.O.S. is needing your help with supplies for victims of human trafficking
In early 2014, a Wichita Police officer and a DCF (Department of Children and Families) worker who were providing services to a minor victim of human trafficking stopped by our office to pick up a few supplies for the young girl they were helping. The officer made a comment, "It would be so nice if we had this stuff bagged up and ready to go when we need it." And
Fresh Start Bags were born!
Each bag is tailored for a specific gender and size and is labeled so that officers, advocates and social workers can easily grab what they need when they need it without having to scramble to piece together what a victim may need. The contents were decided based on input from police officers, child and sexual abuse victim advocates and social workers.
Every Fresh Start Bag has new clothing, hygiene items, a comfort item and a fast food gift card. For younger children that usually means a blanket and age-appropriate toy, for teens and young adults each bag is packed with a journal and pen. For a complete list of needs, click
here!
ICT S,O.S. has moved to 1211 S Emporia, and items can be dropped off at their location Monday thru Friday, 8 - 5. But if these hours are not good for you, just sent an email to Jennifer at
info@ictsos.org and she will make arrangements for other times. It's a wonderful organization that helps hundreds of at-risk children, teens and young adults every year!
TO CHECK OUT THE LATEST JOB FAIRS AND TRAINING COURSES, CLICK HERE.
KANSASWORKS helps with job seekers, employers, training/education, and resources.
MORE COMMUNITY INFORMATION
Home Improvement program has funding
available for income qualified homeowners
The Housing and Community Services Department's Home Improvement Program now has funding available for interest-free, forgivable deferred payment loans of up to $5,000 for income-qualified (60% of median) owner-occupant homeowners. Loans are provided for emergency needs, such as furnaces, water heaters, sewer lines, water lines, electrical system repairs and plumbing repairs. Loans are also provided for minor home repair needs for senior citizens, age 62 and older. Property taxes must be current. Call 462-3713 for more information or to apply.
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Autumn is so beautiful!
PUT FALL LEAVES TO WORK!
Leaves are packed with trace minerals that trees draw up from deep in the soil. When added to your garden, leaves feed earthworms and beneficial microbes. They lighten heavy soils and help sandy soils retain moisture. They make an attractive mulch in the flower garden. They're a fabulous source of carbon to balance the nitrogen in your compost pile. And they insulate tender plants from cold.
First, shred up as many of them as you can by using this procedure. Make piles on the lawn and then drive over them a few times with the lawn mower. Shredding into several pieces does several good things. It increases the surface area, giving microbes many more places to work. It prevents the leaves from packing together into layers that won't let water or air penetrate, and it reduces the volume dramatically.
Once the leaves are shredded, rake them up into plastic trash bags that get stashed in your garage or shed for next spring when you can use them as mulch in your gardens. Your vegetables and flowers will love you for it!
Warning: Walnut, eucalyptus and camphor laurel leaves should be disposed of in a compost or thrown away due to a substance in these leaves that can inhibit plant growth
STAY FIT TIPS
Common symptoms of diabetes:
Urinating often
Feeling very thirsty
Feeling very hungry - even though you are eating
Extreme fatigue
Blurry vision
Cuts/bruises that are slow to heal
Weight loss - even though you are eating more (type 1)
Tingling, pain, or numbness in the hands/feet (type 2)
Early detection
and treatment of diabetes can decrease the risk of developing the complications of diabetes. Learn about how your doctor can make a
diabetes diagnosis.
Diabetes is not to be ignored. There are many things you can do to improve your health and medications that can help keep you regulated. In Kansas alone approximately 12.6% of the population have diabetes. of these, an estimated 69,000 have diabetes but don't know it, greatly increasing their health risk. Diabetes costs an estimated $2.6 billion in Kansas each year. The serious complications include heart disease, stroke, amputation, end-stage kidney disease, blindness - and death.
Learn more and possibly save your life, or the lives of others
here.
regarding street maintenance and street sweepers in your area.
Stay up-to-date on City events, announcements and headlines by reading our daily News Releases
Online Reporting for
Animal Control Problems
Wichita Animal Control has launched an online form to report non-emergency animal control problems as part of an ongoing effort to improve services. The form can be accessed here.
Sign up now for classes at CityArts by clicking here!
Find out about Park and Recreation FALL Classes by clicking here!
Sedgwick County Extension Building, 7001 W 21st St North
Saturday from 7 am until noon
Every week you can find produce, plants, meats, jams, salsas,
honey, baked goods and a variety of crafts.
SATELLITE MARKETS:
Green Acres Market- Tuesdays 3:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Derby Market - Saturdays 7:00 am - Noon
City of Wichita, Office of Community Services | 316-268-4197 |
