Development Tracker

Wichita Development & Construction

New construction, zoning changes, and development projects across Wichita. Every project links to the original news article or public record.

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'State of the art': New mental health hospital under construction in south Wichita

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State and local leaders toured the new South Central Regional Mental Health Hospital under construction in south Wichita on Wednesday.

Where Wichita's Truck-Friendly Duplexes, Wortel-London's "Menace of Prosperity," and the Problem of Tying Mobility to Development Meet

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Exactly a month ago, I was part of a panel at the International Conference on Urban Affairs in Chicago, alongside the fine scholars Chase Billingham (whose wonderful new book on Wichita, All-American

Construction & Maintenance Projects - Week of May 29 - June 5, 2026

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View the most recent construction bulletin.

Future of KCK apartment complex up in the air

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Report to the Kansas City Kansas Housing Authority says that 302-unit Wyandotte Towers is nearly obsolete. The post Future of KCK apartment complex up in the air appeared first on The Beacon.

New aerospace research center boosts Wichita's 'Air Capital' status

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Wichita State University and the Hexcel Corporation celebrated the groundbreaking of its new aerospace research and manufacturing center on Thursday.

WSU’s University Stadium gets new name, reflecting long-standing relationship with Crossland Construction

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Wichita State University has received approval to rename University Stadium to Crossland Stadium in recognition of Crossland Construction’s significant contributions and longstanding connections to th

Construction & Maintenance Projects - Week of May 22 - May 29, 2026

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Bridge replacement will close road at El Dorado Lake for the summer

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Built in 1962, the bridge predates the construction of El Dorado Lake.

Wichita State stadium renamed after construction company

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Wichita State University has announced a new name for Cessna Stadium.

Nearly 600-acre rezoning to pave way for development at downtown airport

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The proposed $55 million Apex Aero Center would include a 12,000-square-foot passenger terminal and room for nearly 40 aircraft. The post Nearly 600-acre rezoning to pave way for development at downto

Derby Shores lagoon project breaks ground after delays

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A groundbreaking for the Derby Shores star bonds project was held Tuesday afternoon.

Kansas Hispanic Education & Development Foundation now has 'truly' statewide focus

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"The beauty of what happened this year is that we also expanded statewide into southwest Kansas."

Ben McAdams has stock in a rural Utah data center. His primary opponents say it’s a problem.

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Democratic congressional candidate Ben McAdams has a small stake in a data center under construction in Delta. His primary opponents say data centers don't belong in Utah.

Veteran-owned senior living facility hit by four break-ins during renovation

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A veteran-owned senior living facility under renovation in Wichita has been broken into four times in two months, causing about $57,000 in losses.

Major TRAX delays are expected for a month beginning this weekend

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A construction project may cause major delays for blue, green and red line TRAX riders between Sunday and June 20, Utah transit officials warn.

Coming up at Kechi Playhouse: Patsy Cline and big spiders

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Having persevered through construction woes, Misty Maynard invites audiences back to Kechi Playhouse for its 2026 season.

Wichita police conduct crisis response training

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The training focuses on professional development, de-escalation tactics, risk mitigation, and strategies to avoid restraint-related deaths.

S-Line streetcar extension underway as UTA begins summer construction schedule

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The S-Line streetcar is about to get an extension, and the 2100 South grade crossing is set to be rebuilt as the Utah Transit Authority (UTA) is starting its summer construction schedule.

Kansas Hispanic Education & Development Foundation offers more than scholarships

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The foundation has given out around $1 million in scholarships, but that's not all it does.

Wichita food hall landscape: one closed, two in development

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Multiple food hall projects have been announced for Wichita, but the city is still waiting for them to materialize. The status update covers the current state of food hall development across the city.

Construction & Maintenance Projects - Week of May 15 - May 22, 2026

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View the most recent construction bulletin.

Vacant Taco Bell near Harry + Hillside becoming Pizza Hut

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A building permit reveals plans to convert the vacant Taco Bell location into a Pizza Hut. The space has sat empty for just over a year.

Kansas Hispanic Education & Development Foundation is 'always there' for students

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The foundation provides a one-stop shop for whatever students and their families need to know about the next steps after high school.

The Arkansas River water level has been lowered during construction of the new bridge

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The Arkansas River water level has been lowered during construction of the new bridge.

