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My favorite thing is finally

watching my kids do what they

in Kansas City with my son and

surviving the previous year and

getting to enjoy a movie on a

love! My son, Tayton, placed

extended family, including Jack

getting vaccinated with no side

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fifth in the decathlon at the

Stack Barbecue on the Plaza and

effects. I like being in Wichita.

USATF Junior Olympics, and my

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We are weather-prepared and

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Vol. 16, Issue 9 — September 2021

FEATURES 6

KUMC-W Celebrates 50 Years

Dust and Ions

Healthy Lives in Recovery

Alex Wakim’s latest cinematic album, “Dust

September is national

and Ions,” was born during

The medical school that

recovery month, and

started off as a “school

the team at Center for

without walls” has minted

Change honors the brave

over 4,700 doctors, while

survivors who are living

establishing a culture of

free of substance abuse.

hands-on learning and

A customized program

community partnership

will treat not just the

in the process.

addiction, but the cause.

the pandemic and inspired by space, stars and the cosmos. He’s performing it live this month, along with a full program of fellow collaborators.

It’s Not All in Your Head The use of somatic, or body-based treatments for PTSD is gaining more and more recognition. We spoke to three Wichita practitioners about Somatic Experiencing,

Naftzger Park This re-energized park in the heart of downtown has become a destination for everything from live music, fitness classes and performances to storytime and movies on the big screen.

EMDR and traumasensitive yoga.

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WRITTEN BY JULIE UNDERWOOD BURTON

Celebrating 50 Years! THE UNIVERSITY OF K ANSAS SCHOOL OF MEDICINE-WICHITA The mission at the University of Kansas School of Medicine-Wichita has

The community-based medical school model has required partnerships

remained much the same after 50 years: focusing primarily on educating

and support across a multitude of parties including local city leaders,

future physicians to meet health care needs, and establishing commu-

county leaders and WSU staff, plus University of Kansas administrators

nity partnerships to improve the health of all Kansans. Over and over,

in both Lawrence and Kansas City. Once the Wichita campus officially

partnerships have proved integral to the school’s success.

became an extension of the University of Kansas Medical Center, many believed that decision to partner proved to be a positive decision and

In 1971, plans for the medical school in Wichita became official when

quite beneficial for the entire state.

Wichita State University‘s branch of KU School of Medicine was approved by the Kansas Board of Regents. Within a year, Governor Robert Docking

Scott Moser, M.D., associate dean of curriculum, professor and vice chair

asked the Kansas Legislature for full funding for a medical school and

for education with the Department of Family & Community Medicine, also

called the project “a major step toward improving the quality of medical

recalls many milestone decisions and subsequent success stories. He

care and education in Kansas and the Midwestern United States.”

applauds our county leaders, especially in their offer to provide space for the school within the E.B. Allen Hospital, a 100-bed county hospital located

In those very early days, the school was called a “school without walls,”

at Kansas and Ninth streets. Although the facility was in dire need of reno-

yet that changed thanks to a partnership with WSU. The school’s first

vation and parts of the hospital space were to be shared, KUSM-W finally

administrative office was set up in 1972 inside a two-bedroom home

had walls of its own. In 1980, the Kansas Board of Regents approved a three-

on Wichita State’s campus, and then offices were relocated the fol-

phase, $4.5 million renovation, which included a lobby, emergency room,

lowing year to several dorm floors at WSU’s Fairmount Towers. Once

a library, an amphitheater and courtyard, along with teaching classrooms.

KUSM-W Medical Practice Association was established and the Wichita campus received accreditation from the Liaison Committee on Medical

It is Moser’s belief that “this expansion allowed KUSM-W to expand the

Education, the first class of students began their clinical training.

medical school to a full, four-year campus and provided the opportunity for cooperative educational experiences for pharmacy and medical stu-

Graduating with the second class of medical students in 1974 and on

dents, in addition to having an on-site standardized patient lab where

staff since 1980, Garold Minns, M.D., dean and current professor of

we teach clinical skills, including our simulation lab.”

internal medicine and associate dean for Academic & Student Affairs, certainly knows more than anyone possible about the school’s history.

Time proven, the medical school has clearly established a long, impor-

Minns particularly recalls early on how skeptics referred to the con-

tant history in our community with a focused dedication to taking care

cept of starting a satellite campus here in Wichita as an “unconven-

of people’s health and continuing to produce doctors in the Wichita

tional approach” since most medical schools were attached to aca-

community. The school certainly strengthens our medical community as

demic medical centers. But KUSM-W’s adopted model, where medical

students learn right alongside practicing physicians within our own local

students are trained in a community-based setting without a large

hospitals. Often, those physicians are graduates who are willing to give

academic hospital, has certainly stood the test of a 50-year time span.

back because they had such a positive learning experience. Half of all

HISTORY

TIMELINE 1971

Kanas Board of regents approved Wichita State University branch of KU School of Medicine

1972

First medical school administrative office opens in a house at 3720 E. 17th St.

1973

The branch office moves to Fairmount Towers, a dorm adjacent to the WSU campus.

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1973

1974

KU School of MedicineThe first class begins Wichita Medical Practice clinical training. Association is established.

WHERE TO FIND THEM The University of Kansas School of Medicine-Wichita 1010 N. Kansas Wichita, KS 67214 316.293.2635 wichita.kumc.edu

physicians practicing in Sedgwick County are graduates of the school’s medical or residency program.

4,700 graduates

When asked specifically about his experience in Wichita as a fourth-year medical student, Kakra Boye-Doe enthusiastically states, “When I speak

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with my colleagues elsewhere, their experiences sound like a completely different institution and experience. Here we get to spend much more

50%

time with patients, which helps me feel confident as a future physician. We really get immersed in the field. I am better able to see myself in the physician’s role because of the hands-on experience.”

O F P H Y S I C I A N S I N S ED G W I C K CO U N T Y A R E G R A D U AT E S O F K U S M- W ’ S M ED I C A L

Originally from Ghana, Africa, Boye-Doe, aside from his daily work with

O R R E S I D EN C Y P R O G R A M S

patients at the Ascension Via Christi St. Joseph campus, is leading a sixpart, campus-wide education series on racism and its effects on health

$49.7 million

care. The workshop is specifically aimed at increasing focus and attention on addressing issues of cultural humility and understanding racial

T O TA L E A R N I N G S B R O U G H T T O

issues, particularly in the medical field.

T H E W I C H I TA C O M M U N I T Y,

“This group gives me a lot of hope because we are working to acknowl-

A CCO R D I N G T O A 2 0 1 0 S T U DY B Y W S U

edge and address the consequences of racism on health as we are seeing that racism can have a major role in health outcome,” states Boye-Doe.

