It’s not the deal originally planned for a new Wichita Wind Surge ballpark, but it’s the one we have, as the city steps forward with $11.3 million in incentives for development at the waterfront facility. (more…)
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Wichita ballpark development back on track
Four acres sold to the Wichita Wind Surge (Double-A; Texas League) for a entertainment/office village has been sold back to the city, as a developer will tackle Wichita ballpark development. (more…)
Wind Surge scrap season tickets; move to membership model
This was inevitable in Minor League Baseball; surprised it took so long: The Wichita Wind Surge (Double-A; Texas League) are scrapping traditional season tickets and moving to a membership model. (more…)
Wichita Ballpark District details unveiled
Details about the Wichita Ballpark District were released by the city and the Wichita Wind Surge (Double-A; Texas League), as a mixed-use development will be anchored by a new Unscripted Wichita hotel. (more…)
Mayor, fans upset by new 8% Wind Surge ballpark fee
A new 8 percent surcharge on Riverfront Stadium tickets, food, beverage and merchandise purchases has the mayor and fans upset about hidden fees at Wichita Wind Surge (Double-A; Texas League) games. (more…)
New for 2020: Riverfront Stadium
The new home of the Wichita Wind Surge (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) will be named Riverfront Stadium, at least temporarily until a naming-rights deal is finalized. (more…)
Wichita Amends Special Tax District Around New Ballpark
Wichita officials have amended a special tax district around a new Wichita Wind Surge (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) ballpark, solidifying a funding source for the facility and potentially other projects. (more…)
Special Tax District to Help Cover Wichita Ballpark Costs
Revenue from a special tax district will help cover Wichita’s debt on a $75-million ballpark for the Wichita Wind Surge (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League), as the city council approved those plans Tuesday. (more…)
New for 2020: Wichita Wind Surge
Branding has been unveiled for the Wichita Wind Surge (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League), as the former New Orleans Baby Cakes establish a new identity with their move to Wichita. (more…)
Wichita Ballpark Bike Valet Being Explored
Fans bicycling to a new Wichita ballpark could be served by an on-site bike valet, an amenity city officials are considering for the upcoming facility. (more…)
Agency Wants Answers on Baby Cakes’ Departure Date
The agency that owns Shrine on Airline wants an exact departure date from the New Orleans Baby Cakes (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League), contending that lingering uncertainty is affecting the search for a new tenant. (more…)
With Baby Cakes Set to Move, Future of New Orleans Baseball Uncertain
As the New Orleans Baby Cakes (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) prepare to relocate, there is uncertainty over the future of professional baseball in the market. (more…)
Topping Out Ceremony Held for Wichita Ballpark
A milestone was celebrated at the Wichita ballpark construction site Wednesday, when a topping out ceremony for the facility took place. (more…)