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Maintaining a thriving performing arts scene in Wichita depends on a variety of factors like ticket fees, parking fees and building maintenance. But, many agree that it's essential for our community to support its performing arts organizations. KMUWs Engage ICT discussed the fate of Wichita's performing arts. We'll hear part of that discussion, plus more news from Wichita and around the state.

Beth Golay recently spoke with Frieda Hughes about her book, "George: A Magpie Memoir."

Elderberries are a niche crop in the Midwest… but in recent years they’ve become sought after for nutritional supplements and food and drink flavoring. We look at that means for elderberry farmers. Plus news from Wichita and around the state.

Kansas taxpayers are subsidizing the millions of dollars nationwide sports gambling apps hand out to bettors for their initial wagers that get them in the habit of gambling. Critics say that was a big mistake. We'll hear how the new sports betting industry in Kansas is creating little revenue for the state. And even less for gambling addiction support. Plus news from Wichita and around the state.

Book reviewer Suzanne Perez says revealing too much information about "Shark Heart" would cheat you of a rare and remarkable experience.

Ranchers across the Midwest are battling with a federally protected bird, the black vulture. And the birds are known to kill newborn livestock. A look at how the expanding black vulture population is a big nuisance for producers, plus news from Wichita and around the state.

Ann Napolitano's “Hello Beautiful” deals with love, loss and lonely childhoods, with poignant moments and stellar writing — and a slight nod to Louisa May Alcott’s “Little Women.”

On this month's ArtWorks, Sheldon Draper explains how he draws inspiration for his work … from basketball.

Anthony Dozier says he struggled to talk when he was a child. But he learned how to speak properly while taking his daughter to speech therapy. And, in the process, he found his artistic voice as well.

In this episode of Books & Whatnot Suzanne Perez and Beth Golay give us an update on their summer reading goals — some of which were met on their reading retreat.