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Wichita Sets Public Forums for 2026 City Commission Candidate Debates

Wichita residents gain required public forums where candidates address city taxes, services and Sedgwick County budgets before the August primary.

By Wichita Policy Desk · July 8, 2026 · 1 min read

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Wichita Adds Two Early Voting Sites for 2027 Municipal Elections

Wichita residents in east and west side districts gain two new early voting locations while central neighborhoods retain existing sites under the state legislation passed in June.

By Wichita Policy Desk · July 8, 2026 · 2 min read

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