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This is just one initiative. School committees are assessing the curriculum to address cultural bias and are already making policy changes.

C U R R EN T S T U D EN T S

Since 1975, over 4,700 medical students or residents have graduated from the University of Kansas School of Medicine-Wichita. With 374 staff and faculty, 489 students and residents and an impressive 1,021 volunteer physicians currently on the roster, whether you look back or look forward, there is much to celebrate. Cheers to the next 50 years!

1,021

For information about the school, including research and clinical trials,

C U R R EN T V O L U N T EER P H Y S I C I A N S

visit wichita.kumc.edu.

A HEALTHY K ANSAS STARTS HERE 1975

First class of 14 students graduates after 18 months of training.

1979

The former E.B. Allen Hospital becomes the KUSM-W permanent home.

1981

Third- and fourth-year class sizes increase to 50 students.

2001

Doc for a Day lets high school students experience medical school training for a day.

2006

KU School of MedicineWichita receives LCME accreditation for maximum term.

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2008

Total number of graduates from KUSM-W exceeds 1,500.

2011

2020

KU School of Pharmacy- KUSM-W Center for Wichita welcomes first Clinical Research class of students. begins participation in COVID-19 trial.

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Making Strides in the Fight Against Alzheimer's Diagnosing a person with Alzheimer’s dis-

is believed to improve cognitive function with

issues don’t want to admit it. “Some people

ease used to be based on symptoms — things

little to no adverse side effects.

who are good candidates for a study are afraid of what it will mean to take part in the study,

like how they answered specific questions, whether they had distortions in balance and

During the 52-week AMR study in Wichita,

or what they will find out about themselves in

how well they could recall recent events. But

some participants will receive the trial drug

the study,” Klein said. “If we have any difficulty

while those methods are still widely used, they

and others a placebo. The drug is in Phase 3 in

as researchers, it’s participants’ fear and con-

are becoming archaic.

the United States, which is the final phase of

cerns of being involved in research.”

testing before being approved for the market. “Now we can tell if someone is going to get Alzheimer’s even before he or she has cog-

Finding Participants

But early diagnosis is important because it can help rule out other causes of memory lapse (like past strokes, Parkinson’s disease, depres-

nizant impairment, by using MRIs and PET scans,” said Dr. Thomas Klein of Wichita, a

AMR is looking for at least eight participants

sion, brain tumors, hemorrhages or even infec-

family physician and founder of Alliance for

ages 50 to 85 to participate in the drug trial.

tions) and offer drug and non-drug interven-

Multispecialty Research (formerly known as

Participants must exhibit mild to moderate

tions to lessen the effects of Alzheimer’s.

Heartland Research Associates).

memory lapse, which AMR will help diagnose using a Mini-Mental State Exam. During the

In order to make strides in Alzheimer's disease

Even more amazing is that researchers believe

simple MMSE, a patient is asked a series of

research, though, having study participants is

they have found a link between gut health and

questions designed to test a range of every-

imperative. “Everything is dependent on people

Alzheimer’s disease, making it hopeful to diag-

day mental skills. Non-memory triggers for

being willing to take part in research,” Klein

nose the disease through blood tests — and

Alzheimer’s disease and dementia include

said. “If I had a message to convey to the pub-

perhaps someday making it possible to deter-

personality change, depression, deterioration

lic, it would be this: Don’t be afraid of research.”

mine who is likely to develop Alzheimer’s dis-

of chronic disease without explanation, and

ease in the future.

falls or balance issues.

“Through blood tests, we can see that amy-

Klein said finding candidates can be difficult,

heartlandresearch.com/studies/

loids and other proteins like tau have been

as many people who are experiencing memory

alzheimers-research-study-east-wichita.

For information about the study, call AMR Wichita East at 316.689.6652 or apply online at

shown to rise in people who are going to get Alzheimer’s,” Klein said. Researchers are exploring whether inflammatory cells from the gut are moving into the brain and affecting normal brain function. This ground-breaking research is now being tested at AMR’s Wichita area facilities — namely an oral pill that has been shown to slow the effects of dementia and Alzheimer's disease by reconditioning gut microbiota, thereby reducing inflammation in the brain. The drug, which gained approval for the Chinese market in 2019, is for the treatment of mild to moderate Alzheimer’s disease and

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What Is an Insurance Score, and How Does It Affect What I Pay For My Home and Auto Insurance? An insurance score is a rating assigned to you by insurance companies which helps them predict the probability of you filing an insurance claim. The more likely you are to file a claim, the more your insurance will cost. Much like a credit score, if you have a low insurance score, you are a higher risk than someone who has a high insurance score. However, your Insurance score is not the same as your credit score. Your credit score is based on your ability to repay money that you borrowed. Your insurance score is based on the probability of you filing an insurance claim or having an accident. Although these scores are different, they are both considered by the insurance companies when deciding how much to charge you for your insurance. Insurance scores range from 200 to 997. A score of 500 or below is considered a poor score and anything higher than a 776 is considered a good score. Payment history, outstanding debt, credit history length and pursuit of new credit can all affect your insurance score. In addition to saving you money on your insurance, a good insurance score can also allow you access to the best insurance carriers and coverage available. For a free, no obligation quote on your insurance to see if we can save you money, call Insurance Services Group today at 316.928.0044 or email us at info@isgkansas.com.

MONEY MATTERS

Chock and Tubbs can be reached at 316.641.7906 or chock@isgkansas.com. Chock Chapple is owner and president at Insurance Services Group, LLC.

When to Secure a Home Loan? As Early as Possible. Many people wait until the last minute to apply for their home loan. The best strategy is to develop a relationship with your lender months or even years in advance. We see people come in to start the process, only to be shocked at finding barriers on their credit report — which can be fixed — but it takes time. In this hot housing market no one wants to lose a home because of an error. At Home Bank we believe in long-term relationships, and that can include long term goals and financial counseling options as well. Give us a call, drop in to see us, or shoot us an email — we want to walk alongside you before, during and after you purchase your home. Visit Home Bank & Trust Company at homebank-trust.com to discuss your financial goals and mortgage options. Member FDIC, Equal Housing Lender. Brian Sandberg, NMLS #468586; Mai Schendel, NMLS #468583; Jeff Rathbun, NMLS #543215; Home Bank & Trust, NMLS #416329

What’s the Tax You Didn't Know You’re Paying? Inflation! Inflation happens when the Federal Reserve prints more money and puts it into circulation. Everyone ends up with a little more money, which makes them feel comfortable spending more, which ultimately raises the prices of everyday goods. So while you may have more money, you’ll also have higher expenses. Your spending power remains about the same, because more money in circulation means more dollars competing for the same goods and services. One way to protect against inflation is to own equities. Equities are stocks, mutual funds, and ETFs that are based on owning companies within the United States or around the world. One thing that leaves you more vulnerable to inflation is owning bonds or treasury bills or holding on to large amounts of cash, because these all earn a fixed return. Equities help hedge against inflation because they don’t earn a fixed rate. Instead, the return on your equity holdings will grow along with inflation and preserve your buying power in the future. Basically, when inflation is high, stocks are good and bonds and cash are bad. If inflation rates have you worried about your financial future, especially if you’re approaching retirement, scan this QR code to schedule a free introductory meeting. Leading Edge Financial Planning, LLC, is a Registered Investment Advisory firm and is registered with the states of Kansas and Colorado. Contact Michael Proctor, CCO, with any questions at 316.768.7526 or mike@leadingedgepf.com. 10

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We are excited to introduce you to the newest treatment at Plastic Surgery Center and PSC Aesthetics, Morpheus8, a cutting-edge, radiofrequency,

How quickly will I see results?