Kansas SBDC at WSU observes National Small Business Week

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National Small Business Week 2026 runs from May 3-9. The Kansas Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is excited to partner with the Small Business Administration’s Wichita office for the National

Wichita Trinity Academy – Field of the Month – Presented by Hellas Construction

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By Matt Browning Wichita Trinity Academy has taken a significant step forward in enhancing its softball facility with the addition of a permanent seating structure and press box, thanks to a recently

Stalemate in Kansas Legislature leaves Lenexa educational farm in regulatory limbo

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TOPEKA — Shawn Lagemann asked the Kansas Legislature to wade into a dispute pitting her vision of agricultural tourism and education against the city of Lenexa’s blueprint for regulation and zoning of

Projects seek additional $2M from KC economic development board

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The sites are located at 35th Street and Prospect Avenue and in the 18th & Vine Jazz District. The post Projects seek additional $2M from KC economic development board appeared first on The Beacon.

The mission of the Kansas Hispanic Education and Development Foundation

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For the past 18 years, the Kansas Hispanic Education and Development Foundation has helped hundreds of students in Wichita prepare to take their next steps after high school.

Denise Sherman

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Denise Sherman, director of the Center for Management Development and Executive Education, Barton School of Business, was recognized with a Wichita Business Journal 2026 Women in Business Award.

Wichita City Council gets update on development near Equity Bank Park

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A developer provided details about a hotel and an apartment building during a city council workshop.

Wichita area has more farmers markets than you think

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A guide to farmers markets across the Wichita area. Kansas Grown Farmers Market, operating at 21st + Ridge Road for over three decades, is expanding to Andover's Heritage development this spring.

Ascension files $15.5M in building permits for two ERs

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Ascension Via Christi has broken ground on a new emergency room on the west side and filed a building permit for an identical one on the east side. The $15.5M in permits signals major expansion of eme

Wichita city council receives update on downtown ballpark development

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Construction on track to start in June, expected completion in first half of 2028

KETCH breaks ground on 25th residential community on west side

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The Kansas Elks Training Center for the Handicapped is breaking ground on its 25th residential community near Julia + University on Wichita's west side. This marks a significant expansion of KETCH's h

Affordable housing project for adults with disabilities breaks ground in west Wichita

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Julia's Place is expected to open in 2027 and will offer independence to 32 people with developmental disabilities.

T-Mobile store coming to Greenwich Place shopping center

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Construction will begin soon at Greenwich Place shopping center (K-96 + Greenwich) for a new T-Mobile store. The store is expected to open late this year.

Ninth Chipotle coming to 135th + Maple

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A new Chipotle is under construction at 135th + Maple in far west Wichita. The restaurant will be the city's ninth location as the chain continues to expand in the area.

Wichita’s Second Light homeless shelter completes construction phase

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Board Chair Steve Dixon said the shelter is still searching for a funding source to keep its doors open.

Central City Economic Development Sales Tax Board meeting

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The board considers community-focused and sustainable economic development plans in Kansas City's central city area.

Wichita restaurant openings, closings + construction roundup

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A roundup of recent Wichita restaurant news covering openings, closings, and construction updates across the city.

Chipotle coming to 135th + Maple in far west Wichita

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A new Chipotle restaurant is under construction at 135th and Maple in far west Wichita. The steel structure has already drawn public curiosity about what would occupy the site.

Kansas awards $18.9M for upgrades at 53 airports statewide

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The funding will support the planning, construction and rehabilitation of public‑use general aviation airports.

Kansas landowners push back on power line project as regulators cite reliability needs

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TOPEKA — Kansas utility regulators are weighing the benefits and costs of approving construction of a $493 million transmission line that would travel through four southwest counties. Multiple Kansas

Downtown Wichita revitalization project raises concerns about homeless population

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Movement Musick nonprofit plans to remodel old Shirkmere Apartments as part of mixed-use development

Wichita Police Department Patrol West Bureau groundbreaking held

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Mayor Lily Wu attended the groundbreaking ceremony for the new Wichita Police Department Patrol West Bureau on February 18.

Chase Koch transforms downtown block with mixed-use development

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Chase Koch + Movement Musick are developing a downtown block purchased last year into a multi-use space. The project includes renovated Shirkmere Apartments at Second + Topeka, a 3,000-person event ve

Leaders discuss path forward after recent layoffs in Emporia

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On Monday, KSN News spoke with leaders from Emporia organizations, who are focused on workforce and business development, to understand how the community could bounce back from the trend.

PBS Kansas engineer remembered after domestic violence death

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Ivy Unruh, 25, died three days after she was shot at a northeast Wichita apartment complex.

Woman dies after domestic violence-related shooting in NE Wichita, man booked for murder

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The Wichita Police Department confirmed that a 25-year-old woman is dead following a reported domestic-violence-related shooting that happened Friday morning at an apartment complex off of 37th Street