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Shape tomorrow by voting today.

The midterm elections are drawing near. This November 6th, one-third of the seats in the Senate and all the seats in the House of Representatives go up for grabs. Additionally, many states will be voting to elect new governors, mayors, and other officers to their state legislatures.

Many people seem to think that their one vote can’t possibly make a difference, but it does. Your voice and your opinions today are what help mold the future. Voting is a civic right of the people to make the decision of who they want as their leader – don’t be afraid to get out there and speak up!
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“When black cats prowl and pumpkins gleam, may luck be yours on Halloween…”

It’s already October, and that means Halloween is almost upon us! It’s never too early to start preparing for this year’s October 31st, so we put together a list of our favorite Halloween and autumn inspired events. We highly recommend going to at least one on this list – but if you can, they’re all fantastic!
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An In-Depth Look at the Fireworks Focused Expo Held in Wichita, KS

In mid-September, the National Fireworks Association, or NFA, held their annual trade show right here in Wichita, KS. The expo took place at the Hyatt Regency in downtown Wichita and featured over 100 businesses from across the globe.

Beginning on Monday the 10th and lasting until Friday the 14th, the expo held multiple seminars and demonstrations every day. From 8 to 10 each night, the expo ended the day with a “product demonstration” – a fancy name for a series of stunning firework shows.
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“Believe in something. Even if it means sacrificing everything.”

On September 3rd, for the 30th anniversary of their “Just Do It” campaign, Nike inspired controversy with their latest advertisements. Sticking with their 2011 endorsement of the football player, Colin Kaepernick’s face adorns the Nike ads in a daring marketing move by the multinational athleticwear company.
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The best way to predict the future is to create it…

Perhaps one of the most defining structures in Wichita, Century II has served as Wichita’s performing arts and convention center for half a century. Its familiar blue dome is a prominent figure on the Wichita skyline, recognizable by all the locals. At just 49 years old, a question has risen surrounding the center: what is to come of its future? Many in the community are wondering.
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Pumpkin, spice, and everything nice...

It’s the start of September. The kids are back in school, the temperature is lowering, summer is coming to an end, and Starbucks has just released their infamous Pumpkin Spice Latte.

Synonymous with sweater weather, colorful leaves, and autumn, the Pumpkin Spice Latte (or PSL) is the most popular seasonal drink of all time. Consistently offering a boost to Starbucks’ sales every year, the coffee giant released the PSL earlier than ever this year on August 28th. Despite the hype around the pumpkin-flavored espresso beverage, you may be wondering how a simple drink has flourished to become such a success. We have the answers.
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You can't pour from an empty cup...

“Self-care is what people do for themselves to establish and maintain health, and to prevent and deal with illness.” Defined as such by the International Self-Care Foundation (yes, self-care is so important it has its own foundation), self-care is essential to staying both physically and mentally healthy. Taking time out of our busy lives to simply breathe and do something we enjoy is scientifically proven to boost health and happiness.

Self-care doesn’t just mean drinking water and showering regularly – although those are good things to keep up – but also to take steps to ensure your mind and body are getting the special treatment they deserve. Not sure where to start with your personal self-care? We put together a basic guide for your convenience!

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“Never get so busy making a living that you forget to make a life.”

Having a job and working is normal. In fact, it’s even expected. What isn’t expected, however, is an all-consuming commitment to your work so intense that it becomes an addiction, commonly known as workaholism. In today’s culture, working more than average is seen as an admirable and even desirable trait – but the line between dedication and addiction is thin. For those who are curious, you can take this quiz to see if you have the warning signs of a workaholic!
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“In leadership, character is more important than strategy…”

Some people are born to be leaders, and others learn. Owning a business is hard work and takes a strong willed, driven individual. That’s not all, however. Being a business owner comes with the pressure to take charge and know what you’re doing, even when you don’t. Learning what you can do to improve your character and how others perceive you will mold you into the business owner you always dreamed of being.
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Shining a spotlight on some of the best new additions to our city…

We’re a little more than halfway through the year, so we thought now would be a good idea to bring some attention to some of the businesses that are new to the Wichita Metro Kansas area. Split between food and entertainment, we did some research on what businesses have taken off. Need a nice night out? A fun weekend adventure? Just something to pass the time? Wichita is always growing, and so are its opportunities. Get out there and check out these new businesses!
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