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You'll see visible results within a few days, while your most noticeable results

face and body. Morpheus8 is a powerful tool used to fight the aging process.

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skin complexion and texture, while reducing wrinkles for a more radiant

extensive results, and we can discuss this at your consultation.

and youthful appearance.

Tell me about the downtime.

Morpheus8 treats the following areas:

Patient downtime is minimal because the treatment is non-invasive. You

• The lower face, neck and folds around the nose and mouth

can usually apply makeup one to two days after treatment. You can expect

• Area around the eyes

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• The abdomen, thighs, legs and buttocks

week depending on treatment parameters.

• Any area on your face or body that has wrinkles, discoloration or acne scarring

After your treatment, we recommend using moisturizer and avoiding direct

• Any area that can benefit from sub-dermal renewal such as areas with deep lines, jowling, lost volume, and drooping skin

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WRITTEN BY KAREN LONG

Q&A

WITH GINA WALLACE

Director of Business Development Rivercross Hospice

Q. How does Rivercross support mind, body and spirit during endof-life care? A. We have spiritual leaders as part of our staff team. We have three chaplains, all very

wheelchair placement or pivoting, or getting

Our complex care will accept people who

to the bathroom. We’ll go ahead and okay the

need TPN, which is IV nutrition. For example,

therapy. A lot of hospices won’t do that.

we had a patient who had esophageal cancer

Q. What’s special about your director of nursing?

nutrition through an IV. Well, most hospices consider that aggressive treatment. Again, we consider it comfort. Even though the man was

different, all wonderful. And we also have a social worker who’s a really good point

A. Our director of nursing is a certified wound

dying, he wasn’t just lying in bed — he still had

person. They’re great for finding resources,

nurse and she’s amazing! A lot of people are

his right mind. That’s his only form of nutrition;

but also just being a sounding board for our

referred to us specifically for our wound care.

we’re not going to take that from him. We’re

patients to support their many emotions,

With her knowledge and the care that the

going to allow that. And we pay for it.

because being told that you have a terminal

nurses provide, we’ve healed some pretty

diagnosis is pretty traumatic for a lot of

significant wounds. Wounds that physicians

people. We address people as a whole, not

have said would never heal and need to be

just their clinical needs; we take care of their

amputated, we’ve actually healed.

place of peace and acceptance.

Q. Tell us more about your interdisciplinary team members.

Q. How are you able to provide such comprehensive service? A. Rivercross is privately owned and operated.

minds and their hearts and get them to a One particular patient was in a different

Our owner, Mark Rowe, is from Wichita, and

hospice and they refused to deal with his

he’s the one who allows us to do these extra

wounds. They said it was aggressive treatment

things. We’re not run by a corporation. It’s not

and wouldn’t take care of him, so he was

like I have to call somebody in another state

switched to us. This was a double amputation

and wait three days — I have a direct line to

A. We meet with our medical director on a

according to the cardiologist, and we came in,

the owner. Just to see the kindness, that he

weekly basis to discuss our patients and

and within four or five months the patient’s

wants what’s best for our patients, is the most

their needs for care provided by our nurses,

wounds were healed — and he’d had those

important thing that I think makes Rivercross

nurse practitioners and home health aids. We

wounds for 10 years. It was amazing.

stand out, going above and beyond.

have access to a dietician, plus volunteers to provide respite care so family members can take a break.

Q. What’s your approach if a patient needs skilled therapy?

and couldn’t swallow so he was getting his

Q. How does Rivercross address complex care? A. We do some complex care things that a lot of hospices won’t do. Like if somebody

WHERE TO FIND THEM

has a wound VAC, most hospices won’t do

Rivercross Hospice

A. Medicare won’t pay for both skilled therapy

that because they consider it aggressive

and hospice at the same time. But oftentimes

treatment. We consider it comfort. If that

we will pay for it — especially if a patient

wound VAC is going to help the wound heal,

is in a nursing home setting — and they

that’s going to be comfort; that’s going to

need a few days of therapy for things like

make the patient feel better.

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WRITTEN BY NATASHA PARK

HOT MICS Maybe you are an aspiring artist ready to trade

arose to purchase the Artichoke Sandwich Bar,

singing in the shower for singing into a mic,

he jumped on it and we are glad he did.

or just an appreciative supporter of listening local. Leave the talent-show, critique mindset

THE ELBOW ROOM

at home, and spend an inspiring evening at one

1507 E. Pawnee

of Wichita’s many open mic nights connecting

What: Open mic (acoustic music, poetry,

with our local artists. Multiple songwriters and

comedy and backing tracks)

artists with impressive skills have emerged in

When: Tuesdays, 8 p.m.

WHERE TO FIND THEM IN ICT

Wichita recently — mostly due to the downtime of the pandemic.

Brad Heagler is a well-rounded local musician/ producer who has recorded his original material

Homegrown artists and the locally owned

with the likes of Clint Lowery of Sevendust. Jon

places they perform are the heart of our

Voges is equally talented. Both lead the Elbow

city. These musicians, vocalists, poets and

Room’s open mic nights. Together they are

comedians, who bravely wear their hearts

an exceptional duo with their rock-inspired

on their sleeves, go hand-and-hand with the

guitar riffs and smooth vocal harmonies. They

raw and honest atmosphere of the beloved

are accommodating and bring out the best in

establishments listed below.

other participating musicians.

THE ARTICHOKE SANDWICH BAR

BARLEYCORN’S

811 N. Broadway

608 E. Douglas

What: Songwriters Circle (bring your acoustic

What: Open mic (acoustic music, poetry,

guitar and original songs)

comedy and backing tracks)

When: Wednesdays, 7–10 p.m.

When: Wednesday, 8 p.m.

