At 9:00 am on July 4th, 2025 the Veterans Memorial Park Board will host a commemoration of Independence Day at the American Revolution Memorial in Wichita's Veterans Memorial Park.
The McConnell AFB Honor Guard will present the colors to begin the ceremony, followed by the National Anthem, recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance and an Invocation.
Guest Speaker and USMC Veteran John Caviale will then speak about the significance of this day in history. Following the speech and a closing prayer, the US Marine Corps League rifle detail will fire a 3-volley salute and the ceremony will conclude with the sounding of Taps.
The event is open to the public and limited seating will be provided. However, guests may want to bring their own lawn chairs to ensure they have a place to sit.
https://wichitaveteransmemorialpark.com/event/2025-independence-day-commemoration-at-vmp/
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The BIG DILL Event
Saturday, July 20 | 3:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Chicken N Pickle - Wichi
Get ready for a night of fun and giving back at our Big Dill Silent Auction! From one-of-a-kind experiences to unique gifts, there’s something for everyone – and every budget. Whether you’re bidding big or just browsing, every dollar raised goes directly to supporting law enforcement initiatives right here in our community.
Proceeds benefit programs like the upcoming FREE Day at the Zoo for all first responders and their families across Sedgwick County – a small token of appreciation for those who give so much.
Come mix, mingle, bid, and support a great cause – it’s kind of a Big Dill!
“Saving 22” Documentary
at the USNG Armory
July 18th / 4 PM, Movie at 7PM
A Castle on a Hill Productions Produced the Documentary “Saving 22” in an Effort to Raise Awareness and to Prevent Veteran Suicide. WICHITA, KS 7/18 2025 A Castle on a Hill Productions, a film and video production company based in KS announces a networking event hosting veteran service providers, non profits and mental health advisers along with a showing of the documentary “Saving 22” playing at the USNG Armory (2808 N New York St.) on July 18th, 2025. Networking starts at 4PM, with the feature length movie showing at 7PM. Although “Saving 22” presents the problem of 22 veterans a day taking their lives (based on a VA study), the message of “Saving 22” is hope. Veterans, veteran service providers and non-profits are lining up to curtail the problem of veteran suicide showing life is what you make it and it is rewarding. After coming home, Veterans do not fit-in. It could be due to them being overwhelmed by survivors' guilt, the injuries and traumas they either experienced or prepared for, or by just going through the intense training situations. We miss the sense of achievement, purpose, structure, or the close buddies made. Oftentimes, veterans are left to fend for themselves, usually turning to self medication, or accepting being given opioids for injuries or suicidal ideations. When hope is lost, a veteran will seclude themselves and isolation leads to death. ABOUT “SAVING 22” AND THE EVENT. “Saving 22” encourages those who watch to be empathetic. No one goes through the same thing and no one reacts the same, but we all go through something and we all have the same feelings and we all have trauma. Life is not meant to be done alone. Learning to work as a team is one of the greatest things I learned while being in the Army. The Saving 22 events are not just a movie showing, it's an opportunity for groups who provide care to come together, working as a team when a veteran is found in need. Loved ones have a chance to meet a network available who provide the care their veteran needs letting them know they are not alone. The Saving 22 events are meant to create and share hope.
This inaugural event features a 5k run and a 2-mile walk and we’d love for you to be a part of it.
Date: Saturday, July 26
Location: Sedgwick County Park
5K Start Time: 9:00 AM
2-Mile Walk Start Time: 9:15 AM
The best part? 100 percent of all entry fees will go directly to our Annual Christmas Food Box Program. This program helps us provide food boxes to over 400 families in our community, ensuring they have a warm meal around the holidays.
Whether you’re an avid runner or just want to enjoy a walk for a great cause, we’d love for you to join us and help make this event a success!
This is a fantastic opportunity to get active, have fun, and support a great cause! Let’s come together to raise much-needed donations and keep this program going strong.
Thank you for your support and we look forward to seeing you at the event.
What: Legal Aid Clinic
When:
Tuesday, July 29, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Where:
Building 61, Room 106A
Cost: Free
This clinic is for civil legal questions or if you need legal advice.
This clinic is not for criminal issues.
Types of Assistance Offered:
Meetings are held in-person or via tele-video. Veterans are encouraged to make an appointment online or by calling Veterans Justice Outreach Social Worker Autumn Kuehl at 316-207-2873.
The last day you can make a reservation is July 25, 2025.
For additional information involving criminal justice issues or the VJO Program, contact Autumn 316-207-2873.
What: Driver’s License Renewal
When:
Tuesday, July 29, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Where:
Building 61, Room 106B
Cost: Free
Renew your license without the lines! This is a walk-in event; no appointment is necessary.
These services are available during our Driver’s License Renewal event:
Check the Kansas Department of Revenue website for a list of required documents. If you have questions or need more information, contact Maegan Carlsten at 316-282-4464.
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Applications Closes: August 1, 2025 - 11:59 pm
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