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This is where you'll find the nitty-gritty, behind-the-scenes look at the Wichita lifestyle. Read about diverse choices in homes and neighborhoods where you can live how you want. Discover how innovation is part of all careers in Wichita. Receive the inside scoop on the foremost places to eat, drink and play. Still have questions? Reach out to any one of our Insiders that are already living out the relentlessly original life in Wichita.
The road that I live on has been named by some as “the prettiest road in Harvey County.” Within five minutes of arriving home after a long day of teaching, I can be walking on this road with my dog Blue, taking in the tall trees and sprawling fields that surround us. Click here to read more.
When Kansas wind is surging and hunger strikes, the name of the game is comfort and warmth. Skip the microwave Ramen and try one of these relentlessly original Wichita restaurants, each boldly remastering the meaning of comfort food. Click here to read more.
Imagine a workplace created with you in mind. No lonely cubicles, dugout vibes or fluorescent lighting. Instead, there is an employee café, a rooftop terrace and numerous wellness rooms. That’s Cargill Protein, one of the top two largest privately-held companies in the U.S. When it built its new headquarters in Wichita’s urban core, its top goal was to create a workspace that brought in the best and brightest minds to tackle challenges. Click here to read more.
At the start of the holiday season, a 7-foot tall bigfoot suddenly appeared in downtown Wichita. He’s been spotted at local shops and restaurants in the urban core, meeting new people and posing for photos. What’s the deal? Here are five things to know about the #RelentlesslyOriginal Bigfoot Brian roaming downtown. Click here to read more.
If you’re looking for average gifts, step aside. With family and friends across the globe, you want to give them something relentlessly original – something unique to the Wichita region that they can’t get anywhere else. If that’s you, read on. Use this as a tool to make your holiday gift-giving the best it’s ever been. Click here to read more.
Wichita is a hotbed for diverse and affordable living spaces. You can live in a luxury apartment facing the Arkansas River, in a tucked away upscale neighborhood or in a historic home with tree-lined streets. For those that long to be in the middle of everything with an original living space, Innes Station is a must-see. Click here to read more.
There are a plethora of places in Wichita to take a one-of-a-kind photo, but the change in season makes some spots particularly fantastic. At these three locations, you can savor some of your favorite things about fall – warm-colored leaves, spooky vibes and cozy drinks – and get those Insta-worthy and #RelentlesslyOriginal snapshots. Click here to read more.
The next big thing, a hidden gem and the best kept secret are all vast understatements for the Wichita region’s tech industry. How do you describe a sector that has deep roots in the local economy, thriving start-ups and an ever-growing list of diverse job opportunities? “Relentlessly original” is a start. In Wichita, you can pursue a successful career in tech your way. Click here to read more.
One of our family’s favorite things about Kansas is the mash up of different people, personalities, and possibilities. No matter where we go, we run into people from different backgrounds with different interests – with something to suit just about anyone. The Kansas State Fair is no exception. Our family ventured out on opening weekend to see what this year's Fair was all about. Click here to read more.
This district is iconic: brick-paved streets lined with lofty trees and homes ranging from mansion-like and historic to cottage-esque and modern. Not only are its houses remarkable, residents relish the lifestyle and amenities the neighborhood offers, too. Discover a #RelentlesslyOriginal day in the life of a College Hill resident. Click here to read more.
I’m convinced that the people who claim “there’s nothing to do in Wichita” have never actually been. I moved to Wichita for a summer internship with Koch Industries. While I was busy innovating and creating value during the day as a business systems analyst intern, my evenings were spent with fellow interns exploring the city. Click here to read more.
The dog days of summer call for sweet, cool relief. In Wichita, savor relentlessly original creations of ice cream, shaved ice, popsicles and more – all created by local innovators. What are you waiting for? Try these three can’t-miss eateries to beat that summer heat. Click here to read more.
If you want to be like the great outdoorsman Ron Swanson, now's your chance. Within a half hour drive (or less) of downtown Wichita, you’ll find your sweet spot. Build the workshop that you’ve been meaning to get to. Be the person in the office that owns chickens. Wear work boots and flannels one day and a suit the next. Why not build a gazebo or grow a garden? Click here to read more.
There are certain words and phrases lost in a Wichitan’s vocabulary: “all talk and no action” and “someone else will do it,” to name a couple. Fidelity Bank, Spirit AeroSystems and Textron Aviation break the mold of complacency brought by that mindset. Click here to read more.
Riverfest is the largest and longest continuously running festival in the state and one of the largest outdoor festivals in the state. If you’re new to Wichita or need a recap, here are three things to know about one of Wichita’s most #RelentlesslyOriginal events. Click here to read more.
Wichita offers the best of both worlds: bold city life and peaceful neighborhood vibes. Enjoy a tree-covered neighborhood during the day and rock out at Public at the Brickyard in the middle of downtown after dark. Uncover downtown’s first-ring neighborhoods Riverside or College Hill for an unexpected mix of historic homes and new developments. Click here to read more.
Living in downtown Wichita is an unparalleled experience. It’s for the live-music lover, the art enthusiast, the trendy professional whose office is a block away and the urbanist who wants to be in the middle of it all. With thirty residential properties to choose from, there’s a place to live your best life. Click here to read more.
In January 1925 four aviation pioneers — Clyde Cessna, Lloyd Stearman, Walter Beech and Olive Ann Mellor Beech — joined forces in Wichita to form Travel Air Manufacturing Company. It was the beginning of Wichita’s global leadership in corporate, commercial and defense aerospace; leadership that earned the city the title, “The Air Capital of the World.” Click here to read more.