The iconic Artichoke is a lovable Irish dive

Bring your acoustic guitar, poem, jokes or

restaurant by day and a full bar by night. This

backing tracks. Sound is provided and cover

longstanding sandwich shop and bar has been

songs are welcome. Show up early and share

cherished by Wichita’s songwriters for decades.

up to five songs; spots become limited as the

UCHE ONWUGBUFOR AND TRACY RUTLEDGE CO-OWNERS OF THE ARTICHOKE SANDWICH BAR

THE ELBOW ROOM PHOTO BY BRANDON VOGT

night rolls on. Barleycorn's is a lively venue Enjoy from the booths or pull a chair into the

and bar. It offers music in an intimate space,

circle of about seven other songwriters in the

pool tables and video games.

middle of the room. One at a time, artists will take turns playing their original music while

JERRY'S BAR & GRILL

remaining seated. Listening is just as important

630 N. Robin Rd.

as playing. Think of sharing your song versus

What: Full band open mic

performing your song and you will do awesome.

When: Thursdays, 7:30–11 p.m.

Enjoy various hints of folk, blues, pop, punk,

Jerry's has a full menu and live bands every

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Restylane Contour Updates Q&A WITH DR. BETHANY KING, KANSAS SURGICAL ARTS Q. What is injectable filler?

Q. How is Restylane Contour different from the other fillers that currently fill the cheeks?

A. Injectable filler is a substance that is delicately placed under the skin to make it

A. The established fillers commonly used in

feel and appear fuller. By gently raising the

the midface can be rather stiff and unforgiving

surface of the skin, you can change shapes and

in areas where there is motion. That’s why

make wrinkles look softer depending upon

they are usually placed deeply, near to the

the technique that is used and the type of

bone and underneath the movable tissues.

filler selected. Some fillers are a clear gel like

But Restylane Contour is designed to not only

hyaluronic acid (HA). Some are a white paste

lift heavy tissues due to its large particle size

such as Radiesse — which fills and stimulates

but to be flexible, which results in a more

collagen

natural effect.

growth.

Sculptra

Aesthetic

actually not a filler per se, as it stimulates your body to make its own collagen over time

Q. What is the treatment like?

and your own collagen will naturally “fill” you, requiring you to be patient as it grows. Some

last a shorter time, some last a longer time.

in a comfortable chair; there is minimal

Restylane and Juvéderm are two common

discomfort. You walk out with immediate

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results and this typically translates to

of subtypes that have different thicknesses

improved self-confidence. Most people do not

Kansas Surgical Arts

and other characteristics to produce different

bruise, and the swelling is minimal, almost

effects. The type of filler will be chosen based

undetectable. There will be tiny pin-sized

upon the location and the desired effect.

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Thirty

music-filled

minutes

reclining

you can easily cover with makeup. For a few Q. What is the midface, and why does it matter?

days, your cheeks will feel tender if you push on them. You will minimize risk of bruising by

A. The midface is the middle third of the face;

avoiding aspirin, aspirin-containing products

it spans from the area around the eyes down

like Excedrin, ibuprofen or naproxen for one

to the region around the lip, from ear to ear.

week prior to the injections.

The midface is a visual focal point and is what people’s eyes land as they glance at your face,

Q. How many vials are needed, and how long

creating an initial impression. With age, bones

does the effect last?

can deteriorate causing the cheeks to look sunken. If your framework moves inward, the

A. Cheeks have a sizable amount of soft tissue

soft tissue sitting on it moves inward as well.

in them (compared to lips or marionette lines).

Plus, you lose fat in various places beneath

It will take more filler to create change, reap

the eye and in the cheeks. A woman in her

the rewards of your investment and produce

20s will display a full, filled out cheek. This

dramatic results. However, there is no reason

region is the “apple” of your cheek, the part

to fear that you will be over-filled or distorted

that looks round when you smile. Whether

like some of the “overdone” celebrities.

you realize it or not, when that part goes flat,

Since multiple vials per side will be used to

it subconsciously communicates “aging” to

accomplish this look, it’s a great idea to make

the people who look at you. Restoring that

use of promotional times like this to get the

fullness instantly turns back the clock.

treatment done. Most cheek fillers last one to two years before enough has dissolved that you start to miss the effect.

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site gym with instructor-lead classes free to

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Services provided by HealthyOptions include

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and healthy at the workplace, as well as at

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healthcare costs.

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Living Healthy, Productive Lives In Recovery WRITTEN BY GREGORY LAKIN, D.O., J.D. | CENTER FOR CHANGE September is national recovery month and

We’ve been so fortunate to have a track

our team at Center for Change loves nothing

record of success for countless patients. We’ve

more than serving patients and seeing them

dedicated our lives to giving a substance-abuse-

live healthy and productive lives in recovery.

free life back to our Center for Change family.

What we know is every patient is special and

There’s nothing more important to us, and to

every addiction is unique. Our patients deserve

our patients it truly changes their world. To

the best treatment and care possible, and that

those you know living in recovery, please take a

requires a customized program designed for

moment this September to celebrate them and

their personal success.

their success. Society fails to honor these brave survivors enough.

Living with opioid addiction is a terrible burden on the individual and those that love them. Our mission is to treat not just the addiction, but also the cause. Unfortunately too many people wait until it’s too late.

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Honoring Life-Saving Efforts THE VALOR AWARDS Police officers and detectives are often the

In an odd turn of events, Officer Danny Taylor

quiet leaders and unsung heroes among us.

helped save a man’s life. In June of 2020, a man

As they prepare for a day of work, there are

defending his home from intruders fired shots

potential obstacles that lie ahead. Uncertainty

that incapacitated one of the potential burglars

and risk must be balanced with training and

and forced him to an unresponsive state. Officer

courage. They are officers of the law but also

Taylor’s swift action in administering CPR saved

helpers to the community. Their roles are

the life of one man while ultimately protecting

many, and this year’s Valor Award winners are

the life of another. The KACP Silver Award was

being recognized as they lend assistance in

the appropriate nomination for his heroic efforts.

ANTHONY SOTO WITH KACP PRESIDENT NELSON MOSLEY

OFFICER DANNY TAYLOR

versatile ways and save lives. Again in August it was a dedicated officer and On January 21, 2020, Detective Robert Kempf

CPR to the rescue. Officer Michael Hampton

and Officer Dustin Fussell assisted a man, Mr.

rushed to lend aid to an unresponsive victim.

Green, who had been exposed to the exhaust

His exemplary and heroic life-saving efforts

of a vehicle. They noticed that he was slumped

prevented certain death. He was recognized for

forward in the vehicle and was unresponsive.

going above his normal duties as he performed

Detective Kempf quickly called EMS, promptly

CPR and instructed the man’s wife on how to

removed the man from the vehicle and placed

administer rescue breathing until paramedics

him on the ground. Officer Fussell began chest

could arrive, assist and transport him to safety.

