Yes, that was an earthquake. Remember 911 calls are for emergencies only
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- One out of every five residents are potentially positive for #COVID19. With #Thanksgiving just a few weeks, it is critical that Wichita and Sedgwick County residents take this seriously. Wear a mask, watch your distance between others, and wash your hands thoroughly and often.
- Getting through this difficult time will take a shift in mindset and that’s tougher than we think, especially when there is so much uncertainty. It’s important to try to focus on things we can control and be grateful for everything we still have.
- Long lines at @INTRUSTarena this morning! Sedgwick County residents can vote early at this location starting today through October 31. For more information, please visit sedgwickcounty.org/vote.
- Due to the amount of in person voter registrations, the Election Office is extending their office hours to 7 p.m. today (Oct. 15) and tomorrow (Oct. 16) to give voters more time to register in person. They are located at 510 N. Main, Ste. 101, Wichita, 67203. #SedgwickVotes
- Did you feel it? This morning, the Wichita area felt a 3.8 magnitude earthquake. Wichita is located on the western edge of the Nemaha uplift and the Kansas Geological Survey (KGS) believes these are not man-made earthquakes. There have not be any reports of structural damage,
- Please join us in congratulating District 2 Commissioner @SarahforSG and District 3 Commissioner @ColDavidDennis who were sworn to serve on the County Commission this afternoon! Their four year term begins tomorrow.
- REMINDER: Beginning today, Sedgwick County Health Department is taking walk-ins and no appointment is necessary for a #COVID19Vaccine at the community vaccine clinic, 223 S. Main. Residents can still make appointments for the vaccine if they prefer.
- Yesterday afternoon, the @SGCountySheriff’s Office suffered a great tragedy when Deputy Robert Kunze, III was killed in the line of duty. With sincere sympathy, we remember him for his service and dedication to our community.
- Dr. Garold Minns, Local Health Officer for Sedgwick County this afternoon signed an Emergency Public Health Order that will require any person within Sedgwick County to cover his or her mouth and nose with a mask or other face covering. The order also calls for Phase 3 of the Ad
- Strong voter turnout at the Sedgwick County Election Office today! Early voting ended at noon, but folks still in line will still be able to cast a ballot. As a reminder, polls open at 6 a.m. tomorrow and will remain open until 7 p.m.