OFFICER DUSTIN FUSSELL

compressions while Detective Kempf provided rescue breathing. EMS Medic 32 arrived shortly

In October of 2020, four deputies worked

after and used a defibrillator to restart Mr.

together to save a man’s life, also earning

Green’s heart. The patient was taken to Wesley

nominations for the life-saving Silver Award.

Medical Center. Both Detective Kempf and

Deputy Ed Clark arrived at a man’s residence to

Officer Fussell received Life Saving Awards for

serve him with a warrant. It was soon realized

their efforts during this incident as well as

that the man had barricaded himself into a

nominations for the KACP Silver Award.

basement bedroom closet along with a twoyear-old child and was attempting to end his

On February 17th, 2024, dispatch advised

life. Deputy Lucas Marsh, Deputy Jeff Smith and

officers of a female outside of the safety

Deputy Jonathan Carpenter arrived and, along

fence on the 47th Street South bridge over

with Deputies Clark and Monroe, attempted

I-135. Officers Gillespie, Creighton and McCall

to talk this man out of the life-threatening

arrived on scene and observed Miss Strickland

situation. When no resolution could be reached

sitting on the exterior edge of the safety chain

(even with the pleading of the suspect’s wife

link fence, sobbing as her legs dangled over

and mother-in-law), deputies forced entry and

the northbound lanes of the busy interstate

worked quickly to evacuate the child to safety.

highway. The three officers quickly assessed

They assisted the man who was attempting to

the situation, and Creighton and McCall

hang himself and began to administer CPR.

DETECTIVE ROBERT KEMPF

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immediately grabbed Strickland by both wrists to try to make sure she would not fall from

These brave individuals sacrificed their own

the bridge. Officer Gillespie cinched his body

safety to step forward and save the lives of

against hers to secure her. He put himself in

others. Their actions are commendable and

immediate danger and saved Strickland’s

worthy of recognition.

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A Patient’s Guide to Vein Treatment INNOVATIVE VEIN Varicose veins are enlarged blood vessels

• Sclerotherapy treatment (ST)

His comprehensive, non-surgical approach

that often bulge and can appear “ropey” or

• VeinGogh ohmic thermolysis system (VGT)

includes

entwined. This condition occurs when walls of

• Intense pulsed light treatment (IPL)

for

veins weaken or collapse. When near-surface

• Endovenous laser ablation treatment (ELT)

endovenous

veins are subjected to high pressure they

• Ultrasound guided sclerotherapy treatment (UGS)

injection sclerotherapy. This combination of

develop the purple-blue color. Varicose veins develop gradually, tending to increase with age.

What Are The Symptoms?

duplex and

laser

ultrasonography

guiding

treatment

treatment, (EVLT)

and

treatment allows Dr. Cheatum to meet the At Innovative Vein, during your free consultation,

needs of all of his patients, from the smallest

your condition will be evaluated and treatment

spider veins to the largest rope-like varicose

options will be discussed. In most cases,

veins, in addition to unique conditions such

These affected veins are unable to function

medically necessary treatments are recognized

as leg ulcers.

properly and cause blood to flow back into

by your insurance company. It is important for

the leg, leading to symptoms such as:

all patients to know that they are in control.

• Pain or aching

About Dr. Cheatum

• Throbbing

WHERE TO FIND THEM

• Tiredness or heaviness

Paul Cheatum, MD, RVT, DABVLM, a lifelong

• Cramps

Wichitan,

• Burning

nation’s leading phlebology organization

• Itching

located in Milwaukee. There, he passed

10523 E. 21st St. N.

• Restless legs

the first comprehensive phlebology board

Wichita, KS 67206

• Swelling

examination ever offered, demonstrating his

316.425.7980

Why Treat Varicose Veins?

received

his

training

the

Innovative Vein Main office

years of expertise and commitment to treating vein disease. As an experienced phlebologist,

Office hours

Varicose veins can cause blood clots, throm-

Dr. Cheatum is dedicated exclusively to the

Monday–Thursday

bophlebitis, pigmentation and eczema, and if

treatment of chronic vein disorders.

left untreated may also lead to more serious conditions such as bleeding veins, prolonged swelling, infection, thrombosis and leg ulcers. Other vein conditions such as spider veins and matting can also be treated at Innovative Vein, as well as veins of the face and hands. With a variety of treatment styles, finding the right treatment fit for you is their first priority. Procedures include: • Ultrasound evaluation (UE) • Compression stocking treatment (CST)

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It's All About Image! AN INTERVIEW WITH CALAH TITUS, OWNER, GREAT IMAGE DESIGNS

Great Image Designs specializes in print and

retail store was able to offer Wichitans one of

embroidery services, and is proud to be an

the largest selections of Wichita State Shockers,

established, family-owned business located in

Wichita Force Football, and Wichita Wizards

downtown Wichita for over 21 years.

Basketball merchandise, plus a wide array of

Who Is Great Image Designs? Owners Calah and Andy Titus met while attending Friends University, and have been busy raising their son, who will graduate from USD 259 in May. Working for Great Image Designs for 13 years, Calah now oversees all day-to-day operations after she and her husband became the new owners in January 2020. Looking back 21 years, the success of Great Image Designs is attributed to the fact that all garment decorations are done in-house, can be customized and are quite creative. “Because we also strive to stay on the cutting edge of what our industry has to offer from traditional to edgy, our designs are very unique,” states Calah. Many customers are also pleased to learn about the on-site retail shop on east First Street, which has earned a reputation as a great destination to find a large selection of pre-printed merchandise displaying many of Wichita’s local sports team’s logos and ICT images.

How Did Great Image Designs Get Started?

ICT flag swag and other memorabilia.

What is Different About Great Image Designs?

for t-shirts, polos, caps and other items that might be needed for a specific uniform, an award, a recognition gift or special event. Great Image Designs also works with schools and teams, helping them through the design stage and print or embroidery process for fan gear and spirit wear. Teams, schools, corporations and groups

Particularly in today’s print industry, it

are invited to visit Great Image Designs at

is unusual to find a local screen printer

the new location. For more information, visit

and embroiderer all under the same roof.

gidesignswichita.net.

Typically, these types of jobs are contracted or subcontracted to outside vendors, sometimes in other states or countries. At Great Image Designs, the customer has a huge advantage because all printing and embroidery is done locally, and can be designed and proofed on-site. “Being able to work hands-on with our customers provides an added service, and also enables us to build long-term relationships with our customers. Pricing, efficiency and product quality is also key in this industry,” adds Calah. Great Image Designs also offers a “no-hassle” option for groups who wish to order their merchandise online through the company’s website. Groups can have an online page set up exclusively for their group, which includes the garment specifications and ordering details. Having an exclusive online order cue proves to be a significant timesaver for schools and organizations and simplifies the ordering

Great Image Designs opened its first shop

and payment process — which also eliminates

with an original intent to exclusively serve the

much worry about order fulfillment, accuracy

corporate community with high quality screen

and payments.

printing. Since then Great Image Designs evolved, and acquired licensing for Wichita State University and Wichita’s local chapter of She Runs This Town, an international organization dedicated to local women’s running clubs. As those and other connections continued to grow, particularly with local sports teams, the

Does Great Image Designs Still Work With Corporations?

WHERE TO FIND THEM Great Image Designs 620 E. First Street Wichita, KS 67202

Yes. A large majority of the customer base is

316.267.5030

corporate clients. Great Image Designs works

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WRITTEN BY KIM DUGGER ATTWATER

Old School Food and Atmosphere Live On at Chico’s Jose Fernandez is 75 years old and still in charge

The huge quesadillas with grilled steak or

of the kitchen at Chico’s — which is just how

chicken, guacamole, sour cream and pico de

customers like it. After all, the Mexican restaurant

gallo are a great appetizer or light meal to share

known for its chile verde has been drawing fans

since they easily feed two or three people.

to west Wichita for nearly half a century.

Chico’s also features $1.25 street tacos filled with carnitas, carne asada or al pastor on Tuesday,

“They’re coming because they know old

plus $1.99 margaritas on Tuesday and Saturday.

school,” Fernandez’s daughter, Lupita, said. “The grandparents and parents, they’ll teach

The pandemic forced Chico’s to cut its hours

their kids what mom and pop’s place is.”

and staff. It’s now open 11 a.m.–2 p.m. and 5–8

WHERE TO FIND THEM Chico’s Mexican Restaurant 4407 W. Maple St. Wichita, KS 67209 316.943.5401

p.m. Tuesday, Thursday and Friday; 11 a.m.–2 Lupita, who took over the restaurant 23 years

p.m. Wednesday; and 2–8 p.m. Saturday.

ago, said her parents and grandparents opened Chico’s in 1974. With Jose in the kitchen, Chico’s

Although there’s a “for sale” sign out front,

soon became famous for chile verde, succulent

Lupita has no plans to close. Instead, she hopes

chunks of pork slowly simmered in a sauce of

to sell the building and move to a smaller

green chiles, onion and spices.

location. Her own children would like to take over someday. They’ve suggested updating

Try the Chico’s Special No. 1, which is a large

the décor to appeal to millennials but Lupita,

flour tortilla topped with beans, cheese,

quoting her father, said customers “don’t come

lettuce and plenty of chile verde. Or sample

for the atmosphere, they come for the food.”

one of Chico’s burritos topped with chile verde. Speaking of which: Jose actually tried to retire a Chile rellenos are the other house specialty

few years ago but returned after the death of his

— peppers that have been roasted, stuffed,

wife and Lupita’s mother, Clara, two years ago.

coated with a light egg batter and then deep fried until crispy and golden brown. Lupita said

“He’s in really good shape for 75 years old, but

her father’s secret is starting with Anaheim

he’d like to be as fast as he was a long time

peppers, which are lighter and not as spicy as

ago,” Lupita said, a mixture of admiration and

the poblanos used in most restaurants.

amusement in her voice. “I tell customers ‘I’ve got a senior citizen in the kitchen.’ They just start

“He’s always used Anaheims,” she said. “He

laughing and they’re like, ‘We know, it’s okay.’ ”

likes the texture and the flavor.”

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If you would like to see your restaurant

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WRITTEN BY KAREN LONG

RELEASING BODY-HELD TRAUMA

No matter how much we try to appear in

neglect to domestic violence, verbal abuse or

control and exhibit mind over matter, common

bullying, known as complex PTSD, can have a

expressions give us away. We might speak of

similar adverse effect over time.

“getting something off our chest,” “crying our heart out,” or being “head over heels” for

Body-focused practices for resolving trauma

someone. Recognizing humans’ inescapable

include acupuncture, movement-based therapies,

connection between mind and body has led

neurofeedback, EMDR, Somatic Experiencing and

to a rapid growth in somatic, or body-based,

trauma-sensitive yoga. We’re fortunate in Wichita

treatments for resolving PTSD, an often

to have a growing number of practitioners using

stubborn challenge.

somatic techniques, and they are seeing impressive results.

In his book, “The Body Keeps the Score,” psychiatrist and researcher Bessel Van Der

Holistic Wellness Therapy

Kolk identifies three broad approaches to treating post-traumatic stress disorder. The

Therapist Sherilyn Dalke, LPCP, of Tree of Life

first is talking through the traumatic memories

Holistic Wellness, started off in her career

and reconnecting with others, commonly

offering talk therapy, but became frustrated

known as talk therapy. The second is through

because “I knew that there was more to

medication, and the third works from the

counseling than what I was taught in my degree.”

“bottom up,” focusing on the body and giving

She transitioned to school counseling for a

it experiences that “deeply and viscerally

number of years, but then found her way back to

contradict the helplessness, rage, or collapse

therapy when she took an extensive three-year

that result from trauma.”

training course in Somatic Experiencing.

The fight, flight or freeze response that occurs

During Somatic Experiencing sessions, Dalke

during a traumatic event results in a “whole-

encourages clients to tune into sensations such

body response to threat,” and modalities

as heat, cold, tingling or shallow breathing that

that deal with somatic reprocessing likewise

may arise while discussing traumatic memories.

take a whole-body approach to diffusing

She has also added movement-based therapy,

the trauma and tension that accumulate

family healing, EMDR and embodied yoga

in the body, leading to symptoms such as

practices, combining them all with talk therapy

depression, anxiety, mood swings, insomnia,

in what she calls “holistic wellness therapy.”

hypervigilance, shame, aggression and difficulty maintaining relationships.

“When you experience the felt sensations within the body, what happens is, you end up

In addition it’s not only the big, singular

discharging those stagnant emotions that are

events — a car accident, combat trauma or

held within the body,” Dalke explains, “and it

first-responder experiences — that can lead to

helps to provide a gentle release without ever

long-term complications from trauma. A series

really having to go into depth about the trauma

of occurrences, from childhood abuse and

that you've experienced.”

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One exercise Dalke teaches is called the

thoughts and emotions are coming up?” “What

the student through familiar yoga poses, but

high power pose, or the Superwoman pose,

would you like to believe in yourself?”

there the similarity ends. Instead of correcting alignment and directing a constant flow of

where the client stands up tall, legs strong, fists on hips, exuding self confidence and

Using this system, Granados says, the client is

asanas, she gently invites the student into the

empowerment, and feeling it in their body.

eventually able to come to the understanding

poses to give them a sense of agency and control.

Practiced daily, this leads to being more

that they are safe. “That was a terrible thing

She spends more time in each pose and asks

“embodied and present” in everyday life.

that happened. But I'm not owned by it today,

them to be present with what they’re feeling.

my brain knows that was an old event, I am safe A recent client who was continually failing her

now. There is a new neural pathway so I can

While working with the therapists at Soma

exams sought help for test anxiety; after a

listen to my body and see what's happening,

Therapy and Counseling, Speer has explained

few sessions, she was able to pass her exams.

instead of replaying the old tape in my head

how trauma-sensitive yoga can dovetail with

Dalke also works with women going through

from my past.”

their own work, for example, certain poses can

domestic abuse, and over time “they’re able to leave their partners and create a life on their

Trauma-Sensitive Yoga

make a student feel more talkative, others can be calming after an intense session.

own, in security and safety.” “Trauma patients have completely disassociated

Sometimes during a session, the reaction is

“I will tell you that there is a great need for

themselves from their body, and so they need

immediate.

Somatic Experiencing. And a majority of

to really learn how to be present,” says Amy

the clients that I see are asking for Somatic

Speer, part of the team at Soma Therapy and

“The place that was tight where they were

Experiencing therapy.”

Counseling. A yoga teacher with over 11 years

holding it, when they stretched it, all of a

experience and special training in trauma-

sudden, that emotion was released. One

sensitive yoga, Speer explains that she works

student told me that she had an experience

not only with physical pain, she also works with

where she was just crying uncontrollably.

EMDR One somatic treatment gaining more recog-

emotional distress.

nition is called eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, or EMDR.

And she couldn't believe how good it felt to be crying — even in public — and just letting

“A lot of people store emotional pain in their

go of it.”

bodies. You can tell they have a different “What makes EMDR different from other

posture — their back hunches, their chest

Even though resolving the long-term effects

modalities is that it uses bilateral stimulation,”

gets tighter — everything, in their whole

of trauma may require focused attention, a

explains Christina Granados, LSCSW, ACHT. She

countenance is just completely different.”

blend of modalities, and specially trained

has advanced clinical training working with

professionals, Sherilyn Dalke ends on a hopeful

patients who’ve experienced or witnessed,

Speer always teaches trauma-sensitive yoga

note. “The only thing I want to add is that the

sexual abuse, childhood trauma, domestic

as a private session, sometimes directing

body has an innate capacity to heal itself.”

violence and other traumatic events. She says that, through the eight-stage protocol of EMDR, most clients start to feel relief within a couple of sessions. Complete resolution of symptoms can take six to 18 sessions or more, which she explains is a shorter time period than traditional talk therapy alone. During the reprocessing stage of EMDR, Granados uses a light bar displaying a green signal flicking back and forth from left to right. The client follows the light with their eyes while bringing up an image from their traumatic memory, and Granados asks them questions such as: “What do you notice right now in your body?” “What

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‘DUST AND IONS’

UPCOMING SHOW CONNECTS COMPOSER TO HIS ROOTS

It took the scattering effect of the pandemic

Wakim had planned to record the album in a

who have no access to treatment medication

to create a project that composer and pianist

New York studio, but it became clear that the

because of the country’s economic crisis.

Alex Wakim says is all about connection. The

pandemic would prevent that from happening.

Wichita native is returning to his hometown

The stars seemed to align in Wichita, however,

Wakim is thankful for the musical opportunities

in September with his live performance

and one by one, the composer found talented

he received as a Wichita Public Schools

“Dust and Ions,” combining music, dance and

local musicians to form a team that would

student from K–12, and he wanted to give

poetry. The 90-minute show fuses Wakim’s

later record the project at Zeptepland studio

back. Meanwhile, with family members living

original score with musicians from the Wichita

in Wichita. “Recording was a really great time,”

in Lebanon, Wakim says watching that nation’s

Symphony Orchestra, singers from the Wichita

he said. “Of course I would have loved to have

financial meltdown has prompted him to get

Grand Opera, local dancers, an award-winning

a live release party for the album, but it wasn’t

involved and help in whatever way possible.

poet and more.

an option at that time, sadly.”

“This is a moment that’s all about people

Wakim kept the idea of performing a live

coming together,” said Wakim, who grew up in

version of the album tucked in the back of

Wichita and graduated from Northwest High

his mind — and this year, it became a reality.

School in 2014. He is the son of Dr. Tony and

Joining forces with amazing musicians, dancers

Mimi Wakim of Wichita. “I’m excited about all

and other artists has energized him, Wakim

of the elements. I’m not really a purist; I love

said. “A good nature walk gives me inspiration,”

mixing, so this is so on brand for me.”

he joked, “but the energy of my collaborators

“You feel powerless and want to help,” Wakim said. “It’s a way to feel connected.”

is really what inspires me.” Wichitans may remember Wakim from his original musical, “An American in Beirut,”

Collaborators for the “Dust and Ions” event

the sold-out 2019 workshop production at

include dancers from the Regina Klenjoski

the Crown Uptown in Wichita. His newest

Dance Company, composer and musician Juan

cinematic album “Dust and Ions” was born in

Dussán, and award-winning poet and writer

2020 when the New York City resident found

Yara Zgheib. While the album is the backbone

himself grounded in Wichita during the

of the performance, Wakim has also written

shutdown. Kansas’ wide open skies beckoned

40 minutes of original music. He said guests

him, reconnecting him with his childhood love

may enjoy listening to the album in advance of

of space, stars and the cosmos.

the show (you can listen for free at alexwakim. com/dust-and-ions) and watching for its

When the comet NEOWISE passed through

themes during the live performance.

Kansas in July 2020, Wakim said he rushed to

Cheney Lake to catch a glimpse of it away from

Two causes close to Wakim’s heart will benefit

city lights. Looking through binoculars, heart

from ticket sales: the WPS Fine Arts Gift Fund,

pounding, Wakim said he was struck by the

which helps provide instruments to Wichita

stillness of the comet, juxtaposing his frantic

Public Schools band students, and the Kids First

pace. The second track on the album, “Sophia

Association, which helps purchase medicine

537,” is based on that moment.

for pediatric oncology patients in Lebanon

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Grand Gatherings AT NAFTZGER PARK AND EVERGY PAVILION A jewel hidden in the heart of the city is

Park hosts Storytime in the Park. Wichita

vicinity will find favorites including Third Place

what Wichita has in Naftzger Park and Evergy

Park & Recreation and Storytime Village

Brewing, Norton's Brewing Company, and

Pavilion. Newly restored, the lush lawn spaces

have partnered to put together this fun-filled

PourHouse by Walnut River Brewing Co. People

and large Evergy Pavilion invite groups to

event. This activity allows children to listen

staying at nearby hotels such as Hotel at Old

gather or meet to spend time one-on-one,

to two picture books while seeing the images

Town, the Ambassador Hotel and the Hilton

sharing in the relaxed feel of the beautiful

vividly on the big screen.

Garden Inn Downtown can escape the confines

outdoor space. Originally built and created in

of their rooms and walk or relax in the park

1977, it was named M.C. Naftzger Memorial Park

Some of the upcoming Tuesday titles include:

and provided a traditional park for downtown

“There was an Old Monster,” “A Parade of

residents and visitors.

Elephants,” “The Little Shop of Monsters,”

Concerts featured at Naftzger Park draw music

and “Too Many Pumpkins.” Additionally, these

lovers to gather at Evergy Pavilion on the park’s

In recent years the park has been renovated. On

mornings also offer different activities and

south lawn. Often Wichita Park & Recreation

July 29, they hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony,

games after the books are shared.

partners with Wave to bring musical talent

and the gathering included The Wichita

atmosphere.

and entertainment to the park. Typically,

Symphony Orchestra Brass Quintet, guest

On September 16 at 6 p.m., children’s book

featured concerts are an evening event.

speakers, yard games, food trucks and a movie.

author Sontia Levy-Mason will be on site to

August’s line-up included Electric Six and

read her most recent book, “You Have a Divine

Trevor Stewart, bringing live music to the park

Boasting a new look, Naftzger Park also offers so

Purpose.” Each intriguing page encourages both

and surrounding areas. Various sections of

many recreational options to Wichitans. Daily,

children and adults to consider and embrace

The Wichita Symphony Orchestra also perform

people stroll through the park areas, meet for

their individuality, to live fearlessly in the path

here. With a one acre area of natural grass and

lunch, play games on the lawn, walk and play

of their lives and in pursuit of their dreams.

artificial turf, there is ample space for seating

with dogs (or take advantage of the dog run) and visit with old friends or find new ones.

and a casual place to enjoy live music. The LED screen is also perfect for movie viewing. This summer crowds gathered to

Evergy Pavilion also serves as a venue to host

Assistant recreation supervisor Katie Dawes

watch a 2021 release, “Raya and the Last

other kinds of events like ballet performances,

shares her favorite aspects of the park.

Dragon,” as well as a 1985 adventure–comedy,

exercise classes, Shine Dance Fitness classes

“People enjoy the many events we host here.

a Steven Spielberg classic, ”The Goonies.” For a

and many others.

But I really love how each day is full of folks

fun fall flick on October 8 the park will feature

enjoying the park in various ways. Even though

a Halloween favorite, “Hocus Pocus.”

the natural elements are visually pleasing and abundant, the nine-by-16 foot LED digital

Eat, Drink and Dance

board is often a point of focus.”

Now Playing on the Big Screen

This year the ICT Fest will be held at Naftzger Park September 2–4. There will be activities, food trucks and good times to be had. On September 19 and October 17, the monthly

Located at 601 E. Douglas, just north of Intrust

market Shop & Grub will allow patrons to enjoy

Bank Arena, the park is close to many local

delicious cuisine and shop from local vendors.

options. Within a block or two is Peace, Love

Here are some upcoming activities that take

& Pie, the Old Mill Tasty Shop, Paradise Donuts

For more information about the park, visit

advantage of the big screen: Every other

as well as HomeGrown Wichita. Those looking

NaftzgerPark.com or their Facebook page for

Tuesday morning from 10–11 a.m, Naftzger

for an afternoon or evening beverage in the

information and upcoming events.

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Ashtin Nix, Beck Daniel and Shane Roten

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Jarred and Seanna McClaflin

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Luke and Jennifer McConnaughy

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WINDOW TREATMENTS:

WHAT’S TRENDING IN WICHITA? You wouldn’t think of watching TV without a

are wanting either cordless or motorized —

Jacobs said roller shades have only recently

remote control, so why are you still opening

they want it so clean that they don’t want

surpassed honeycomb or cellular shades in

and closing the window shades by hand each

cords hanging down,” he said. “It’s also safer

popularity in his business. Honeycomb shades

day? Remote control or even voice-activated

for kids and pets to not have a cord.”

are still a great option, he said, because not only

roller shades are one of the trends that Dan

can they be motorized, but they have the added

Jacobs says is gaining popularity in the world

These aren’t your grandmother’s roller shades.

of window treatments. With the touch of a

As opposed to the white vinyl ones that

benefit of offering insulation when closed.

button or with a spoken command (“Alexa,

snapped up with a tug, today’s roller shades

Being part of a national franchise means

raise my shades,”) you can let in the morning

come in hundreds of colors and fabrics and

customers get the benefit of local ownership

light, shade the TV from the sun’s glare or get

have a quality that will last for years. Jacobs

and service combined with the low prices of

privacy in the evening.

has seen a demand for natural-looking fabrics

a large company, Jacobs said. “We very much

that have a woven texture and are light

believe in providing outstanding service and

“It’s pretty cool stuff,” said Jacobs, owner and

filtering, offering privacy but still allowing

quality products at competitive prices.”

operator of the Wichita branch of Made in the

natural light to enter.

Shade Blinds & More. The company, a North American franchise, offers every type of window

For restaurants and commercial buildings —

treatment, from blinds and motorized shades,

as well as residential living rooms and other

to plantation shutters and custom draperies, to

rooms that don’t require total privacy — Jacobs

exterior shades and retractable awnings.

is installing a lot of solar shades, which are roller shades that filter sunlight. “They’re

“We bring the showroom to you so you can see

almost sunglasses for your windows,” he said.

the products, fabrics and colors in your own

“They have view-through ability where you can

home or business environment,” Jacobs said.

still see through them, so they block the glare

“It also means that in one consultation we

of the sun but they don’t block the view.”

WHERE TO FIND THEM Made in the Shade Blinds & More Serving the Wichita metro area madeintheshadewichita.com 316.272.2173

can get measurements so we can provide you with quotes.” Jacobs and his team take care of

For bedrooms, homeowners are choosing

all the details from start to finish, including

roller shades with room-darkening material.

helping you find the product that’s right for

The motorized shades are a great option for

your needs and style, as well as measuring,

sleeping areas, allowing homeowners to raise

ordering and installing window treatments.

the shades in the morning and greet the day even before getting out of bed. Jacobs has

So what’s trending in Wichita homes in 2021?

worked with clients to integrate the window

Jacobs said homeowners want a very clean

coverings into the home automation system,

look, and that’s one of the reasons roller

so homeowners can operate the shades with a

shades have become so popular. The flat

voice command along with lights, music, door

shades roll up and are hidden behind a narrow

security, HVAC and more.

valance, so they virtually disappear. “People

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